GFWC International Day of Service

The GFWC International Day of Service will highlight the significant contributions made by each GFWC club, both in the United States and around the world, within their local communities. By incorporating "International" into the name, GFWC honors the valuable contributions of both our domestic and International Affiliate clubs while showcasing the global reach of GFWC's efforts.
Mark your calendar now for the 2025 GFWC International Day of Service, formerly known as National Day of Service (NDS), on Saturday, September 27. Join us as we highlight GFWC's unwavering commitment to empowering and supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Resources:
► Use this branded GFWC International Day of Service Letterhead for all correspondence relating to your work on
Saturday, September 27, 2025! Using consistent branding helps keep GFWC's message consistent across the world!
► Show your support by uploading this Facebook Cover Image onto your club, state, or personal Facebook page!
Share with your followers a commitment to domestic and sexual violence survivors on this united day of service.
► Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) regarding IDS
► Strategies and Service Projects ~ Don't know where to start? This checklist breaks down all the important tasks you'll
need to complete before your GFWC International Day of Service Project!
► Domestic and Sexual Violence Statistics ~ Use these statistics when educating your communities and fellow
members on the importance of this International Day of Service focus. Make sure to cite your source for credibility.
► DV and SA State Territory and Tribal Coalitions Master list ~ Contact your state's coalition for guidance on your
local communities' unique needs. They may be able to connect you with local organizations who need your
assistance or guide you on project ideas.
Mark your calendar now for the 2025 GFWC International Day of Service, formerly known as National Day of Service (NDS), on Saturday, September 27. Join us as we highlight GFWC's unwavering commitment to empowering and supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Resources:
► Use this branded GFWC International Day of Service Letterhead for all correspondence relating to your work on
Saturday, September 27, 2025! Using consistent branding helps keep GFWC's message consistent across the world!
► Show your support by uploading this Facebook Cover Image onto your club, state, or personal Facebook page!
Share with your followers a commitment to domestic and sexual violence survivors on this united day of service.
► Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) regarding IDS
► Strategies and Service Projects ~ Don't know where to start? This checklist breaks down all the important tasks you'll
need to complete before your GFWC International Day of Service Project!
► Domestic and Sexual Violence Statistics ~ Use these statistics when educating your communities and fellow
members on the importance of this International Day of Service focus. Make sure to cite your source for credibility.
► DV and SA State Territory and Tribal Coalitions Master list ~ Contact your state's coalition for guidance on your
local communities' unique needs. They may be able to connect you with local organizations who need your
assistance or guide you on project ideas.
Massachusetts Clubs who are scheduled to participate in the 2025 GFWC National Day of Service
GFWC Auburn Junior Woman's Club
GFWC Agawam Junior Women’s Club
GFWC Bay State Contemporary Club
GFWC Bourne Women's Club
GFWC Braintree Women’s Club
GFWC Greater Taunton Woman's Club
GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club
GFWC Needham Women's Club
GFWC Norwood Junior Woman’s Club
GFWC Past Junior State Officers Club
GFWC Agawam Junior Women’s Club
GFWC Bay State Contemporary Club
GFWC Bourne Women's Club
GFWC Braintree Women’s Club
GFWC Greater Taunton Woman's Club
GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club
GFWC Needham Women's Club
GFWC Norwood Junior Woman’s Club
GFWC Past Junior State Officers Club

The GFWC National Day of Service (NDS), launched in 2023, spotlights an area of need in communities across the nation and around to world to bring about positive change. The 2024 GFWC NDS focused on food insecurity and hunger. GFWC clubs organized Community Service Programs in their communities to raise public awareness and gather the resources necessary to help those in need.
Click here for the 2024 GFWC National Day of Service Impact Press Release
Statistics for the GFWC National Day of Service 2024, members:
► collected 221,142 pounds of non-perishables.
► recorded 18,159 volunteer hours
► collected 242,731 monetary donations to food banks and school programs
► prepared 69,660 meals
Click here for the 2024 GFWC National Day of Service Impact Press Release
Statistics for the GFWC National Day of Service 2024, members:
► collected 221,142 pounds of non-perishables.
► recorded 18,159 volunteer hours
► collected 242,731 monetary donations to food banks and school programs
► prepared 69,660 meals
Massachusetts Clubs who participated in the 2024 GFWC National Day of Service
GFWC Agawam Junior Women’s Club
GFWC Auburn Junior Woman's Club GFWC Bay State Contemporary Club GFWC Bourne Women's Club GFWC Braintree Women's Club GFWC Dedham Junior Women's Club GFWC Hopkinton Women's Club GFWC Junior Woman's Club of Walpole |
GFWC MA Past State Presidents' Club
GFWC Marlborough Junior Woman's Club GFWC Needham Women's Club GFWC Northboro Junior Woman's Club GFWC Ousamequin Club GFWC Past Junior State Officers Club GFWC Wilbraham Junior Women's Club GFWC Woman's Club of Newton Highlands |
Stock up food pantries.
Donate to families in need.
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From GFWC MA President T Jablanski, 2022 -2024:
GFWC Massachusetts had the privilege of providing support to the Sudbury Valley Food Pantry through generous contributions made by our esteemed board members. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all the clubs that have actively participated in our General Federation of Women's Clubs National Day of Service.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication and commitment to making a positive impact in your communities.. |