Thank you for your interest in our club.
Since 1928, The Garner Woman's Club (GWC) has been united in its commitment to volunteer service. We are one of over 110 clubs throughout North Carolina and the oldest civic club in Garner. We are improving our local community through programs in Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement and Outreach, Education and Libraries, Environment, and Health and Wellness. We are diverse in age, interests and experiences, but we are united by a desire to create positive change, and, together, we transform lives every day.
We are a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), an international women’s organization. GFWC is proud to have over 80,000 members represented in more than 20 countries. Each club maintains its identity and focus while benefiting from the strength that comes from being a part of the world’s largest and oldest international volunteer service organization whose motto is “Unity in Diversity”.
By becoming a member, you join over 63,000 members in affiliated clubs in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and more than a dozen countries. GFWC members work in their communities to support the arts, preserve natural resources, advance education, promote healthy lifestyles, and encourage civic involvement. The Garner Woman’s Club has been a member of GFWC since 1928 and is active in the GFWC of North Carolina federation. GWC is a 501(c)3 organization.
We are excited for your interest in becoming a member of our club and look forward to the great things you will help us accomplish. We are confident that your involvement will significantly enhance the value of our club.
With your Garner Woman's Club membership you get the benefits of membership in both GFWC NC and GFWC International at no additional cost.
GFWC of North Carolina (GFWC-NC)
The North Carolina Federation of Women’s Clubs was organized May 1902 when representatives of seven clubs met at Salem College in Winston-Salem to “unite the Women’s Clubs of North Carolina into a state-wide charitable organization for the promotion of education and activities in civic, cultural, educational and social welfare for the betterment of the commonwealth.” The name of the organization was changed May 1998 to GFWC of North Carolina, Inc. to better identify the North Carolina Federation with its parent organization.
GFWC-NC is a member of the Southeast Region, and is composed of local clubs divided into districts. Garner Woman’s Club is in District 6. With over 110 clubs throughout North Carolina, we are improving our local communities through programs in Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement and Outreach, Education and Libraries, Environment, and Health and Wellness. We are diverse in age, interests and experiences, but we are united by a desire to create positive change, and, together, we transform lives every day.
We are a member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), an international women’s organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service. Established in 1890, GFWC and its over 60,000 members
represent more than 20 countries. Each club maintains its identity and focus while benefiting from the strength that comes from being a part of the world’s largest and oldest international volunteer service organization whose motto is “Unity in Diversity”.
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs
Our Mission
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs is an international women’s organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.
Our Purpose
We advocate because there is a need; we volunteer because we are needed.
GFWC club members are the heart of not only the Federation, but the communities in which they live and work. By Living the Volunteer Spirit, GFWC members transform lives each day, not simply with monetary donations, but with hands-on tangible projects that provide immediate impact. With a grassroots approach that often thinks locally but impacts globally, GFWC, its clubs and members remain committed to serving as a force for global good, as it has done since its formation.
With more than 60,000 members in affiliated clubs in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and more than a dozen countries, GFWC members work in their communities to support the arts, preserve natural resources, advance education, promote healthy lifestyles, and encourage civic involvement.
Since 1890, GFWC’s impact has been felt throughout communities across the United States and the globe.
Bylaws
Our guiding document that determines the structure and mission of GFWC.
Resolutions
GFWC members vote annually to guide the organization’s direction and legislative priorities.
