GFWC Kitsap Peninsula is a member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC). Our purpose is to serve our community, educate our members and promote fellowship.

Our club is networked with GFWC Peninsula District, GFWC Washington State and the International General Federation of Women's Clubs.

GFWC Kitsap Peninsula meets the third Thursday of the month, August through May at 7:00 pm.

Recent Club Projects

• Making and distributing "Comfort Pillows" to hospitals for women with breast cancer to reduce pain and provide both emotional and physical comfort.
• Selling desserts at the Peninsula Dance Theater performances, such as the Nutcracker at Bremerton High School auditorium.
• Libraries 2000 book donations and materials to public libraries.
• Holliday gifts for mothers and stockings for children at the A.L.I.V. E. shelter.
• Donations to food banks and needy families.
• Hospital gowns and tote bags for Operation Smile.
• International Christmas Child shoeboxes of small gifts for needy children overseas.
• Books for Babies project to encourage reading with you children.
• Bremerton Arts Walk food donations.

GFWC-member clubs maintain an individual identity and focus, while benefiting from the strength that comes from being a part of an international organization. Club members select projects and programs from the following six areas:

• THE ARTS - working to bring literature, drama, music, and cultural opportunities and experiences to members and their communities.
  
• CONSERVATION - working in areas of preservation of natural resources, energy and environmental education, recycling programs, and beautification projects.
  
• EDUCATION - working on school and academic issues, providing scholarships and educational assistance, as well as leadership development training for members.
  
• HOMELIFE - working to maintain the quality of life for women, the aging, and those with disabilities, as well as educating members on health and consumer issues.
  
• INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - working to support international aid through agencies like CARE, provide education on world policy issues, and provide opportunities to host foreign visitors.
  
• PUBLIC AFFAIRS - working on programs to strengthen citizenship, reduce crime, and promote home and highway safety.