Harrison County Women’s Club builds momentum through community giving

The Harrison County Women’s Club has been active for almost two years, having been revived in late 2023 in part by Autumn Famal.

The club’s goal is to help the community by eventually offering scholarships and financial assistance to those in need. For now, as it continues to build membership, the group is focusing on fundraisers and community outreach.

Over the summer, the club hosted a family movie night in the park. Famal said the event was a great success and she looks forward to holding it again next year.

The group’s most recent fundraiser, its second annual fashion show, was held at Wallace Lodge in early October. The event included a fashion show, vendors and a silent auction, raising just over $1,300.

Despite being a relatively new organization, the club has already made several donations to causes around the county. In the past six months, Famal said the group has donated to Wendy’s Walk, Jewett Community Days, Scio Pickleball, the Zarchovic family and the Cochran family.

“Our next fundraiser is our annual Super Bowl subs,” Famal said. “We will be making subs to order on Super Bowl Sunday, which is Feb. 8, 2026.”

To order, contact a current member or call or text 740-491-6166.

The club is open to women from any community who want to help improve Harrison County. Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at rotating locations, depending on scheduled activities. Updates about meetings, fundraisers and events can be found on the group’s Facebook page, Harrison Women’s Club, or by contacting a member.

“We are hoping to also try and do a cookie-decorating class to attract new members as well as raise funds,” Famal said. “We were thinking possibly January or February.”

As the club looks forward to the holiday season and the new year, Famal encouraged community support. “The best way to support us is to attend or participate in our fundraisers and help spread the word to help us get more active members,” she said.