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With more than 60,000 members in affiliated clubs in every state, the District of Columbia, and more than a dozen countries, GFWC members work in their own communities to support the arts, preserve natural resources, advance education, promote healthy lifestyles, and encourage civic involvement, issues related to domestic and sexual violence awareness/prevention, and advocating for children.
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General Federation of Women’s Clubs members vary in age, talents, location, background, and profession, but are united in their dedication to actively improve the lives of others.
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GFWC creates and leads education, public awareness, and service projects for club members and local citizens at the community level; collaborates with national domestic violence networks and organizations; supports existing activities and established programs; advocates for victims and survivors; and provides educational opportunities to survivors.
GFWC aims to be a powerful voice for victims and survivors.
2024 GFWC National Day of Service
The GFWC National Day of Service (NDS) is a day in which all of GFWC comes together in service to highlight an area of need, take action to address it, and raise public awareness about its importance. State federations and clubs will participate by organizing Community Service Programs (CSP) in their communities as part of NDS.
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Founded in 1984, the GFWC Women’s History and Resource Center (WHRC) collects, preserves, interprets, and promotes the history of GFWC. The WHRC documents the social and political contributions of GFWC clubwomen from 1890 to the present through the GFWC archives and related special collections.
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![Its WHRC Wednesday! Today, the WHRC is thinking of the many, many people affected in ways both large and small by Hurricane Helene. We know that club members are working on relief efforts, just as we have done during past disasters. I did a little searching in the archives for prior instances; here, for example, is some information related to GFWC and the deadly Galveston, Texas hurricane in 1900. In a 1999 history of the Wednesday Club of Galveston, member Marilla W. Peters recounted that her great-grandmother Annie Dallam Masterson, also a member of the club, died in the 1900 storm; despite losses such as this, the Wednesday Club worked hard to help their community. As word got out about the disaster, Texas Federation clubs quickly came to the aid of their fellow Texans, demonstrating the strength and value of this organization. Dimies T.S. Denison of New York, First Vice President of GFWC, encouraged clubs across the country to contribute 25 cents per member to help with recovery. And national fundraising efforts were reported in the General Federation of Womens Clubs journal The Club Woman, where our editor noted with pride that American generosity is something for which to be glad. From The Wednesday Club - Beginning our 109th Year, 1999 (CH TX 070): The club engaged exclusively in literary study except for a period of a few months following the disaster of the 1900 Hurricane that almost destroyed the city and killed 6000 of its citizens. It is now listed as the worst natural disaster of the 20th century. However, it did not destroy the determination of the women of the club who began to sew clothing for the victims within a few months of the storm. From The Club Woman, January 1901 (MAG 1901.01): Everyone will be glad to know that up to December tenth, the relief fund for Galveston had reached $1,174,508.53. The disaster was awful, but American generosity is something for which to be glad. From History of the Texas Federation of Womens Clubs, edited and compiled by Stella L. Christian, 1919 (WHRC Reference Library): September 8, 1900, occurred that disastrous storm which had all but wiped the fair city of Galveston out of existence. The ready response made by clubs all over the state to calls of distress, testified to the strength and value of this organization as nought else could do. As [the Texas Federation Executive Board meeting in December 1900] was the first official meeting since the great disaster in which Galveston had been overwhelmed with wind and wave, the following resolution was adopted: Resolved, That the Executive Board of the Texas Federation of Womens Clubs, on behalf of the clubwomen of Texas, extends to Galveston the deepest sympathy in the great calamity that has befallen that beautiful city. #ClubwomenInAction](https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/461320157_827386302901093_814620454832530842_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_p720x720&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=127cfc&_nc_ohc=76CsWNSGryEQ7kNvgG8s4Uo&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&_nc_gid=AclA-R74WRMJFUbJJpmfqhg&oh=00_AYAxEe0ssUTaBgXL0RHJ7A3OYOt_5FZtS1ZCHh-_zpSiqg&oe=6704E338)
It's WHRC Wednesday! Today, the WHRC is thinking of the many, many people affected in ways both large and small by Hurricane Helene. We know that club members are working on relief efforts, just as we have done during past disasters. I did a little searching in the archives for prior instances; here, for example, is some information related to GFWC and the deadly Galveston, Texas hurricane in 1900.
In a 1999 history of the Wednesday Club of Galveston, member Marilla W. Peters recounted that her great-grandmother Annie Dallam Masterson, also a member of the club, died in the 1900 storm; despite losses such as this, the Wednesday Club worked hard to help their community. As word got out about the disaster, Texas Federation clubs quickly came to the aid of their fellow Texans, demonstrating "the strength and value of this organization." Dimies T.S. Denison of New York, First Vice President of GFWC, encouraged clubs across the country to contribute 25 cents per member to help with recovery. And national fundraising efforts were reported in the General Federation of Women's Clubs journal "The Club Woman," where our editor noted with pride that "American generosity is something for which to be glad."
From "The Wednesday Club – Beginning our 109th Year," 1999 (CH TX 070): "The club engaged exclusively in literary study except for a period of a few months following the disaster of the 1900 Hurricane that almost destroyed the city and killed 6000 of its citizens. It is now listed as the worst natural disaster of the 20th century. However, it did not destroy the determination of the women of the club who began to sew clothing for the victims within a few months of the storm."
From "The Club Woman," January 1901 (MAG 1901.01): "Everyone will be glad to know that up to December tenth, the relief fund for Galveston had reached $1,174,508.53. The disaster was awful, but American generosity is something for which to be glad."
From "History of the Texas Federation of Women's Clubs," edited and compiled by Stella L. Christian, 1919 (WHRC Reference Library): "September 8, 1900, occurred that disastrous storm which had all but wiped the fair city of Galveston out of existence. The ready response made by clubs all over the state to calls of distress, testified to the strength and value of this organization as nought else could do. As [the Texas Federation Executive Board meeting in December 1900] was the first official meeting since the great disaster in which Galveston had been overwhelmed with wind and wave, the following resolution was adopted: 'Resolved, That the Executive Board of the Texas Federation of Women's Clubs, on behalf of the clubwomen of Texas, extends to Galveston the deepest sympathy in the great calamity that has befallen that beautiful city.'"
#ClubwomenInAction
GFWC Southern Region Conference CONFIRMED!
The Chairman of the GFWC Southern Region Conference has confirmed with the Hyatt Regency that the event will be held as scheduled — October 4-6, 2024.
GFWC South Carolina looks forward to seeing you in Greenville where they are #cookingupagoodtime!
See you at the GFWC Southern Region Conference!
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #UnityInDiversity #GFWCSCjuniors #IamGFWC
In support of the GFWC National Day of Service Food Insecurity and Hunger Campaign, Club members donated 345 lbs. of non-perishable food items to the Raritan Food Pantry and spent time helping pantry volunteers stock the shelves.
#gfwc #womansclub #womensclub #njsfwc
Photos from GFWC Woman's Century Club's post
#gfwc24nds #GFWCAdvocacy #WeAreGFWC Tina, Jen, Jan, & Lauren
Photos from Upper Allen Woman's Club GFWC's post
Photos from Newtown Woman's Club, GFWC Inc.'s post
GFWC Southern Region Conference CONFIRMED!
The Chairman of the GFWC Southern Region Conference has confirmed with the Hyatt Regency that the event will be held as scheduled — October 4-6, 2024.
GFWC South Carolina looks forward to seeing you in Greenville where they are #CookingUpAGoodTime!
See you at the GFWC Southern Region Conference!
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #UnityInDiversity #GFWCSCjuniors #IamGFWC
GFWC Southern Region Conference CONFIRMED!
The Chairman of the GFWC Southern Region Conference has confirmed with the Hyatt Regency that the event will be held as scheduled — October 4-6, 2024.
GFWC South Carolina looks forward to seeing you in Greenville where they are #CookingUpAGoodTime!
See you at the GFWC Southern Region Conference!
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #UnityInDiversity #GFWCSCjuniors #IamGFWC
Still Time to Register for Shot@Life`s virtual Mobilize to Immunize Fall Summit on Friday, September 27!
Shot@Life advocates from across the U.S., including many GFWC members, will gather virtually for the Mobilize to Immunize fall Summit. The event – with a theme of “Innovate to Vaccinate: How Technology is Changing the Immunization Landscape" – will highlight how technology can drive progress in global immunization with specific examples and stories of success.
Participants will learn from global health experts and connect with other advocates from across the country during breakout sessions. All sessions will help participants prepare to advocate for robust U.S. funding for global childhood immunization programs during Mobilize to Immunize on October 1 – November 12.
To apply, click: https://act.shotatlife.org/a/2024-m2i-summit-app
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #GFWCAdvocacy #IamGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #shotatlife #vaccination #VaccinesWork #VaccinesSaveLives
Still Time to Register for Shot@Life`s virtual Mobilize to Immunize Fall Summit on Friday, September 27!
Shot@Life advocates from across the U.S., including many GFWC members, will gather virtually for the Mobilize to Immunize fall Summit. The event – with a theme of “Innovate to Vaccinate: How Technology is Changing the Immunization Landscape" – will highlight how technology can drive progress in global immunization with specific examples and stories of success.
Participants will learn from global health experts and connect with other advocates from across the country during breakout sessions. All sessions will help participants prepare to advocate for robust U.S. funding for global childhood immunization programs during Mobilize to Immunize on October 1 – November 12.
To apply, click: https://act.shotatlife.org/a/2024-m2i-summit-app
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #GFWCAdvocacy #IamGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #shotatlife #vaccination #VaccinesWork #VaccinesSaveLives
Today is World Alzheimer`s Day, a global effort to raise awareness and challenge the stigma around the disease and other dementia.
The newest GFWC Affiliate Organization, the Alzheimer`s Association, works tirelessly to educate the public about the disease, provide resources for caregivers and families, and to advocate for research advancements. More than 55 million people across the world are affected by Alzheimer`s and dementia. Whether you fundraise for the cause, share information about Alzheimer`s or talk to a loved one about dementia, you can make a difference.
Join the fight against Alzheimer`s and all other dementia. To donate, visit: https://www.alz.org/about/awareness-initiatives/world-alzheimers-day?form=FUNGCBAGXYP
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #GFWCAdvocacy #IamGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #WorldAlzheimersMonth #worldalzheimersday #alzheimersassociation #AlzheimersAwareness
Today is World Alzheimer`s Day, a global effort to raise awareness and challenge the stigma around the disease and other dementia.
The newest GFWC Affiliate Organization, the Alzheimer`s Association, works tirelessly to educate the public about the disease, provide resources for caregivers and families, and to advocate for research advancements. More than 55 million people across the world are affected by Alzheimer`s and dementia. Whether you fundraise for the cause, share information about Alzheimer`s or talk to a loved one about dementia, you can make a difference.
Join the fight against Alzheimer`s and all other dementia. To donate, visit: https://www.alz.org/about/awareness-initiatives/world-alzheimers-day?form=FUNGCBAGXYP
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #GFWCAdvocacy #IamGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #WorldAlzheimersMonth #worldalzheimersday #alzheimersassociation #AlzheimersAwareness
GFWC & Shot@Life Advocates for Childhood Vaccinations
With children returning to school, now is the time to encourage all parents and caregivers to vaccinate their kids. Vaccines save lives! Spread the word….
To learn more, visit: www.shotatlife.org
#GFWC #gfwc_hq #GFWCAdvocacy #IAmGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #shotatlife #childhoodimmunization #ChildhoodVaccination #endmeaslesrubella
GFWC & Shot@Life Advocates for Childhood Vaccinations
With children returning to school, now is the time to encourage all parents and caregivers to vaccinate their kids. Vaccines save lives! Spread the word….
To learn more, visit: www.shotatlife.org
#GFWC #gfwc_hq #GFWCAdvocacy #IAmGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #shotatlife #childhoodimmunization #ChildhoodVaccination #endmeaslesrubella
Register Today for Shot@Life`s virtual Mobilize to Immunize Fall Summit on Friday, September 27!
Shot@Life advocates from across the U.S., including many GFWC members, will gather virtually for the Mobilize to Immunize fall Summit. The event – with a theme of “Innovate to Vaccinate: How Technology is Changing the Immunization Landscape" – will highlight how technology can drive progress in global immunization with specific examples and stories of success.
Participants will learn from global health experts and connect with other advocates from across the country during breakout sessions. All sessions will help participants prepare to advocate for robust U.S. funding for global childhood immunization programs during Mobilize to Immunize on October 1 – November 12.
To apply, click: https://act.shotatlife.org/a/2024-m2i-summit-app
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #GFWCAdvocacy #IamGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #shotatlife #vaccination #VaccinesWork #VaccinesSaveLives
Register Today for Shot@Life`s virtual Mobilize to Immunize Fall Summit on Friday, September 27!
Shot@Life advocates from across the U.S., including many GFWC members, will gather virtually for the Mobilize to Immunize fall Summit. The event – with a theme of “Innovate to Vaccinate: How Technology is Changing the Immunization Landscape" – will highlight how technology can drive progress in global immunization with specific examples and stories of success.
Participants will learn from global health experts and connect with other advocates from across the country during breakout sessions. All sessions will help participants prepare to advocate for robust U.S. funding for global childhood immunization programs during Mobilize to Immunize on October 1 – November 12.
To apply, click: https://act.shotatlife.org/a/2024-m2i-summit-app
#GFWC #GFWC_HQ #GFWCAdvocacy #IamGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #shotatlife #vaccination #VaccinesWork #VaccinesSaveLives
GFWC and Shot@Life Partner to Irradicate Measles
Join the cause, visit: www.shotatlife.org/gfwc-measle
#GFWC #gfwc_hq #GFWCAdvocacy #IamGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #shotatlife #endmeaslesrubella #childhoodvaccinces
GFWC and Shot@Life Partner to Irradicate Measles
Join the cause, visit: www.shotatlife.org/gfwc-measle
#GFWC #gfwc_hq #GFWCAdvocacy #IamGFWC #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #shotatlife #endmeaslesrubella #childhoodvaccinces
GFWC was honored to be at the White House in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act. President Biden authored the first VAWA in 1994 as Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee and has been involved with every reauthorization since then. We are proud to join Members of Congress, key national advocates, and survivors to celebrate progress and acknowledge challenges ahead.
Highlights include meeting President Joe Biden and Department of Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.
GFWC is committed to supporting women and victims of domestic and sexual violence under the banner of our Signature Program.
#vawa30 #gfwc #enddomesticviolence
GFWC was honored to be at the White House in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act. President Biden authored the first VAWA in 1994 as Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee and has been involved with every reauthorization since then. We are proud to join Members of Congress, key national advocates, and survivors to celebrate progress and acknowledge challenges ahead.
Highlights include meeting President Joe Biden and Department of Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.
GFWC is committed to supporting women and victims of domestic and sexual violence under the banner of our Signature Program.
#vawa30 #gfwc #enddomesticviolence
2024 GFWC National Day of Service (NDS) Project Ideas
Email us your club`s plans to PR@GFWC.org. Together we can end food insecurity and hunger!
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To register, visit https://memberportal.gfwc.org/, and follow the prompts. Then, click on the Events page to sign up. Simply select 2024 GFWC National Day of Service and you’re on your way.
If more than one club is partnering on a CSP, you can register up to three clubs on the site. However, you will need to email Membership Director Melanie Gisler, mgisler@GFWC.org, the additional club names for your group.
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NEWLY ADDED REGISTRATION OPTION: EMAIL
If you prefer to register by email, please send a message to GFWCNDS@GFWC.org to sign up for the 2024 GFWC NDS.
Please include:
• Club Contact and Information
• Official Club Name
• Your State Federation
• Brief Description of Club’s Project, If Known (not required)
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#gfwc24nds #GFWC #GFWC_HQ #endfoodinsecurity #endhunger #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #IamGFWC
2024 GFWC National Day of Service (NDS) Project Ideas
Email us your club`s plans to PR@GFWC.org. Together we can end food insecurity and hunger!
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To register, visit https://memberportal.gfwc.org/, and follow the prompts. Then, click on the Events page to sign up. Simply select 2024 GFWC National Day of Service and you’re on your way.
If more than one club is partnering on a CSP, you can register up to three clubs on the site. However, you will need to email Membership Director Melanie Gisler, mgisler@GFWC.org, the additional club names for your group.
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NEWLY ADDED REGISTRATION OPTION: EMAIL
If you prefer to register by email, please send a message to GFWCNDS@GFWC.org to sign up for the 2024 GFWC NDS.
Please include:
• Club Contact and Information
• Official Club Name
• Your State Federation
• Brief Description of Club’s Project, If Known (not required)
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#gfwc24nds #GFWC #GFWC_HQ #endfoodinsecurity #endhunger #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #IamGFWC
2024 GFWC National Day of Service (NDS) Project Ideas
Email us your club`s plans to PR@GFWC.org. Together we can end food insecurity and hunger!
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To register, visit https://memberportal.gfwc.org/, and follow the prompts. Then, click on the Events page to sign up. Simply select 2024 GFWC National Day of Service and you’re on your way.
If more than one club is partnering on a CSP, you can register up to three clubs on the site. However, you will need to email Membership Director Melanie Gisler, mgisler@GFWC.org, the additional club names for your group.
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NEWLY ADDED REGISTRATION OPTION: EMAIL
If you prefer to register by email, please send a message to GFWCNDS@GFWC.org to sign up for the 2024 GFWC NDS.
Please include:
• Club Contact and Information
• Official Club Name
• Your State Federation
• Brief Description of Club’s Project, If Known (not required)
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#gfwc24nds #GFWC #GFWC_HQ #endfoodinsecurity #endhunger #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #IamGFWC
2024 GFWC National Day of Service (NDS) Project Ideas
Email us your club`s plans to PR@GFWC.org. Together we can end food insecurity and hunger!
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To register, visit https://memberportal.gfwc.org/, and follow the prompts. Then, click on the Events page to sign up. Simply select 2024 GFWC National Day of Service and you’re on your way.
If more than one club is partnering on a CSP, you can register up to three clubs on the site. However, you will need to email Membership Director Melanie Gisler, mgisler@GFWC.org, the additional club names for your group.
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NEWLY ADDED REGISTRATION OPTION: EMAIL
If you prefer to register by email, please send a message to GFWCNDS@GFWC.org to sign up for the 2024 GFWC NDS.
Please include:
• Club Contact and Information
• Official Club Name
• Your State Federation
• Brief Description of Club’s Project, If Known (not required)
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#gfwc24nds #GFWC #GFWC_HQ #endfoodinsecurity #endhunger #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #IamGFWC
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. We can all help prevent suicide. Understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 call or text 988
GFWC is proud to work with Honorary Chairman Suzanne Fox of the Yellow Tulip Project to inspire hope and shed light on mental health.
Learn more at samhsa.gov/suicide and theyellowtulipproject.org #WSPD #SPM24 #gfwc
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. We can all help prevent suicide. Understanding the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, help others in crisis, and change the conversation around suicide.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 call or text 988
GFWC is proud to work with Honorary Chairman Suzanne Fox of the Yellow Tulip Project to inspire hope and shed light on mental health.
Learn more at samhsa.gov/suicide and theyellowtulipproject.org #WSPD #SPM24 #gfwc