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 501(c)(3) charitable organization and a member of the Thomasville Chamber of Commerce.

Mission Statement

Building Community, Friendship, and Leaders.

Are you looking to join a community of women focused on giving back and having a great time?

Any woman of the Thomasville, NC area who is interested in promoting the objectives of this Club is eligible for membership.

Benefits of Membership:
>Be part of a rich tradition of community
>Interaction with dedicated and enthusiastic women in social and service settings
> Opportunity to serve the greater community during our community and philanthropic events
>Play a vital role in shaping the future of Thomasville

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

Our club sponsors an annual education scholarship, donates to local charities, and supports literacy by participating in Read Across America and donating books to local elementary schools and Tiny Tots.

Education Scholarship

Our club sponsors the Thomasville Woman's Club Education Scholarship each year. Recipients are chosen from Thomasville High School, East Davidson High School, and Ledford High School. Applicants apply through their local guidance counselors, and the scholarships are awarded annually in May.

Philanthropy and Community Service

The Thomasville Woman's Club supports ongoing charitable endeavors across the community. Some of our community projects include Sisters of Hope, Read Across America, Tiny Tots, Thomasville High School Care Closet, Meals on Wheels, and Breast Cancer Awareness.

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.