GFWC-Charlotte Mission 

The objective of GFWC-Charlotte shall be to promote growth and general advancement of women by providing programs pertaining to literature, science, art, and public interest, and to promote lines of public welfare in the community of Charlotte, as well as at district, state, national and international levels.

Recent Events

Charlotte Forest Garden Planting - April 17, 2025

The club partnered with Eaton Conservation District to organize a Tree Planting Workshop with speaker, Ben Savoie, District Forester for Barry, Allegan, and Ottawa counties.  After the workshop, volunteers planted over 40 trees and shrubs in the Charlotte Forest Garden.

Christmas Tea - December 6, 2024

The Christmas Tea is an annual celebration to honor Past Presidents and new members.  This year, the GFWC-Charlotte choir performed, Brynda Filkins told a moving Christmas tale called The Gold and Ivory Tablecloth, and a donation check was presented to SIREN Shelter.  The club presented the 2024 Ms. Federation award to Val Reisen.  

GFWC-Charlotte Past Presidents recognized at the 2024 Christmas Tea.

SIREN Tea - November 17, 2024

The SIREN Tea is the major fundraising event for GFWC-Charlotte.  The proceeds of the Tea provide support for SIREN Eaton Shelter and GFWC-Charlotte programs.  

Over 60 businesses donated to the Silent Auction and raffle including Firekeepers,  Medalist Golf Club, Ziebart, Carl V. Reck Jewelers, English Inn, and Shaull & Shaull Law. Entertainment at the event was provided by Rory Nevins.  The SIREN Tea was chaired by Dianne Barmes, and over 30  club members volunteered to put it all together.