130 Years of Service at GFWC PA
Thank you for 130 years of service!
We look forward to seeing you on our
district tour this Fall
Community Service Programs
Below is a list of our core Community Service Programs designed to support the needs of our communities now and into the future.
Arts & Culture
The GFWC Arts and Culture Community Service Program encourages members to promote and support art and cultural programs in their clubs and communities, and to expand understanding on every level, from local and regional to national and international.
Civic Engagement & Outreach
The GFWC Civic Engagement and Outreach Community Service Program reminds GFWC members that each of us is a part of a larger society and is responsible for undertaking actions that will create a better quality of life and foster a sense of community—locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.
Education & Libraries
We aim to help others, while we also continue to learn. Projects in the Education and Libraries Community Service Program are designed to foster schools, as well as other educational institutions and opportunities. These projects promote libraries, literacy, and the love of a good book.
Environment
The GFWC Environment Community Service Program encourages us to become stewards of the earth by working to preserve the world’s resources, protect wildlife and domesticated animals, live sustainably, and beautify our communities and enjoy nature.
Health & Wellness
The human body, mind, and spirit comprise our health and wellness. To improve our well-being, we must address three key components: nutrition, disease prevention, and physical and emotional care. This Community Service Program aims to explore the various opportunities for awareness and advancement of each of these vital areas.
Signature Program: Domestic & Sexual Violence Awareness & Prevention
The Signature Program’s goal is to increase awareness of and help prevent the widespread occurrence of violence against women in communities across the nation—and the globe.
Living The Volunteer Spirit
Statistics for the 2020 calendar year.
PA Club Members
Projects
Volunteer Hours
Dollars Donated
State President's Project:
High Five - Help Kids Thrive! Early Childhood Advocacy
OBJECTIVE:
GFWC Pennsylvania will work with child care and early learning platforms and partners to educate our members on the needs of children birth to age five and their families. Our main focus is partnering and supporting PA Head Start.
PA Head Start offers early learning and care opportunities for children birth to five, and their families. Those services include: Pregnancy services, early care and education, health and wellness, nutrition services and parenting support and engagement. Our club members will partner with their local PA Head Start to support them with needed volunteers and supplies such as art items, paper products, snacks, backpacks, and more.
GOALS:
- Support PA Head Start and give underprivileged children under the age of 6 the opportunity to thrive.
- Help babies and young children learn through reading and creative play.
- Teach young children the important of protecting our environment and food resources
- Provide supplies so children can grow their creativity, imaginations, and blossoming skills
- Give parents and caregivers information to keep their children safe.
2026-2028
GFWC Pennsylvania Officers
Sara Ruppel is a member of the Federated Women’s Club of Hershey. A Lancaster County native, her teachers selected her to attend the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) seminar in 1998 as an ambassador. Read more...
Dr. Carrie Wood has been an active member of GFWC since 1998 and currently serves as the North Central District Director. Read more...
Kathy has been an active member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs for 27 years. She joined The Woman’s Club of Perkasie in 1996 having served her club in most office positions and chaired numerous departments and committees. She has also servied at the county and state level in a variety of roles. Read more...
Sue joined GFWC in 1989. On the club and district levels, she has been a project chairman, board member, and held most offices. She was co-chairman of the GFWC Signature Project-Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention for the 2016-2018 administration and has served at the district director for her district. Read more..
Living the Volunteer Spirit!®
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Join a Club Near You
Reach out to our membership chairman for help finding a club near you.
For general inquiries, contact Headquarters below or the Chairman of a specific program or advancement area.
1301 Allegheny Street, Suite 119
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
T: 814-317-6489
info@gfwcpennsylvania.org
