FWC's membership consists of Regular and Associate Members, as well as Corporate and Commercial Sponsors. Regular members are those women who are owners of or in a policy-making position within a construction or construction related company. Regular Members are eligible to vote and serve on the board the Board of Directors. Associate Members are affiliated with a company which serves the construction industry and provide significant assistance in furthering FWC's organizational goals. Corporate and Commercial Sponsors include highly- regarded companies and organizations committed to FWC membership development and the provision of quality services for companies within the organization.  

Services provided to members include:

Communication: FWC produces the Fax Tree, a vehicle to disseminate time-sensitive information to its members regarding upcoming bids and important meetings. FWC also produces its Newsletter, a bi-monthly publication containing corporate and legislative information, a calendar of events, meetings and seminars, and program-specific articles. Additionally, over 2,500 copies of FWC's membership directory are distributed to majority contractors, property owners, and federal, state and local government agencies.

Legislative Lobbying: FWC advocates for its members through political and economic empowerment and in conjunction with a strong network of allied associations in the construction industry and other women's business organizations. FWC is committed to advocating for equal access to business opportunities in a diversified marketplace.

Networking: Monthly dinner meetings are held locally for members allowing the sharing of information on upcoming projects and problems encountered in owning or managing a member firm. FWC's annual fundraiser, Annual Awards Reception, is attended by many majority contractors, suppliers and property owners allowing members to solidify business contacts. FWC also participates several times a year in the activities of affiliated organizations.

Public Participation: FWC participates on many committees and advisory boards for private and public projects such as: the ABN AMRO Technology Center, the Chicago Lakefront Partners for Economic Empowerment Contracting Committee (Soldier Filed), the Chicago Public Schools' Capital Improvement Program Blue Ribbon Advisory Committee and the UIC South Campus Development Contracting Committee. Participation on these committees ensures FWC member opportunities on major construction projects.

Plan Room: Blueprints/plans and bid specifications for most public and some private-area projects are available for inspection by FWC's membership in its Chicago office.

Education: Industry-related seminars are sponsored by FWC. Speakers at meetings include general contractors and service-related firms, as well as industry experts presenting timely information that will further your business opportunities. FWC is governed by a fifteen-member Board of Directors. FWC's office is staffed by an Executive Director and support staff.