On December 7th, GFWC Temple Terrace Juniorettes worked with the GFWC Temple Terrace Junior Woman’s Club to hold “Selfies with Santa,” an event filled with fun, games, and the chance for kids (and pets) to have their picture taken with Santa Clause in a beautifully decorated gazebo. Thanks to the Juniorette club, founded in 1988 and co-sponsored by GFWC Temple Terrace Woman’s Club and GFWC Temple Terrace Juniors, young women have the chance to participate in service projects and provide meaningful impacts in their community. … See MoreSee Less

It's WHRC Wednesday! Family is a strong theme throughout GFWC history, as our members use Federation to make new connections and maintain existing relationships. Often, GFWC membership is a literal family tradition, with mothers, daughters, granddaughters, cousins, sisters, and in-laws belonging to the same club, or to clubs across the country and the world. The GFWC Women's History and Resource collection holds so many of these connections – and we'd love to learn about more of them! Take a look at the December "WHRC: From the Archives" blog post (link in comments) to read about a few historic examples, and feel free to comment here, on the blog, or in an email to us at whrc@gfwc.org to help us build our collection of stories of GFWC legacies.

📷 “A family heritage of GFWC South Dakota service is represented as Amy Keezer – age 5 ½ years – proudly views a picture of her great-grandmother Helen Bates, who was a charter member of the Onida, SD Study Club in 1924 and active in other South Dakota clubs for many years after. Amy’s grandmother, Betty Larrington (seated), has been a member of the Gettysburg Women’s Literary Club of South Dakota since 1947, and in 1979 was named ‘Outstanding Clubwoman of South Dakota.’ Amy’s mother, Helen Larrington Keezer (standing), is president of the GFWC Hecla Federated Study Club. No doubt Amy will carry on her foremothers’ illustrious history of volunteer service in the GFWC.” Published in "Clubwoman," December 1980. MAG 1980.12 … See MoreSee Less

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Thank you to Woman's Club of Colorado Springs for sharing 2024 GFWC Holiday Open House highlights with your members! This annual event is one of GFWC's favorite to host and showcase the beautiful Miles Mansion, aka Headquarters! Cheers to all.

#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #iamgfwc #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #GFWCAdvocacyOur very own Mary Beth is pictured second from the left!

For those of you who came to the 2024 GFWC Holiday Open House in Washington DC, it was a gift to see each of your smiling faces and exchange warm wishes for the season. For those who were not able to join us, we hope you enjoy finding your state’s ornament on the glittering garland that greeted visitors at the front entry and photos of the stunning decorations in the drawing room.

Taking inspiration from the hand-painted murals adorning the walls of the 1734 drawing room, the space is filled with pastel blue, pink, green, and gold decorations. The awe-inspiring 14-foot trees enhance the grand scale of the space. Presents overflow onto every surface, reminding us of the most important gift we give, our time and service to others.

Thank you to all who were able to join us at the 2024 GFWC Holiday Open House. For those who were unable to make it, we hope to see you next year!

Please enjoy a glimpse of the celebration and download photos at the link below. You may need to login to your member portal.

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