2020 Executive Board
Officers
President Maureen Denault
First Vice President Marva Walting
Second Vice President Jillmarie DeCarolis
Secretary Val Boudreau
Treasurer Lorie Bonavita
Standing Committees
Hospitality Karen Drumheller
Programs
Ways and Means
Publicity / Webmaster Cate Duquette
Book Club Tina Windolowsk
SPECIAL COMMittees
Nominating Committee
Donations Committee
History
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 women'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 Club by ratifying the GFWC constitution. Since 1890, GFWC's impact has been felt throughout communities across the United States and the globe.
2019 WJWC Woman of the Year
Maria Ardolino