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Civic Engagement '22-'23 The Team Who We Are Deb Slein* | Jaimie Baker | Laura Andolino | Linda Harvey | Norma Lapointe* | Susan Molthon | Susan Raymond *Committee Chairs January Spotlight Information We highlighted the following organizations this year at our January 2023 meeting: Brigid’s House of Hope is a long term, transitional safe house for survivors of Human Trafficking in New Hampshire and surrounding areas. Contact Brigid’s House of Hope Bethany Cottrell, Ashley Emery 603-689-8728 Bethany@brigidshouseofhope.org End 68 Hours of Hunger addresses the food shortage children experience between the free lunch they receive at school on Friday afternoon and the free breakfast they receive at school on Monday morning, 68 hours later. Contact End 68 Hours of Hunger Tara Bazydlo, Deb Payne 603-893-7040 SalemNH@end68hoursofhunger.org Family Promise Through safe housing and education, Family Promise guides families as they break the cycle and rise from homelessness to sustainable independence. Contact Family Promise Pam Wellman, Matt Hodgkiss 603- 883-7338 pamela.wellman@familypromisesnh.org The Homeland Heroes Foundation offers an array of supportive services to active-duty service members, veterans, and their families in their time of need to help restore a sense of community, independence, and well-being at home. Contact Homeland Heroes Julie Weymouth 603- 458-1275 Julie@homelandheroesfoundation.org End 68 Hours of Hunger We shopped for End 58 Hours of Hunger to meet a specific need of laundry detergent, fabric softener, bars of bath soap, and liquid soap. Poll Worker Appreciation Baskets Designed and delivered thank-you baskets for poll workers on election days. Family Promi se (Nashua) Purchased, prepared, and cooked a meal once a month for Family Promise, Nashua. Completed the "family room" project at Family Promise.

New Member Application We are excited for you to join Salem Area Women's Club GFWC. Membership Application Form Please take a few moments to complete our Membership Application and submit payment with one of these two options: 1. You may download the word doc or pdf to print, complete, and mail or bring to next meeting with payment. -OR- 2. Use the online form below as well as pay online via credit card. Dues Dues are $30.00* for the year. Our fiscal year is July 1 through June 30. Note: If paid online or via credit card there is a $1 processing fee. Your dues payment enrolls you in all three GFWC organizations: Salem Area Women's Club GFWC ($12) GFWC-NH ($3) GFWC International ($15) Questions? Please don't hesitate to contact us any time: Patti, President 603-818-9172 Loren, VP/Membership 603-401-4329 Application .pdf SAWC Membership Application First Name Email Last Name Phone You do not need to be a resident of NH to join! However, we focus our funding activities in our area. Street Address City State Zip code Birthdate This information is used for demographic purposes only. A lady never reveals her age! Birthday This information is used for recognizing your birthday within the organization. Business or Organization Affiliations Sponsor (not required) Emergency Contact Name Emergency Contact Number For each question, please select all that apply Why do you want to join? Community Service Meet new people Socialize Want to help Other Please select your areas of interest: Arts & Culture Civic Engagement & Outreach Education & Libraries Environment Health & Wellness Hospitality Committee Nomination Committee Phone Committee Book Club Indoor Walking Club Movie Club How did you find out about us? Facebook Friend/Word of Mouth Printed Media Other Non-Profit Organizations Our Website Search Engine Social Media other than Facebook Other Go to Checkout Tell us about your past education, work experiences, etc Tell us about you. What motivates you? What are you passionate about? What is your superpower? What are you really good at? Annual Yearbook Each year the club produces a yearbook that contains members' contact information and a photo. Please upload a headshot that you'd like us to use. Make sure to save the photo file with your first and last name If you don't have a headshot, send us a photo of yourself that you like, and we'll try to use it. Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Photo Release I authorize the Salem Area Women's Club (SAWC) to use and reproduce photographs of me taken during SAWC events without compensation. I understand that these photographs may be used alone or in conjunction with other pictures, still or moving, sketches, and in any medium, including, but not limited to, SAWC's website, newsletters, social media, brochures, newspapers, and other printed materials. All negatives and prints shall constitute the property of the Salem Area Women's Club. I accept these terms & conditions I DO NOT accept these terms & conditions Please input your initials and date affirming that you've read and understood the Photo Release Initials Todays date

GFWC History Overview GFWC clubs and clubwomen are the heart of not only the Federation but the communities in which they live and work. By Living the Volunteer Spirit, GFWC clubwomen 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 its 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 every state, the District of Columbia, and more than a dozen countries, GFWC members work in their own communities to support the arts, preserve natural resources, advance education, promote healthy lifestyles, encourage civic involvement, and work toward world peace and understanding. 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. GFWC is proud to work side-by-side with several dynamic and impactful organizations. Together, we work to improve our communities and better our world. Canine Companions Heifer International Hope for Justice Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) March of Dimes Operation Smile St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Shot@Life U.S. Fund For UNICEF Our Story Founded in 1890, GFWC’s roots can be traced back to 1868 when Jane Cunningham Croly, a professional journalist, attempted to attend a dinner at an all-male press club honoring British novelist Charles Dickens. Croly was denied admittance based upon her gender, and in response, formed a woman’s club—Sorosis. In celebration of Sorosis’ 21st anniversary in 1889, Jane Croly invited women’s clubs throughout the United States to pursue the cause of federation by attending a convention in New York City. On April 24, 1890, 63 clubs officially formed the General Federation of Women’s Clubs by ratifying the GFWC constitution. Since 1890, GFWC’s impact has been felt throughout communities across the United States and the globe. GFWC Headquarters It’s not just an office, it’s a home. GFWC Headquarters is a National Historic Landmark located at 1734 N Street, NW in Washington D.C. The building became GFWC’s official headquarters in 1922, and its historic Victorian style has been maintained through generous contributions from members and friends. Headquarters serves as the working office for the GFWC International President and staff , but it is so much more. It is also the home of the Women’s History and Resource Center , which collects, preserves, interprets, and promotes the history of the GFWC and women volunteers. Headquarters is the literal home to the GFWC International President during her two-year administration, with residences occupying 1734’s upper floors. Headquarters hosts events, such as the annual Women’s History Month event and Holiday Open House, and the property houses the popular Iron Gate Inn Restaurant . Finally, as a National Historic Landmark, GFWC Headquarters is a snapshot in time. The beautifully decorated rooms, furniture, and historical collections are certainly worth a visit ! View More Footer