Who we are

Since 1926, the Salem Area Women's Club (SAWC) has worked locally to be the power of good in our community, making a difference through philanthropy and outreach programs while fostering connections, awareness, and life-long friendships. SAWC currently stands at 99 members strong and has donated more than $40,000 to nearly 50 organizations throughout the past year.

SAWC is a proud affiliate of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) and GFWC-New Hampshire.

Founded in 1890, GFWC is an International women's organization dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service. Collectively, we are Living the Volunteer Spirit.

GFWC-NH's purpose is to bring together all General, Junior, and Juniorette Clubs in the State for cooperation and mutual helpfulness and to promote the highest interest of the community and State. SAWC is considered a 'General' Club.

"Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world."― Desmond Tutu

Did you know that the club completed
1,570 service hours so far this year?

(Jan 2023-May 2023)

It's time to renew your 2023-2024 SAWC year membership.

Dues paid on or before September 7 are $25*
Dues after September 7 are $30*

* Plus processing fee

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Way to Glow

Wednesday Club Walk

9 am each Wednesday thru May 31

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Summer Events

After our June meeting, we slow down for the summer to recharge our batteries and spend time with our loved ones. Any events that we do have will be listed on our calendar. Please plan on attending our September 5 meeting to kick-off the new year!

Upcoming Events

Community Service Programs

Five core programs are the vehicles for organizing our volunteer efforts. Each CSP committee develops relationships with various organizations and agencies in the community to see how SAWC can help them.

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