LONGEVITY AND IMPACT
The Lake Forest Woman's Club, founded November 13, 1902, has a rich history of community involvement in Lake Forest, Illinois. Initially focused on women's intellectual and cultural improvement, the club has expanded its mission to include charitable and educational purposes, as well as promoting social welfare.
EARLY YEARS AND GROWTH
The Lake Forest Woman's Club has been a significant force in the Lake Forest community for over a century. Its commitment to intellectual, cultural, and social improvement, combined with its philanthropic endeavors, has made it an integral part of the town's history.
EARLY YEARS AND GROWTH
1902: The Lake Forest Woman's Club was founded.
1904: The club joined the Illinois State Federation of Women's Clubs.
1909: The club was incorporated.
1916: The club joined the General Federation of Women's Clubs.
LFWC continues to play key roles in community initiatives
Lake Forest Day
Lake Forest Day
Celebrated its 117th year
Founding:The first Lake Forest Day was held in 1908, organized by the Lake Forest Woman's Club at the suggestion of the Young Men's Club. Goal:The primary goal of the inaugural event was to raise money for the construction of a new contagious hospital to serve the community. Attractions:The first
Lake Forest Day
Celebrated its 117th year
Founding:The first Lake Forest Day was held in 1908, organized by the Lake Forest Woman's Club at the suggestion of the Young Men's Club. Goal:The primary goal of the inaugural event was to raise money for the construction of a new contagious hospital to serve the community. Attractions:The first celebration included unique attractions like a hot-air balloon ascension, a mind-reading dog, and a "cutest baby" contest.
Kids Above All
Kids Above All has created safer, stronger and healthier communities for children and families in Cook, DuPage, Kane and Lake counties through early childhood education, safe, supportive housing, and trauma-informed counseling programs.
Every child deserves to feel
safe and loved.
Orphans of the Storm &CANINE COMPANIONS
Orphans of the Storm takes responsibility for each and every orphaned, abandoned, abused or neglected dog and cat which reaches their doorstep. We take them in and shelter them. We provide the best medical and physical care possible and nurture them back to health if need be. The goal is to finally place them into warm, loving adoptive homes where they can
enjoy the lives they deserve.
Rescue Reader program
This endeavor is led by a dedicated team volunteer member, Judy Kotsiopoulos , who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.
The Rescue Readers Program initiates a spark in students reading through their compassion and love for animals.
LFWC donated $2,000
to Rescue Reader Program through
Orphans of the Storm ($1,500 for program and $500 for books)