What Do We Do?
Our dedicated volunteerism, financial support and philanthropies have benefitted such projects as:
Autism awareness
Domestic violence awareness
Dress for Success
Emmanuel Cancer Foundation
Gilda's Club
Family Promise
CARE
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Operation CHILLOUT
Helping meet the needs of the elderly
The Rutherford Food Pantry
Scholarships and Awards for High School seniors
Meals on Wheels
The Rutherford Public Library
Disaster relief ...
... and much, much, more.
Who We Are
Founded in 1889, the Woman’s Club of Rutherford (WCR) provides opportunities for community service, fellowship, education and leadership through participation in meaningful projects as well as programs of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs (NJSFWC). Individual skills, talents and abilities are developed while members work to support the arts, advocate conservation efforts, advance education, promote healthy lifestyles and encourage civic involvement.
Organized in 1894, The NJSFWC is the largest volunteer women's service organization in the state and a member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) located in Washington, DC, with nearly 80,000 members.
The GFWC is united in its dedication to volunteer community service. While diverse in age, interests, and experiences, all clubwomen are united by a desire to create positive change in their communities.
Why Join?
* To be part of an ongoing respected organization of women who share common goals and interests
* To have the opportunity for friendship while working together toward common goals
* To have a voice in policy making
* Involvement in local, state and national activities
* Leadership training
Our members' interests are varied and diverse and range from fundraising, arts & crafts, education, social services to public affairs, conservation and the arts. We have pot-luck lunches, dinners, theater outings, community garage sales and many other great activities, all while making a difference in our comunity.
Join us. We may be just what you are looking for!
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