Ways to Support
Every way you give, share, or act moves equity forward.
There are many ways to support AAUW and advance equity for women and girls. Whether you choose to give, volunteer your time, join our community, or champion our work through your network, every action makes a meaningful difference. From becoming a donor or member to fundraising with your branch or engaging as an institutional partner, you’ll find opportunities that match your interests and values. See the sections below to learn more about each option and how you can get involved.
- Donate Online: Learn about our top fundraising priorities and make a direct cash gift.
- Become a Champion: Champions invest $5,000+ in a fiscal year, providing bold leadership that moves equity forward. AAUW honors Champions in the Annual Report and at special events throughout the year.
- Give Monthly: Equity Keepers make monthly recurring gifts, providing the steady, reliable support that sustains AAUW’s mission every day. Join this committed community by selecting “Monthly” when you give.
- Make a Non-Cash Gift: Create lasting impact through stock gifts, Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), IRA contributions, and other non-cash options. AAUW’s partnership with the FreeWill Smart Giving Suite makes giving simple, secure, and meaningful.
- AAUW Action Network: Sign up to get regular alerts on when and how to engage, including sending letters to your legislators, writing letters to the editor, and other timely calls to action.
- Lobby Corps: If you live in the Washington, D.C. area, consider joining Lobby Corp, a group of dedicated advocates that visit congressional offices to champion legislative change for women and girls. Contact us at advocacy@aauw.org to learn more about joining Lobby Corps.
- National Committees: AAUW is seeking dedicated members to serve on our national committees, including Public Policy, Advancement, Audit, Executive, Governance, Inclusion & Equity, Finance, Investment, and Nominating. If you’re interested in contributing your expertise, please contact us at for more information.
- Review Panelists: AAUW seeks volunteer review panelists to help evaluate fellowship and grant applications. If you’re interested in contributing your expertise, please contact us through the panelist application webpage.
A legacy gift is a powerful way to extend your impact beyond a lifetime and advance equity for future generations. By including AAUW in your will or estate plans, you ensure that women and girls continue to have the opportunities they deserve. Planned gifts of all types — bequests, beneficiary designations, and more — make a lasting difference.
Those who document a planned gift are welcomed into AAUW’s Legacy Circle, a special community of supporters recognized for their enduring commitment to equity.
Learn more about legacy giving options and the benefits they offer on our Planned Giving page.
- Join a community committed to advancing equity for women and girls. AAUW offers a range of membership options — including National, Branch, College/University, and Student memberships — so you can choose the one that best fits you. Learn more about how your membership makes a difference and explore the benefits on our Membership page.
Everything you need to know about how affiliates can support AAUW — and gender equity — through fundraising, scholarships, and smart partnerships.
- Our institutional partners know that an investment in AAUW is an investment in achieving equity for all. AAUW’s corporate and foundation partners provide key support to AAUW’s mission to advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy, and are working with us to level the playing field for women and girls everywhere. Interested in learning more about becoming an AAUW institutional partner? Please contact our Corporate and Foundation Relations team at partnerships@aauw.org.
- Spread the word about our virtual financial literacy and salary negotiation workshops
- AAUW honors the generosity of our supporters in our Annual Report. Inside, you’ll find recognition of Champions, Sustainers, Legacy Circle members, institutional partners, and more — along with inspiring stories of AAUW’s initiatives, activities, and the impact your support makes possible. The report also provides important organizational financial information, underscoring our commitment to transparency and accountability.
