Projects are promoted through eight departments: Arts, Education, Home Life, International Affairs, Public Affairs, Conservation, Fundraising and Membership.

Arts
The purpose of this project is to expose and nurture arts in the community.

List of projects (past & present):

• Ballroom Dancing
• CCWC Scrapbook
• Dinner Theatre
• Bow Making

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Education
The CCWC has a strong emphasis in literacy.The CCWC has supported the Hugh O'Brian Youth Foundation (HOBY), which provides leadership opportunities for high school students.  The club also sponsors two scholarships to support community members in pursuit on higher education.

List of projects (past & present):

• Libraries 2000
• 5th Grade Science Trip
• Connie Lofgren Scholarship
• Dollars for Scholars
• Teacher Appreciation
• Babysitting Course
• CPR Class

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Home Life
This department's varied programs include women's health education, promoting independent living for people with disabilities and financial information and education.

List of projects (past & present):

• Backpack Buddies
• Blood Drive
• Christmas Baskets
• Daffodil Days
• Fluoride Program
• Santa’s Giving Tree
• Thanksgiving Baskets
• Town Luncheon
• United Way Clothing Drive

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International Affairs
CCWC sponsors programs that benefit the lives of people around the world.  These programs may work to build peace, feed children, promotes diversity of culture, provides medical relief and  supports economic or educational development.

List of projects (past & present):

• Tam Binh Center for Children in Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam
• Brittany’s Hope Cribs for Kids Program
• Operation Smile

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Conservation
Programs in the Conservation Department challenge CCWC members to lead the way in improving the global environment.  The Conservation Program provides recommendations and projects designed to beautify communities and keep them litter free.

List of projects (past & present):

• Adopt a Highway: Clean-up is done 4 times/year
• Candia Town Sign
• Town Planters
• Sea Coast Science Center
• Earth Day Poster Contest
• Moore School 3-Season Garden
• Candia Heritage Commission Park

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Fundraising
The purpose of CCWC fundraising is to generate revenue for Dollar for Scholar and Connie Lofgren Scholarships.  We also use fundraising to support programs and projects within our community.

List of projects (past & present):

• Chocolate Extravaganza
• Old Home Day
• Tote Bags
• Game of Candia
• Cook Books
• T-Shirts
• Foxwoods Casino Trip

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Public Affairs
CCWC forms partnerships with other women's or special interest groups with mutual objectives and women's civic involvement is fostered at all levels of government.

List of projects (past & present):

• Christmas Tree Lighting
• Support our Troops
• Town Luncheon
• Candidates Night
• Old Home Day
• Food Pantry
• Car Seat Safety Check
• Loaf ‘n Ladle

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Membership
The purpose of this project is to recruit and retain members.  Support is extended to the GFWC National Headquarters.

List of projects (past & present):

• Website
• Membership Teas
• Family Hay Ride
• Spouse Appreciation
• Sleigh Ride
• Girl’s Night Out
• River Cruise