Civic Engagement & Outreach
Our Mission
Through this Committee, we are reminded that each of us is 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.
Citizenship|Crime & Safety | Hungry & Homeless | Military
The four ‘broad strokes’ of CE&O include:
Citizenship
GFWC's Civic Engagement & Outreach Committee shares community service announcements. Clubwomen can advocate for policies but cannot endorse candidates or engage in partisan politics while engaging in SAWC GFC-NH activities.
Supported in the Past*
The Needy, Hungry & Homeless
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Bread of Life Food Pantry
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Center Point Food for Thought
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Christmas Giving
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End 68 Hours of Hunger
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HOPE Center Food Pantry
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Isaiah 58
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Salem Farmers Market
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St Anne's Food Pantry
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Citizenship
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Boys and Girls Club of Salem
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Bridging the Horizon
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Salem Chamber of Commerce
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Field of Dreams
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Firefighters Appreciation
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Hampstead Historical Society
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Law Enforcement Appreciation
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Salem Animal Rescue League
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Salem Historical Society
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Salem Holiday Parade
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Salem Pride (School District)
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Crime Prevention, Safety & Disaster Preparedness
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Brigid's House of Hope
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Police Comfort Dog
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Military Personnel & Veterans
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Blue Star Mothers Wreath
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Homeland Heroes
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Operation Care for Troops
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Women's Veteran Program
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* A donation in the past is not a guarantee of a future donation.
Current Projects
Coming soon!!
Completed Projects
2022-2024
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Comfort with Heat
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Completed the "family room" project at Family Promise.
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Created cards with information about Memorial Day, including a flag pin.
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Designed and delivered thank-you baskets for poll workers on election days.
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Emergency Bags for the needy.
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End 68 Hrs. of Hunger (Derry, Pelham, Salem)
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Hands-only CPR Training
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Law Enforcement Appreciation
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National Day of Giving
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Operation Care for Troops Christmas Stockings
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Participated in the Salem Thanksgiving Parade
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Poll Worker Appreciation Baskets
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Purchased, prepared, and cooked a meal once a month for Family Promise, Nashua.
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Reusable shopping bags for a food pantry
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Salem Chamber Wreath Stroll
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Salem Historical Society Soul Stroll
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Salem Holiday Parade
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Shopped for End 58 Hours of Hunger to meet a specific need
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We Care Emergency Bags
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Wreaths Across America