• Request that your fellow club members wear red at at your February meeting in recognition of the National Wear Red Day on February 1, sponsored by Heart Truth. On that day, GFWC will again be represented at the Red Dress Collection 2008 Fashion Show in New York City.
• Include an article in your club or state newsletter reminding members that the leading cause of death in women in the United States is heart disease. More women die of heart disease each year than die of all types of cancer combined. Only 13 percent of women are even aware that heart disease is the number one killer of American women. Almost 500,000 women lose their lives to heart disease annually.

• Don’t smoke, or, if you do, quit.
• Exercise, exercise, exercise.
• Eat a healthy diet and maintain a healthy weight.
• Use alcohol only in moderation.

WHO IS A PART OF GFWC HISTORY? 

This got us wondering—who might be our longest-serving GFWC member? If you or a fellow clubwoman has a strong (and long!) record of service, let us know! Send the member's name, club name, and the number of years of continual service to GFWC Membership Director Debbe Gladstone. And look for an update on our longest-serving member in a future article.

To assist Pat in managing the contest, GFWC asks that state presidents e-mail the name, mailing address, and e-mail address of their state Community Improvement Contest chairmen to Pat Swan at sbp6388@aol.com and to GFWC Program Director Pat Nolan at pnolan@gfwc.org. Once a complete list is compiled, they will send updates on the Community Improvement Contest to the state chairmen. 

GFWC Domestic Violence Awareness Pin - $5  Show your pride in GFWC membership and awareness of domestic violence with GFWC’s gold plated purple ribbon pin with GFWC emblem (butterfly clasp).

 

GFWC Domestic Violence Awareness Tote Bag - $20  This nylon and vinyl purple tote bag features an interior zippered pouch for smaller items and a snap-top closure, and it is perfect for ferrying your GFWC club materials.

 

GFWC Domestic Violence Wristbands – 5 for $3 Purple silicone wristbands with No Excuse for Abuse imprint are a fashionable and discreet way to promote domestic violence awareness.

All prices above include shipping and handling. To view and purchase the domestic violence awareness items, visit the GFWC Marketplace.

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NEWS

GFWC has been following the situation with wildfires in Southern California, including being in contact with the GFWC California Federation of Women’s Clubs, which has established a CFWC Disaster fund c/o Linda McNutt, CFWC Director of Finance; 594 Center Lane; Santa Paula, CA 93060. Read more>>

Take advantage of a special year-end promotion to subscribe or renew your subscription to GFWC’s premier publication, GFWC Clubwoman magazine. As announced at the Board of Directors Meeting in San Antonio in September, the subscription rate for the magazine has been increased to $10, effective immediately. However, for a limited time, orders placed online will be honored at the previous subscription rate of $6/year.

·         October 26-29, 2007 – Southern Region Conference

·         November 2-5, 2007 – Southeastern Region Conference

·         November 8-11, 2007 – 2008-2010 Administration Orientation Meeting

·         November 11-14, 2007 – Executive Committee and Resolutions Committee Meeting

·         November 12, 2007 – GFWC Headquarters Closed for Veterans Day Holiday

·         November 22-23, 2007 – GFWC Headquarters Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

·         December 5, 2007 – GFWC Holiday Reception

·         December 24, 2007–January 1, 2008 – GFWC Headquarters Closed

·         Winter may be coming, but you can avoid the cold by setting sail with the GFWC Juniors’ Cruise, February 3-7, 2008.

·         State and club websites are now available on the GFWC website. Connect with your fellow clubwomen and find out about projects you can recreate in your own club.

·         GFWC red polo shirts are on sale in the GFWC Marketplace—10 percent off when you buy five or more through Oct. 31, 2007.

·         We need your club news! Write a brief story and send us your pictures today to publications@gfwc.org, and be sure to send us some digital pictures, too, by Monday, Nov. 5, 2007.

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During the reception’s program Mary Alice Williams, CNN founder and anchor, gave the keynote speech, and Sue Else, President of the National Network to End Domestic Violence, and Sheryl Cates, President of the National Domestic Violence Hotline, received plaques of appreciation from GFWC. Regional representatives from Chico’s and My Sister’s Place also received recognition from GFWC for their participation in the Chico’s Wardrobe Parties, which are currently being sponsored by GFWC at Chico’s stores nationwide. Kiersten Stewart, director of public policy at the Family Violence Prevention Fund, and Rita Smith, executive director at the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, were also present to express their support of GFWC. Representation by 14 states and 28 clubs was provided to applaud the awarding of 20 $100 grants to clubs nationwide in honor of Make A Difference Day. And, proudly displayed as guests entered the reception area, was the U.S. President George W. Bush’s Proclamation for October 2007 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

The reception concluded with all present signing pledge cards for the A Million Voices Against Domestic Violence in America joint campaign between the National Domestic Violence Hotline and GFWC. Yes—it was indeed a vision of purple!

1. What did your club do on Saturday, October 27, 2007, for "Make a Difference Day?"
2. How many clubwomen and others volunteered on your project/program?
3. How many people do you believe were helped and/or educated through your project/program?

The renovations have begun! Thanks to members, clubs, state federations, and regions, GFWC has embarked on a much-needed project to update and renovate the entryway of GFWC Headquarters at 1734 N Street. We anticipate the grand unveiling at our GFWC Holiday Reception on December 5, and we hope that you will consider joining us for some holiday cheer and a first look at the new and improved entrance. We will continue to accept donations towards this project through October 31, 2007, and if you, your club, or your state are still interested in making a gift, please contact GFWC Executive Director Natasha Kalteis at nkalteis@gfwc.org or 202/347-3168. We will look forward to welcoming all GFWC members to their Headquarters home!

GFWC MARKETPLACE – SPECIAL DEAL – 10 PERCENT OFF OF POLO SHIRTS WHEN YOU BUY FIVE OR MORE*

Beautiful red 100% combed cotton ladies’ pique sport shirt with unique princess design in front and back—a fashionable touch. (Special offer good through October 31, 2007).

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