The General Federation of Women’s Clubs
In all 50 states and more than a dozen countries, our members work locally to create global change. GFWC clubwomen are mothers, sisters, wives, daughters, doctors, teachers and community leaders who are dedicated to enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.
From our historic Headquarters in Washington, D.C., GFWC leaders and staff offer support and guidance to more than 60,000 members. These clubs in State Federations and International Affiliates, form GFWC’s membership as a whole. Each club collaborates on projects that touch lives in their own hometowns and around the globe.
GFWC is distinguished from other service organizations by the breadth of our outreach. Our community service programs and special focus areas span all areas of the lives of our members, their families, and communities. They include arts and culture, civic engagement and outreach, education and libraries, environment, and health and wellness. GFWC also supports special programs that raise consciousness about domestic violence awareness and prevention and advocates for children.
In addition, GFWC has earned a reputation as a powerful force in the fight against domestic violence. GFWC was recognized on the floor of the United States Senate as “a gem among our midst” by Senator Joseph Biden (Del.) for our work in bringing hope to victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse. (November 16, 2006)
In 1994, GFWC founder Jane Cunningham Croly was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, N.Y. for her work in the founding of GFWC.
Our members work each day to continue this legacy and to reshape their communities to enhance the lives of others.