A lot of women find NLHG by asking one question: “Why isn’t there something like this where I live?”

The truth is, there can be. All of our Chapters started with someone just like you. Someone who cared about community and was willing to take the first step.

When I joined the Executive Team, one of my roles was helping women open new Chapters. That meant talking with women across the country who were interested in starting something in their counties. Those phone calls quickly became one of my favorite parts of the job.

Every woman shared her reasons for wanting a local Chapter. Some felt alone in their journey. Some were looking for friendship and encouragement. Others just wanted to create a space where women could share what they were learning and grow together.

But they all had one thing in common. They didn’t wait for someone else to do it. They decided to start something right where they were.

You don’t have to be an expert. You don’t need to know everything about homesteading. You just need to care about bringing women together. NLHG can help with the rest.

Chapters start in all kinds of ways. Some meet in living rooms. Others gather at libraries, farms, or local shops. Whether five women show up or twenty-five, what matters most is creating a space where women can connect and feel supported.

NLHG is here to help get you started. We offer a Chapter Handbook, helpful tools, and leadership resources to guide you along the way. You’ll also have support from our Executive Team and committee members who work directly with local Leaders. And through our private online space, Chapter Leaders can ask questions, share ideas, and encourage one another.

Starting a Chapter doesn’t mean you have to know it all. It means you’re willing to open the door, welcome others in, and create space for learning and community. That’s where real growth happens.

If you've been wishing for something like this in your area, you don't need to wait. You don't need a perfect plan. Just take the first step. We'll be right here to walk alongside you as you begin building community close to home.