2026-27
​community   service   programs

 In 2020, GFWC restructures an launched five Community Service Programs (CSP) to build upon the difference that the Federation has made throughout the United States - and across the globe.  These CSPs and Special Programs have been re-structured to help clubs light a path for the future and better address the current and upcoming needs of its communities.

ARTS & CULTURE CSP​
​The study of art and culture enriches the human experience.  Art education improves  problem solving and critical thinking skills, builds focus and perseverance, and nurtures  creativity, confidence and collaboration. Cultural awareness promotes effective  communication and profoundly increases the ability to appreciate and enjoy a variety of  new people and experience. 
       Lori Rayburn, Marylou Bergeron- Cochairs
       

  ARTS & CULTURE   
 Nancy Boyd                Leah Cralle     
 Joanne Emswiler      Mary Goebel
 Joan Gray                   Monti Lacombe
​ Peggy Lanier              Jeanne Matthews
​ Kelly McNerney         Wanda Mitchell
 Maureen Naquin       Cathleen Paul
 Laura Poindexter       Gabriele O'Bryan
 Mary Quinn                  Lillian Shea
 Carol Sinclair

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT & OUTREACH CSP
​As members of a large society, we are responsible for undertaking actions that create a better quality of life and foster a sense of community – locally, regionally and globally.  The four “broad strokes” of this effort include:  citizenship; crime prevention, safety and disaster preparedness; the needy, hungry and homeless; and our military personnel and veterans.
​Ruth Guy -  Lisa Lombardozzi - Cochairs 
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CIVIC ENGAGEMENT & OUTREACH
 Karen Chevalier       Jean Churchill
 Jane Dobranski        Nancy Farr
 Roberta Fisher          Janet Hulme
 Robin Law                 Teri Lumsden
 Wendy McDonald    Heather Parks
 Dana Patrick         ​   Caroline Posey
 Barb Rogers              Jerilyn Schoggen
 Pat Selander             Connie Slattery
​ Carrie Wilkerson       

EDUCATION & LIBRARIES CSP
Members promote education in both children and adults, and we aim to help others while we continue to learn.  We are designed to foster schools as well as other educational institutions and opportunities, and promote literacy, libraries, and the love of a good book. Through these efforts, we encourage the growth of individuals and communities at home and around the world.
Anne Crotty, Gerri Ludwig - Cochairs

EDUCATION & LIBRARIES 
 Eileen Boone              Laureen Branting
 Mary Burger               Andrea Delma
 Kate Fisher                 Karen Garner
 Elizabeth Hayes         Susy Ledgerwood
 Linda Leonti               Lisa Martin 
 Karen Naselius           Karen Newcomer
  Pauline Solomita       Sherry Yates  ​

​ENVIRONMENT ​CSP
Members encourage others 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.
Cathy Lanni, Caryn Ostrosky - Cochairs

​ ENVIRONMENT 
 Kathy Blystone          Patsy Bowers
 Bev Davis                    Gigi Harwell   
 Joy Heuer                   Deb Lasky 
 Kim Moran                 Nicole Nowinski
 Sheila Olem                Marie Rozakis 
 Cara Scarano              Pat Stark   ​

HEALTH & WELLNESS  CSP
The human body, mind, and spirit comprise our health and wellness.  To improve our wellbeing, we must address three components: nutrition, disease prevention, and physical and emotional care. We explore various opportunities for awareness and advancement of each of these vital areas.
Susan Embt, Gail Dollinger - Cochairs

 HEALTH & WELLNESS 
 Kristin Anderson  Pam Barkley  
 Marilyn Daniel      Sara Davies
 Abby Hook             Patti Howell
 Lois Ireland           Carol Kramer
 Margaret Jurgielewicz
 Dawn McAllorum  Cheryl Smith
 Diane Stanley          Helen Wolfe
​ Carol Wright

 Committee Chair/Co-chairs  - 2026
  Fashion Show Fundraiser -
  Joy Heuer, Patti Howell - Co-Chairs
  White House Ornaments -
  Helen Wolfe, Cheryl Smith - C0-chairs
  Homes Tour - Pat Stark, Chair
  Wreaths Across America, Chestnut Grove Cemetery - 
    Co-chairs:  Susy Ledgerwood,  TBD
   Jimmy's Fundraiser - Pam Barkley, Cathleen Paul, Co-chairs
  Facebook - Joy Heuer
  Facebook - Fashion Show - Leah Cralle
  Face Book - Laura Poindexter, WAA
  Web-site - Monti Lacombe
   Membership - Gigi Harwell, Chair
   Social &Hospitality - Roberta Fisher, Connie Slattery, Co-chairs 
​  Nominating Committee - Helen Wolfe, Chair
  Publicity Committrr - Monti Lacombe - Chair
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