About Us

The Woman’s Club of Evanston – Building Community, Friendship and Leaders

More than 125 years ago, a group of visionary women formed The Woman’s Club of Evanston to address pressing social issues and unmet community needs. Since 1889, the WCE has been a transformative community force, volunteering thousands of hours and making hundreds of financially significant philanthropic grants. Each year, WCE members raise and contribute more than $150,000 and 15,000 hours of volunteer service to local, not-for-profit organizations. With a vibrant community of nearly 300 multi-generational members, the WCE continues to shape the future of service and philanthropy in Evanston and surrounding communities. The Woman's Club of Evanston is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

See our statement on our commitment on equality

Mission Statement

To connect women behind a shared purpose of volunteerism, social empowerment, and community support.

You’ve heard the saying many hands make light work? Well, many hands can also join to build strong community and lifelong friendships. The Woman’s Club of Evanston operates using a committee structure designed to not only power our community outreach and fundraising efforts, but also to take care of our members and our historic clubhouse. 

Read about our committee descriptions HERE.
Find out about our larger fundraising and community service events HERE.

Support Our Mission

Become a Member

Membership in The Woman’s Club of Evanston is open to any person who identifies as a woman and is interested in community service, philanthropy and friendship. You do not need to live in Evanston to be a member!

Learn more about how to join

Apply for a Community Grant

Each Fall, the Woman’s Club of Evanston invites nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Evanston and surrounding communities to submit applications for funding grants for non-profit organizations that meet a specific annual giving focus.

Find out more about Community Grants

Make a Donation

We gratefully accept donations in any amount. Your contribution supports our mission to serve the local community. The Woman's Club of Evanston is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law.

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