Collections
The Research Collections of the Women’s History and Resource Center include documents and artifacts of permanent historical significance to the mission of the WHRC to collect, preserve, interpret, and promote the history of the GFWC and women in volunteering. Some of GFWC’s historical materials have been collected since the organization began in 1890, thanks to great foresight by the Federation’s founders. Most of the records in the archives were generated at the national/international level of the organization.
The volume of processed records in the collection is 378 linear feet (Addditionally, approximately 165 linear feet of program records are in process, and are available for research). The records span the years 1889 to 2018, the bulk of which date from 1890 to 1990. Most of the records are bound volumes or paper files, but photographs, audio-visual material, and artifacts are also included. These collections are accessioned, cataloged, and preserved for use in research, exhibitions, and loans. They consist of the GFWC Archives, Special Collections, and the Research Library. If you have questions about the WHRC Research Collections or would like to request research assistance, please contact whrc@gfwc.org.
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February 23
Featured Member

Sarina Rose
When Sarina Rose isn’t quilting blankets for local hospitals or wheelchair bags for nursing homes, she’s typing away at her computer, lost in a world of vintage romance. The GFWC Melbourne Woman’s Club (Florida) member is the author of three books in “The Relentless Series”.
Success For Survivors Scholarship
Each year, GFWC awards scholarships to help intimate partner abuse survivors obtain a post-secondary education that offers a chance to reshape their future by securing employment and gaining personal independence.
Featured Club

GFWC Towanda Nokomis
With eight members, the GFWC Towanda Nokomis is proving that a small group of committed citizens can, in fact, change the world.