Our Mission:
Empower.
We support the needs of women and children in Haywood County, NC through consistent & innovative fundraising for our 501c(3) non-profit.
Our Mission
The mission of WOW is to provide an outlet for women in the community to join forces with the purpose and collective passion of supporting the needs of women & children in Haywood County.
Our Impact
Women of Waynesville is an all-women, all-volunteer non profit with the sole mission of supporting the needs of women and children in Haywood County. We are real women raising real awareness and real money for real causes. Since 2012, WOW has raised more than $275,000 to support local women and children and other local charities through unique fundraisers.
8
scholarships provided to young women in our community
Established in 2018 in memory of a founding member, the Lynda Chovan Memorial Scholarship has helped to send eight young women from Haywood County to college.
12
years of service to our community
Throughout the past twelve years, Women of Waynesville has dedicated countless hours to improving the lives of women and children in our community.
275+
Thousand dollars raised
In the last decade, Women of Waynesville has raised over $200,000 to support other local non profits.
Our Leadership
Women of Waynesville is volunteer led and volunteer run with zero paid staff and is overseen by a six person Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is responsible for overall policy and direction of the organization. The Board meets monthly (and on an as needed basis) and consists of six members, as follows for the 2024/2025 fiscal year.
Becca Swanger - President
Alice Adams - Vice President
Ginger Galati - Treasurer
Catherine Sanders - Secretary
Jennifer Spillane - Executive Officer
Melissa Helmer - Member at Large
My first experience with Women of Waynesville was as an audience member for Battle of the Charities. The amount of fun and dedication I witnesses made me want to be a part of the group. I've never had so much fun raising money and helping others. This is a great group of strong, passionate and wonderful women and I'm proud to be a part of it.
~ Michelle Jacobs, current WOW President
Since 2018, I've had the privilege of working alongside remarkable women who inspire and support one another in our mission of helping local women and children in need. I've learned that small, collective actions can lead to significant change.
~ Ginger Galati, WOW Treasurer
Support WOW
BUY A NAKED CALENDAR
Every year, our naked calendar is, hands down, our biggest fundraiser. Get your copy today!
JOIN US!
We are always looking for women who are passionate about making a difference to join us!
DONATE
All donations to our 501c(3) are tax-deductible!