Changing how we talk about our projects by emphasizing their impact highlights their true importance and increases community awareness.
Consider two ways to share the same event:
The Basic Summary: Six Exeter Area Clubwomen gathered at the Wiggin Memorial Library to sew dresses and prepare menstrual hygiene kits for Dress a Girl. They completed four dresses and 40 kit bags.
The Impactful Story: Imagine a world where every girl owns at least one dress. Exeter Area GFWC members recently joined the Dress a Girl Around the World project to help make that vision a reality.
A program of Hope For Women International, Dress a Girl Program, distributes dresses and menstrual hygiene kits in more than 80 countries. In many communities, girls miss school without appropriate clothing or menstrual products. These resources help girls stay in school, pursue their education, and improve their futures. The program also aligns with GFWC’s Signature Program, Domestic and Sexual Violence Awareness and Education, which includes addressing human trafficking.
During their sewing day, members completed four dresses, assembled 40 menstrual hygiene kits, cut pad liners, and purchased underwear to accompany each dress. A fellow clubwoman guided the volunteers through the process. Each dress features a recognizable label intended to help deter trafficking.
By sharing not only what members accomplished but also why the work matters, Exeter Area GFWC tells a more compelling story. Connecting our projects to community needs, lives touched, and GFWC’s mission demonstrates the value of our Federation and builds interest in membership.
Remember: The numbers tell what you did. The impact tells why it matters. And that is what attracts new members!
