The General Federated Women’s Club (GFWC) Lake Area Woman’s Club held a dinner and program on Sept. 16 at the First Baptist Church of Gordonville to celebrate its one-year anniversary. Approximately 42 people attended. The purpose was to inform community members of the club’s goals as part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs.
Guest speaker was GFWC Texas President Barbara Harvey. Harvey spoke of how GFWC was started in 1890 and of some of the early accomplishments of the organization, such as advocating for divided roadways, how activities of the Federation were essential to the passage of the Pure Food and Drug Act and how GFWC is credited by the American Library Association with establishing 75 percent of America’s public libraries.
There was no charge for the dinner and program, but donations were accepted for the GFWC International Day of Service to end domestic and sexual violence. Members of the Lake Area Woman’s Club chose to support Abigail’s Arms in Gainesville as their project since many of its residents have been victims of domestic and/or sexual violence.
The club is accepting donations of cleaning supplies or personal hygiene items for Abigail’s Arms. They may be dropped off at Catfish Haven or Landmark Bank in Whitesboro or call Patricia Davis at 903-821-0253 to arrange pick-up.
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs is an international organization dedicated to improving local communities through volunteer service. GFWC has state federations in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. There are 21 International Affiliate Clubs in 12 countries worldwide. GFWC members are community leaders who advocate for domestic violence awareness and prevention programs and efforts to support children. Volunteers work locally to impact their communities by supporting the arts, preserving natural resources, advancing education, promoting healthy lifestyles and encouraging civic involvement.
