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The Statesville Woman’s Club recently participated in the second National Day of Service, a day in which all GFWC clubs work in service to highlight an area of need, take action to address it, and raise public awareness about its importance.
The Statesville Woman’s Club hosted a “Take-Out Hunger Day” and partnered with the Yokefellow Ministry on Saturday, September 28, to provide 530 hot lunch boxes that included hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, chips and desserts.
The goal of the club was “loving our community in honor of GFWC National Day of Service” with community participation. The club also donated $743.08 to Yokefellow Ministry.
According to the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, the National Day of Service proved impactful in combatting food insecurity while raising awareness of the problem in communities across the U.S. and internationally.
The Impact Reports submitted by approximately 721 of the 1,076 participating GFWC Regions, State Federations, Districts, and clubs indicate the following results:
• GFWC members collected 221,142 pounds of nonperishable food;
• Recorded 18,159 volunteer hours;
• Collected $242,731 in monetary donations to food pantries and school feeding programs; and
• Prepared 69,660 meals
“The 2024 GFWC National Day of Service focused on the pressing issues of food insecurity and hunger, drawing an unprecedented level of engagement and support resulting in a significant impact across the nation and beyond,” stated Suellen B. Brazil, GFWC International president. “I am immensely proud of every GFWC member who came together with such dedication and enthusiasm to raise awareness in the community, collect nonperishable food items, and prepare nourishing meals for those facing hardship.”
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For information about renting the Statesville Woman’s Club’s Clubhouse for your meeting or event, email the club at Statesvillewomansclub@gmail.com or call 704-761-8208. The club website is www.statesvillewomansclub.org. For details on joining the GFWC of NC Statesville Woman’s Club, please contact Membership Team member Joanna Gaither at 704-873-2684.