GFWC Mount Dora Woman's Club, Inc.
The beginning of the GFWC Mount Dora Woman's Club originated in 1919 when a notice was placed in the Mount Dora Topic inviting all women interested in civic affairs to meet at the Town Hall. Fifteen women responded and began all the good work of the local community. In 1926, the Club became a member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs.
Today, we are a group of over 50 women from Mount Dora, and its surrounding towns. All of our clubwomen are united in their dedication to volunteer service. Diverse in age, interests, and experiences, we all share the desire to create positive change in our local communities.
Wed, Feb 01Country Club of Mount DoraRegistration begins at 11:30 am, Lunch is at Noon, followed by the General Business Meeting. Lunch this month is Beef Tips w/Wild Rice and Red Velvet Cake for dessert. Registration ends on January 26th, 5:00 pm
Sat, Mar 04Mount DoraPlease join us for an afternoon of fashion and fun. Proceeds benefit The Forward Path Foundation.
Registration ends on January 26th, 5:00 pm
Executive Committee
President ..................................................Suzanne Gibson
First Vice President................................Roseanne Miller
2nd Vice President/Membership....Therese Haberle
3rd Vice President/Reporting...................Cathy Kautz
Treasurer..........................................................Judy Streeter
Recording Secretary........... ....Mary Colleen Gardner
Communications Secretary.................Flo Fenneman
Parliamentarian..........................................Judith Nelson
Committee Service Program Chairs
Arts and Culture............................................Gina Conway
Civic Engagement Outreach........Sharron Semento
Education and Libraries...................... Jerry Hardwick
Environment..................................................Alison Horvath
Health and Wellness................. .................Mary Groeller
Standing & Special Committee Chairs
Hospitality ................................... ...................Donna Kelley
Ways and Means.....................................Nancy Kennedy
Communications....................... ............Roseanne Miller
ESO................................................... .........Cathleen Arciero
Past President............................... ..............Judith Nelson
Photo's 2022
2022-2024
Board of Directors
What We Do
Our individual and group volunteer activities have five Community Service Programs
GFWC Mount Dora Woman's Club, Inc. and its members are devoted to community service in the Central Lake County area. Each member has an individual volunteer passion (and sometimes several). Our members are active and involved at the Bay Street and Ice House Theatres, the W.T. Bland Library, Cornerstone Hospice, Guardian ad Litem services, local food pantries, and homeless shelters, to name just a few. Together they organize events to raise funds for donations to local charities.
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Arts & Culture
This program encourgages members to promote and support arts activities in their clubs, schools, and communities. It is designed to inspire clubwomen and ignite within them a desire to make their work a more beautiful place.
Civic Engagement & Outreach
This program focuses on citizenship, military personnel, emergency and disaster preparedness, and safety prevention. This program is designed to actively connect members with effective projects and activities relating to civic and social responsibilities.
Education & Libraries
Projects in the Education and Libraries Community Service Program are designed to foster schools, as well as other educational institutions and opportunities These projects promote libraries, literacy and the love of a good book.
Our club has been actively involved with the WT Bland Library in Mount Dora since the club's inception. Today, many of our members volunteer their time to the library for their various community programs, and each year the Club donates to the library.
Environmental Community
The Environment Community Service Program encourages us to become stewards of the earth by working to preserve the world's resources, protect wildlife and domesticated animals, live sustainably, beautify our communities and enjoy nature.
Health & Wellness
This Program is designed to inform members of issues that affect the well-being of individuals, families and communities by providing opportunities and resources to meet and address needs through volunteering. Club members develop and implement projects that promote a healthy lifestyle.
 October SpeakerDeputy Walter Wolf from the Lake County Sherriff's Department |  October Opening MeetingDancing in the 22-24 Season |  ESOGFWC Mount Dora Women's Club ESO Book Club |  Yard Sale HelpersTerry & Steve helping out at the yard sale |
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 Boggy Creek Rocking ChairsTaking a rest outside the Dining Hall |  Camp Boggy CreekVisitors to Boggy Creek |  Guardian Ad Litem Angel TreeGuardian Ad Litem Angel Tree guarded by Angels, Gina and Liz |  12 Days of Christmas led by Alison Horvath6 Geese A-Laying |
 12 Days of Christmas5 Gold Rings...... |  12 Days of ChristmasA Partridge in a Pear Tree... |  Santas Elves for Kiva 2022Wrapping gifts for Kiva residents |  Symphony PictureThe Florida Lakes Symphony Orchestra |
 Trivia Fundraiser w/DominicFundraiser for Children's Advocacy Center |  Fun with DominicFundraiser for Children's Advocacy Center |  1st Place Winner"Fire Water" |  2nd Place Winners"The More You Drink, the Better You Think" |  3rd Place Winners"We Are Smarter Than 5 Year Olds" |
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 4th Place Winners"3rd St. Smarties" |  5th Place Winners"All My Knowledge Is From You Tube" |  6th Place Winners"This Is My Alibi" |  7th Place Winners"I Swear That Is the Right Answer" |  8th Place Winners"Do We Get Lifelines Here" |
Center Street Kitchen Volunteers
Center Street Kitchen Volunteers
Center Street Kitchen Volunteers
Center Street Kitchen Volunteers
Center Street Kitchen Volunteers
Center Street Kitchen Volunteers
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Fall Yard Sale Fundraiser - Proceeds Donated to
Cystic Fibrosis
Volunteers at Mount Dora Senior Center
Volunteers at Rafiki International
Monthly Member Walk n' Talk
Blankets for The Linus Project
Tree Planting in Mount Dora
Paper for Lake County School Teachers
Books for Lake Cares Childen's Backpacks
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Food Drive for Lake Cares Food Pantry
Dr. Suess Read A Loud At Triangle Elementary
2021-2022 Fundraisers
Santa and Mrs. Clause delivered gifts to the residents of Kiva that were donated by the Mount Dora Woman's Club.
November Trivia Night Fundraiser - Proceeds donated to Lake Sumter Children's Advocacy Center
Gifts for the Children of the
Guardian Ad Litem Program
October Yard Sale Proceeds donated to Cystic Fibrosis "Breath"
Donations made by the GFWC Mount Dora Woman's Club for Hurricane Relief
Trivia Night Fundraiser - Proceeds Donated to
Forward Paths Foundations
Luncheon & Fashion Show Fundraiser - Proceeds Donated to The Haven of Lake County
Donations made to UNICEF
for the Children of Ukraine
Ongoing Library Project - Sofa Donated to the
Young Adult Readers Room at the W.T. Bland Library
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Bingo Fundraiser - Proceeds Donated to the
Mount Dora Senior Center
Spring Yard Sale Fundraiser - Proceeds Donated to Cornerstone Hospice Pets
Game Day Fundraiser - Proceeds Donated to
Local Charities
Where We Work
GFWC Mount Dora Woman's Club members are dedicated to community service in the central Lake County area. Each member has a personal volunteer interest, with some having several! Members enjoy Living the Volunteer Spirit by donating their time and talents at the Bay Street, Ice House, and Taveres Theatres, W.T. Bland Library, Cornerstone Hospice, local food pantries, homeless shelters, and many other worthwhile causes. They organize events, raise funds for donations, and lend their helping hands to many in need.
Keynotes
Keynotes, our monthly Newsletter, is published from October through May. It contains news about upcoming events, the previous month's activities, and more!
Contact GFWC Mount Dora Woman's Club, Inc.
Here at the GFWC Mount Dora Woman's Club, we are driven to do our part in making the world a better place. Since 1919, we have taken part in a wide range of activities that empower individuals and communities. We strive to build productive relationships and make a positive impact with all of our pursuits. Are you ready to join us and create real transformation in the lives of so many?