Thomasville Woman's Club
About Us
More than 115 years ago, a group of visionary women formed The Thomasville Woman's Club to address unmet community needs and pressing social issues. Since 1919, the TWC has been a transformative community force, volunteering thousands of hours and making hundreds of financially significant philanthropic contributions. Each year, TMC members contribute to local non-profits, award scholarships, and volunteer in the community. The dedicated members continue to shape the future of community and philanthropy in Thomasville, North Carolina. The Woman's Club of Thomasville is a non-profit charitable organization and a member of the Thomasville Chamber of Commerce.
Mission Statement
Our organization is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and supportive community by promoting education, engaging in enriching activities, and focusing on civic, cultural, and social improvements. We strive to create opportunities that benefit everyone and uphold the common good, making it a shared mission to enhance the quality of life for all our members.
How to Join
Join and Attend Meetings
Pay annual dues of $25. Our Club year runs from September thru May. Annual dues help cover the cost of our membership programs, community outreach, and the general operating expenses. The Thomasville Woman's Club meets the second Tuesday of the month, September through May, from 11:45-1:15. Lunch is $15 each month.
Serve on a Committee
The Thomasville Woman's Club runs on the power of its committees and the work they do for the club and in the community. When you serve on a committee, we hope you’ll find an outlet for your talents, skills, and interests, talents.
Support Our Outreach and Philanthropic Projects
The Thomasville Woman's Club supports ongoing charitable endeavors across the community. Some of our community projects include our Education Scholarship, Sisters of Hope, Read Across America, Tiny Tots, Thomasville High School Care Closet, Meals on Wheels, Cover the City, The Father's Storehouse, and Breast Cancer Awareness.
Lynda Conrad Education Scholarship
The Thomasville Woman's Club awards an Education Scholarship each year. In December of 2025, the club voted to name the scholarship after club member, Lynda Proctor. Recipients are chosen from Thomasville High School, East Davidson High School, Ledford High School, Private schools, Charter schools, and Home Schools in the 27360 zip code. Applicants apply through their local guidance counselors, and the scholarships are awarded annually in May.
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Executive Board & Committees
President: Nancy Leisure 336-300-9896
Parliamentarian: Jane Hill
Secretary: Keisha Alba
Treasurer: Phyllis Luptin
Finance Committee: Keisha Alba, Phyllis Luptin, Jane Hill, Judy Proctor, Julia Wolak
Reservations: Carolyn Skeen skeencl001@triad.rr.com
Directory: Anita Bame
Education Committee: Lynda Conrad, Jennifer Hunsucker, Mary Knight, Judy Proctor, Nancy Staton
Outreach: Lisa Fleming, Mary Ann Mealor
Correspondence: Sherry Bowers, Cheryle Parrish, Marcia Kennedy
Programs: Priscilla Smith, Jennifer Gray
Parliamentarian: Jane Hill
Secretary: Keisha Alba
Treasurer: Phyllis Luptin
Finance Committee: Keisha Alba, Phyllis Luptin, Jane Hill, Judy Proctor, Julia Wolak
Reservations: Carolyn Skeen skeencl001@triad.rr.com
Directory: Anita Bame
Education Committee: Lynda Conrad, Jennifer Hunsucker, Mary Knight, Judy Proctor, Nancy Staton
Outreach: Lisa Fleming, Mary Ann Mealor
Correspondence: Sherry Bowers, Cheryle Parrish, Marcia Kennedy
Programs: Priscilla Smith, Jennifer Gray
History of the Building and Organization
The Thomasville Woman’s Club began as the Civic Improvement League of Thomasville in 1909 when twenty-five civic-minded ladies, under the leadership of Mrs. F. E. Lambeth, came together to make Thomasville beautiful, healthy, and sanitary. Three years later, this group formed the Thomasville Woman's Club Mrs. Charles Finch was the first president.
As membership swelled, the property at 15 Elliott Drive was purchased and the decision was made to raise money for a permanent building to be erected. Each of the 100 members pledged to raise $10. Teas, parties, and dinners were thrown to help raise construction funds. The Thomasville Woman’s Club "Grand Ole Dame" officially opened March 25, 1937 with a grand gala. Total building cost was: $8,634 in materials, $3,641.79 in labor, and $583 in lighting. Eight years later, the building was paid in full. In 1948, the upstairs was furnished as a residence for the club caterer, Miss Clement.
The Thomasville Woman's Club was responsible for establishing the first Davidson County Public Library and the first public kindergarten in Thomasville, three night schools for adult education, two community cooking schools, an Empty Stocking Fund, (which cared for more than 100 families and several hundred children), placing trash cans downtown, and cleaning up the City Cemetery. Today, the Thomasville Woman’s Club continues this rich tradition of service.
As membership swelled, the property at 15 Elliott Drive was purchased and the decision was made to raise money for a permanent building to be erected. Each of the 100 members pledged to raise $10. Teas, parties, and dinners were thrown to help raise construction funds. The Thomasville Woman’s Club "Grand Ole Dame" officially opened March 25, 1937 with a grand gala. Total building cost was: $8,634 in materials, $3,641.79 in labor, and $583 in lighting. Eight years later, the building was paid in full. In 1948, the upstairs was furnished as a residence for the club caterer, Miss Clement.
The Thomasville Woman's Club was responsible for establishing the first Davidson County Public Library and the first public kindergarten in Thomasville, three night schools for adult education, two community cooking schools, an Empty Stocking Fund, (which cared for more than 100 families and several hundred children), placing trash cans downtown, and cleaning up the City Cemetery. Today, the Thomasville Woman’s Club continues this rich tradition of service.
Centennial Anniversary 1919-2019
