About Our Affiliations

The Woman’s Club of Vista GFWC is a proud member of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Honoring the motto of “Unity in Diversity,” we come together as unique individuals dedicated to community improvement through our philanthropy, annual scholarship awards, and numerous service projects. Our mission is to enhance the lives of others in Vista, CA through volunteer service.

General Federation of Women's Clubs logoAbout the GFWC

Living the Volunteer Spirit 

The General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1890 that brings together local women’s clubs in a collective effort to strengthen communities and enhance the lives of others through volunteer service. With more than 60,000 members in affiliated clubs in every state, the District of Columbia, and more than 20 countries, GFWC members are community leaders who work locally to create global change by advocating for women, children, and families on issues such as domestic violence and sexual assault, food insecurity/hunger, and promoting healthy lifestyles. GFWC also supports the arts, works to preserve natural resources, advances education, encourages civic involvement, and works toward world peace and understanding.

GFWC has built an outstanding record of accomplishments:

  • Established 75% of the nation’s libraries and the national model for juvenile courts.
  • Supported legislation for the eight-hour work day; the first child labor law; and equal pay for equal work.
  • Founded the GFWC Women’s History and Resource Center in Washington, D.C.

We are nonpartisan, nondenominational women’s volunteer service organizations. GFWC members are true volunteers in action — GFWC members annually donate an average of $23 million on behalf of more than 195,000 projects and volunteer more than six million hours. Visit http://gfwc.org.

Facebook page: https://facebook.com/GFWCMembers

Instagram: https://instagram.com/gfwc_hq/

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@GFWCHQ

California Federation of Women's ClubsAbout CFWC

Strength United Is Stronger

The California Federation of Women’s Clubs (CFWC) is affiliated with the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. CFWC was organized on January 17, 1900, becoming the 37th state to join GFWC. We’ve been proudly serving our communities for 122 years!

CFWC is an organization of members and clubs throughout California that unites members of all ages, talents, and backgrounds to address global issues and the needs of their communities. Each year, our clubs and members

  • Volunteer on more than 14,000 projects in local communities and beyond.
  • Volunteer over 1 million hours of service.
  • Donate more than $8 million to 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
  • Participate in leadership training and programs at all levels of Federation.
  • Participate in enrichment and social activities for personal growth.

CFWC consists of 219 clubs, 13 affiliate clubs, 19 districts, and 9,684 members. Visit http://cfwc.org.

Palomar District logoAbout Palomar District

Palomar District Federation is part of CFWC and GFWC. The District has 11 clubs in North County. It is part of Area D, which includes San Diego, Imperial, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernadino Counties. Visit https://gfwcpalomardistrict.org/.