In Memory of Long-time Member Sally Harper
Sally Harper, age 78, of Las Cruces, NM passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2026 in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Sally volunteered her time for many groups over the years, recently focusing on her local libraries; supporting the Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral, and the activities of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (locally, state, and nationally).
A prayer vigil will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, starting at 10am at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral, 1240 South Espina, with a memorial mass to follow. Inurnment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Full Obituary on Members Page. Click here.
Sally volunteered her time for many groups over the years, recently focusing on her local libraries; supporting the Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral, and the activities of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (locally, state, and nationally).
A prayer vigil will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, starting at 10am at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral, 1240 South Espina, with a memorial mass to follow. Inurnment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Full Obituary on Members Page. Click here.
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This year, we were voted Non-Profit of the Year by
the Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce.
What a great honor in recognition of our work!
GFWC Progress Club members accepting the Award were Laurie Lewis-Findlay, Anna Kittleson, and Amy Daniels. At left, Rico Gonzales, past Chamber of Commerce Chair. At right, Kevin Merhege, 2026 Chair.
Some History...
Our Club was organized in 1914 by women associated with NMSU, in order to
pursue various charitable and educational purposes.
In 1915, the Progress Club of Las Cruces affiliated with
the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC),
a worldwide organization dedicated to volunteer community service.
Last year, we raised $51,693 in total donations, $134,911 in in-kind donations, and 32,491 total volunteer hours. Several of the local entities who benefit from our donations are listed here.
Camp Enchantment (cancer victims)
NMSU and Doña Ana Community College (scholarships)
Friends of Thomas Branigan Memorial Library
La Casa
La Piñon
Wee Warriors Project
Hope to Dream
Mayor's Top Teen Program
Asombro Institute of Science Education
Rio Grande Honor Flight
We have Community Impact Programs in the areas of Arts and Culture, Education and Libraries, Environment, Civic Engagement and Outreach, Health and Wellness, and Domestic Violence/Advocacy for Children.
Want to join us? Click here for the Contact Page.
Some History...
Our Club was organized in 1914 by women associated with NMSU, in order to
pursue various charitable and educational purposes.
In 1915, the Progress Club of Las Cruces affiliated with
the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC),
a worldwide organization dedicated to volunteer community service.
Last year, we raised $51,693 in total donations, $134,911 in in-kind donations, and 32,491 total volunteer hours. Several of the local entities who benefit from our donations are listed here.
Camp Enchantment (cancer victims)
NMSU and Doña Ana Community College (scholarships)
Friends of Thomas Branigan Memorial Library
La Casa
La Piñon
Wee Warriors Project
Hope to Dream
Mayor's Top Teen Program
Asombro Institute of Science Education
Rio Grande Honor Flight
We have Community Impact Programs in the areas of Arts and Culture, Education and Libraries, Environment, Civic Engagement and Outreach, Health and Wellness, and Domestic Violence/Advocacy for Children.
Want to join us? Click here for the Contact Page.
