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Clemson University
SCFCL volunteers work together in partnership with Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service to carry out their mission to improve the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities through fellowship, education, and service.

Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW)
ACWW is a non-political, non-sectarian international organization of over six and a half million members in women’s societies in 70 countries. It works to improve standards of living for all women and their families through its worldwide projects. ACWW also works with the United Nations on a consultative basis as a non-governmental organization (NGO). The work of ACWW is supported through memberships, Pennies for Friendship and contributions to specific projects. South Carolina Family and Community Leaders has had official delegates at the meeting every three years.

Country Women’s Council USA (CWC)
CWC is a coordinating council composed of ACWW member societies in the United States. It meets annually to promote the work of ACWW. Five category III societies (an umbrella of national organization consisting of independent member societies), American Farm Bureau Women’s Committee, National Volunteer Outreach Network and Women’s National Farm & Garden Association and 55+ affiliated state societies currently have membership in CWC. Individual membership in ACWW also entitles a person to participate in CWC.

National Volunteer Outreach Network (NVON)
NVON brings together organizations that are members of the ACWW to promote friendship and understanding between member organizations for better communication in the United States and World. The seven member states are Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia and Wisconsin.