San Gabriel Valley District of Women's Clubs

06/23/2026

Making a Difference Through GFWC Environmental Projects

Our District is proud to support environmental stewardship through our GFWC Environmental Community Service Program. From beautification projects and tree planting to recycling initiatives and conservation efforts, we are committed to protecting and preserving our natural resources for future generations.

Every small action makes a big impact. Together, we can create cleaner communities, healthier ecosystems, and a more sustainable future.

Thank you to all of our dedicated volunteers who give their time and energy to making our environment a priority. Your efforts inspire positive change and strengthen our community.



Share photos from your project in the comments and show how your club is making an impact!

06/23/2026

Membership Moment: People Join People

One of the best ways to grow your club isn't through a flyer, social media post, or event—it's through a personal invitation.

Studies consistently show that people are most likely to join an organization when they are personally asked by someone they know. In GFWC and CFWC, our greatest membership tool is our members!

This week's challenge: Invite one friend, neighbor, coworker, or family member to attend a meeting, project, or social event with you.

When talking about your club:
- Share why YOU joined.
- Tell them what you enjoy most.
- Explain how the club makes a difference in the community.
- Let them know there is a place for everyone to belong.

Remember, people aren't just looking for another meeting—they're looking for friendship, purpose, leadership opportunities, and a way to make a positive impact.

- Every member was once a guest.
- Every guest is a potential friend.
-Every friend can become a member.

GFWC and CFWC clubs don't grow one membership drive at a time—they grow one relationship at a time.

06/23/2026

📚 The GFWC Epsilon Sigma Omicron (ESO) program encourages lifelong learning through reading and personal enrichment. Members explore a wide range of subjects, expand their knowledge, and earn recognition for their educational achievements. Whether you're discovering a new author, learning a new skill, or diving into history, ESO makes learning both rewarding and fun. Join us in celebrating the power of reading, curiosity, and continuous growth through the GFWC ESO program!

Ask your ESO chair if you have any questions!

06/23/2026

SGVD is training on August 29!
We would love to see your board!
Register today!!

06/22/2026

From President Chris Herzog (Quickbytes 6/22)
THE PRESIDENT'S PERSPECTIVE

Character—It’s What Matters Most
What is your definition of a real leader? For decades, that question has been explored by podcasts, investment magazines, nonprofit leaders, and GFWC. While the answers vary, the strongest responses often share a winning combination: caring about something greater than oneself, doing the work necessary to achieve a positive outcome for the greater good, and building growth that is financially sustainable and scalable.

“Character, in the long run, is the decisive factor in the life of an individual and of nations alike.” —Theodore Roosevelt

For any organization to thrive, it must cultivate informed members and invest in leaders with the character, commitment, and vision to serve well over time.

The CFWC LEADS program offered in February provides excellent training for members who are ready to grow into long-term leadership. July and August are the ideal months to begin promoting the program and encouraging members to apply through their districts for consideration. Year after year, cultivating these leadership candidates continues to prove successful.

Learning how to recognize true leadership matters to all of us. It shapes whom we choose to work with, hire, support, and trust to represent us in our organizations, communities, and government.

A polished speaker may shine in a short presentation, but true leadership must stand up to closer examination. We are reminded of the old saying: if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Before placing our trust in someone, we should ask: Do I trust this person? What does this person’s history tell me? Has this person succeeded in something comparable? What is this person’s reputation? Would I be proud to work with—or be represented by—this person?

So, what is your definition of a real leader? Give that question thoughtful consideration. Your answer can become a guiding light as you select leaders for your club and district—and as you lead in your own life.

Continue to be useful, be loving, be federated. Chris

06/22/2026

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06/22/2026

Yes!

Visionary women like Jane ('Jennie June') Cunningham Croly pioneered the founding of the General Federation of Women's Clubs, a powerful force for transformative change. These trailblazers spearheaded the creation of libraries, community improvement initiatives, suffrage movements, and professional, religious, and ethnic organizations for women. The GFWC served as a unifying force, bringing together diverse women's groups to identify pressing concerns and drive collective action towards social and political reform at local, state, and national levels. Well-behaved women, indeed! And catalysts for change, absolutely! 135 years later, their legacy endures.
Are you one of these women? Please join us.

06/22/2026

LEGISLATION & PUBLIC POLICY - KATHY HOLM, Chair (Taken from Quickbytes 6/22)

The Project below was awarded the #3 Top State Project and the Creativity Award sent to the GFWC. It also was awarded a club award as a medium club at the State Convention in Ontario. Congratulations, Beaumont Woman’s Club!

Beautmont Woman’s Club (CA) – “Being a Voice for the Voiceless”
Members of the Beaumont’s Women’s Club undertook a letter-writing and public awareness campaign to advocate for the creation of a dedicated animal shelter serving the San Gorgonio Pass area. This project was developed in response to an urgent community need and reflects the Club’s commitment to civic engagement, humane responsibility, and effective public advocacy. Club members wrote postcards and letters urging elected officials to prioritize the development of a local animal shelter. The correspondence emphasized public safety concerns, the strain placed on law enforcement and volunteers, and the need for a long-term regional solution to animal welfare in the rapidly growing Pass communities. By directly engaging with decision-makers, members exercised their voices as informed citizens advocating for responsible public policy. The club intends to continue this campaign until a dedicated animal shelter is present in their San Gorgonio Pass community.