Who we are:
We are a great group of women! We are a small club, but we are mighty. We truly believe that we can make a difference in our community!
What does the club do?
Members of the Auburn Junior Woman's Club get involved in a large variety of activities. We sponsor community safety and education programs, scholarships, family activities, and fundraisers. You may be familiar with some of our projects including the Annual Duck Race, Scholarships, and our Annual Holiday Bazaar to name a few. Members determine the areas and projects in which they participate, according to their interests and availability.
When does the club meet?
We hold our meetings on the third Monday of each month from September through June at the Auburn Police Department Community Room. Meetings begin at 7:00 pm and vary in length throughout the year. Please note: meetings are held on holiday Mondays (Columbus and Veterans Day).
How is the club setup?
The club consists of members-at-large, committee chairpersons, and officers. The President presides over all general meetings and activities. The Treasurer keeps the financial records. The Recording Secretary documents the meetings. The Corresponding Secretary prepares formal communications for the club. All guidelines for club operation appear in our by-laws and standing rules. These are based on Roberts Rules of Order, a democratic process.
We are a great group of women! We are a small club, but we are mighty. We truly believe that we can make a difference in our community!
What does the club do?
Members of the Auburn Junior Woman's Club get involved in a large variety of activities. We sponsor community safety and education programs, scholarships, family activities, and fundraisers. You may be familiar with some of our projects including the Annual Duck Race, Scholarships, and our Annual Holiday Bazaar to name a few. Members determine the areas and projects in which they participate, according to their interests and availability.
When does the club meet?
We hold our meetings on the third Monday of each month from September through June at the Auburn Police Department Community Room. Meetings begin at 7:00 pm and vary in length throughout the year. Please note: meetings are held on holiday Mondays (Columbus and Veterans Day).
How is the club setup?
The club consists of members-at-large, committee chairpersons, and officers. The President presides over all general meetings and activities. The Treasurer keeps the financial records. The Recording Secretary documents the meetings. The Corresponding Secretary prepares formal communications for the club. All guidelines for club operation appear in our by-laws and standing rules. These are based on Roberts Rules of Order, a democratic process.
How do I join?
Any Worcester County woman resident 18 years or older may join the club. You may attend a general meeting or attend our annual Membership Open House. If you decide to join, the only formalities include filling out an application and paying your annual dues.
Please email [email protected] for more information or to tell us you're ready to join!
Any Worcester County woman resident 18 years or older may join the club. You may attend a general meeting or attend our annual Membership Open House. If you decide to join, the only formalities include filling out an application and paying your annual dues.
Please email [email protected] for more information or to tell us you're ready to join!
What is the General Federation of Women’s Clubs?
The GFWC is our parent organization at the state, national, and international levels. It is the world’s largest and one of the oldest organizations of volunteer women. These women help to build, serve and improve the communities and countries in which they live. Our national headquarters are in Washington, DC and the state headquarters are in Sudbury, MA. There are three types of clubs: General, Junior, and Juniorettes. At the state level, Junior Membership is represented by the Junior Director and her officers. The Auburn Junior Woman's Club is part of Junior Membership.
GFWC Accomplishments:
Founded in 1893 by 23 clubs, with Julia Ward Howe as the first President (1893-1898) and her theme: "To learn, to teach, to serve, and to enjoy," the GFWC of Massachusetts has a long list of milestones and accomplishments, some of which are listed below.
The GFWC is our parent organization at the state, national, and international levels. It is the world’s largest and one of the oldest organizations of volunteer women. These women help to build, serve and improve the communities and countries in which they live. Our national headquarters are in Washington, DC and the state headquarters are in Sudbury, MA. There are three types of clubs: General, Junior, and Juniorettes. At the state level, Junior Membership is represented by the Junior Director and her officers. The Auburn Junior Woman's Club is part of Junior Membership.
GFWC Accomplishments:
Founded in 1893 by 23 clubs, with Julia Ward Howe as the first President (1893-1898) and her theme: "To learn, to teach, to serve, and to enjoy," the GFWC of Massachusetts has a long list of milestones and accomplishments, some of which are listed below.
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Jointly with GFWC International, credited with establishing more than 75% of the nation's libraries.
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Purchased 277 acres of prime woodland near Wayside Inn, Sudbury, in 1949. Building of Headquarters was completed at this site in Memorial Forest in 1987. In 1999 over 200 acres were transferred to Sudbury Valley Trustees for maintenance and preservation of open space.
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Raised over $55,000 for the New England Assistance Dog Service Project.
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In 2004-2006, Massachusetts clubwomen donated an estimated $23,000 in checks and sports equipment to The Barton Center for Diabetes Education, Inc.
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In 2006-2008, homeless Veterans, their families, hospitals, and programs were supported with hands-on volunteer assistance and over $24,000 in donations.
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In 2008-2010, Massachusetts clubwomen volunteered 350,000 hours in over 3,000 programs, and donated $600,000.
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