GFWC of NC: District 7

Community Service Programs

Arts:  Chairman Cindy Hewett

   The Arts CSP is designed to enrich appreciation of and participation in the arts and to enable communities to  experience program areas such as arts, crafts, literature and performing arts. Projects include supporting annual GFWC Festival of the Arts and the GFWC-NC and District 7 Arts Festivals.

Conservation:  Chairman Carol Ann Lohman

     The Conservation CSP supports gaining an understanding of and appreciation for all aspects of our environment and the world’s resources, natural and man-made, including but not limited to water, trees, plants, air, land and wildlife. It works with member clubs in program areas towards beautification, energy awareness, recycling, resource conservation and water quality.

Education:  Chairman Carol Query

     The Education CSP works on school and academic issues, providing programs that support scholarships and education assistance to local students. It also supports leadership training and life long learning through program areas such as continuing education, learning disabilities and literacy. It encourages member clubs to partner with and support local schools.



Home Life:  Chairman Marie Marshburn

     The Home Life CSP works to maintain the quality of life for women, children, the elderly and those with disabilities, as well as to educate members on health and consumer issues through program areas such as family economics, substance abuse prevention and women’s health.

International Outreach:  Chairman: Becky Hart

     The International Outreach CSP enables members to become better world citizens through advocacy, education, and action. It participates in activities to support organizations delivering international aid, providing education on world policy issues and offering opportunities to host foreign visitors through program areas such as cultural exchange and outreach for children.



Public Issues: Chairman Sharon Smith    

    The Public Issues CSP is designed to connect members with effective projects and activities relating to civic and social responsibilities.  It focuses on citizenship, military personnel, emergency and disaster preparedness, safety awareness and crime prevention.