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Est.

1958

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The American Association of University Women Inc is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking with a total of $640K distributed across 280 grantees in the filing year 2025. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

AAUW ADVANCES GENDER EQUITY FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS THROUGH RESEARCH, EDUCATION, AND ADVOCACY.
Total Funding Given
$640K
2025
Grantees funded
280
Multi-year grantees
10%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
28
Median 1st year grant
$7K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
G
Gloria Blackwell
Board Member
E
Edwina Frances Martin
Board Member
P
Peggy Cabaniss
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC?
No. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC give?
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, California, and Texas. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $7,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC make each year?
In 2025, AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $640 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC fund recently?
In 2025, AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC awarded grants to about 280 grantees. Recent grantees include NEWSEUM INC, The Research Foundation for The State University of New York, and UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA IRVINE FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC?
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.