About Us

The American Women´s Club of Madrid was founded as a charitable, non-profit organization in March of 1954. It was during the post-war years when men and women from other countries were coming to help with Spain´s reconstruction. Small groups met for the purpose of helping women from other countries adjust to life in a new country during years that held many challenges. Time passed, groups formed and dissolved but in March of 1954, 35 American women held the first meeting of the Madrid AWC in what was then the Hilton Hotel. Soon, the membership had outgrown the rented room at the Hilton and a new meeting place was needed. With hard work, generous contributions and a mortgage, our clubhouse was purchased in 1966. Since that time many women have come to think of our house as a comfort zone of support and friendship. A library for members was started in 1972 and now holds over 2,500 books. Throughout the years, our club has been a meeting place for an interaction between women of all nationalities. And since the beginning, the members of AWC Madrid have served the community through personal activities and by raising funds to support a multitude of charitable organizations.

Purpose

1. To help women adapt to the challenges and stresses of living in a new country through support, encouragement and friendship
2. To provide an opportunity for interaction between women of all nationalities
3. To help members understand and appreciate the Spanish culture
4. To engage in charitable activities emphasizing the needs of women and children

Board of Directors 2007-2008