Mary Grefe, the AAUW Educational Foundation’s first president and Sarah Harder, president of the Association.
Johnnetta Cole, 1991 AAUW Achievement Awardee
Gloria Steinem, 2003 AAUW Achievement Awardee, with an attendee at the AAUW Convention
Mae Jemison, 2007 AAUW Achievement Awardee

Anniversary Celebration Branch and State Resources

Celebrate the Foundation's long and distinguished history of advancing educational and professional opportunities for women in the United States and around the globe. Each year the Foundation provides about $4 million in fellowships, grants, and awards for outstanding women around the globe and for community action projects. The Foundation also funds pioneering research on women, girls, and education. Learn how your branch/state can participate.

Visit the Foundation's 50th Anniversary Scrapbook
Share stories, photographs, anecdotes, memorabilia, and other historical information about the Educational Foundation in the 50th Anniversary Commemorative Scrapbook which will be available until June 30, 2009.

What's Happening in Your Branch or State?
Branches and states have held their own unique celebrations in recognition of such an important milestone. Remember to share what you have been doing and will be doing in the AAUW Scrapbook. If your branch or state has not celebrated yet, review the 50th Anniversary Program in a Box for ideas.

Membership Matters to Everyone
Help grow our AAUW community by inviting non-member participation in your activities.

»   During your activity or event, use AAUW's Shape the Future membership campaign to encourage individuals to join AAUW on the spot-- at a special half-price rate!
»   Give the gift of membership through our Give a Grad a Gift program or by giving a membership to someone who would benefit from being part of the AAUW community.
»   Spread the word about the value of belonging to AAUW via the AAUW Keys to the Future: A Member-Get-a-Member Campaign using the many tools especially prepared for you, your branch, or your state.

50th Anniversary Fundraising Campaign
The Foundation is 50 years young, with a rich history having funded:

»   Research in K-12, Higher Education, STEM, Sexual harassment in schools and on campuses, as well as pay equity 
»   Over 10,000 women pursuing graduate study, as well as international and community projects

    Join us in celebrating the Foundation's 50th Anniversary by helping AAUW in its campaign to raise 500 gifts of $50 in 50 days! Click here to make a special contribution today and play a part in continuing the Educational Foundation's legacy.

     

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