About the VFRW

Come and join us in celebrating 55 years of excellence!
(1953 - 2008)

Federation History

Prior to 1953, we were the Virginia Council of Republican Women. Purportedly, some clubs began as early as 1938; however, the Council of Republican Women did not have a sufficient number of clubs or members to be part of the National Federation of Republican Women. In 1953, those numbers changed, as a result of the efforts of a stalwart group of officers and we became chartered by the NFRW (National Federation of Republican Women).

Subsequently, we have led the charge in Virginia to maintain a GOP majority, educate women in the political process, increase the number of women who serve in elected office from the Court house to the Halls of Congress, and remain the most positive Republican voice in politics. That membership number has grown immeasurably over the years.

Today, we are the 6^TH LARGEST Federation in the National Federation of Republican Women. With a strong legacy as our foundation, a productive present, we have a promising future.

Our goal is to provide the opportunity for women from all age groups and walks of life to actively participate in the political arena on national, state and local issues.
We promote political awareness and recruit qualified candidates.

We encourage women to assume leadership roles in government, the Republican Party, and in the community as policy planners, decision makers, and potential candidates.

Salute to Republican Women Members

VFRW Past Presidents

NFRW Regents from the VFRW

What We Offer

We offer political involvement, legislative action, educational programs and the opportunity to form lasting friendships with others of similar interests and beliefs.

Our goal is to make a difference one voter at a time and to increase our membership!

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Story of the VFRW Seal

Prior to 1953, we were the Virginia Council of Republican Women. Purportedly, some clubs began as early as 1938; however, the Council of Republican Women did not have a sufficient number of clubs or members to be part of the National Federation of Republican Women. In 1953, those numbers changed, as a result of the efforts of a stalwart group of officers and we became chartered by the NFRW (National Federation of Republican Women).

Subsequently, we have led the charge in Virginia to maintain a GOP majority, educate women in the political process, increase the number of women who serve in elected office from the Court house to the Halls of Congress, and remain the most positive Republican voice in politics. That membership number has grown immeasurably over the years.

Today, we are the 6^TH LARGEST Federation in the National Federation of Republican Women. With a strong legacy as our foundation, a productive present, we have a promising future.