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The core purpose of the AAUW-Milwaukee Branch, founded in 1894, is to provide educational opportunities for women through advocacy and direct support.
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In 1898, the Milwaukee Branch began to earmark funds for college scholarships for women. To date, the Branch's giving record exceeds $1.25 million.
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In addition, AAUW Milwaukee Branch provides support to several locally based organizations through its Donor Advised Fund.
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Since its founding, the Branch has cultivated a social, cultural and educational outlet for its members through the sponsoring of lectures, trips and study groups.
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Today's AAUW members carry on this important work, impacting Milwaukee's communities by providing scholarships, advocacy and education on the inequities women continue to face academically and in the workplace.
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About Us
MISSION
AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research.
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VISION STATEMENT
AAUW empowers all women and girls to reach their highest potential.
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VALUE PROMISE
By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women and girls have a fair chance.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
AAUW values and seeks a diverse membership. There shall be no barriers to full participation in this organization on the basis of gender, race, creed, age, sexual orientation, national origin,
disability, or class.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ELECTED OFFICERS
Lyn Hildenbrand
President
TERM: 2023-2026
Catherine Tully
VP Membership
TERM: 2023-2026
Shirley Metcalf
VP Finance
TERM: 2022-2026
Debbie Phillips-Donaldson
Secretary
TERM: 2023-2026
APPOINTED POSITIONS
Book Club Chair
Jean Kreul
College/University Relations Chair
OPEN
Diversity Chair
Mia Tatum-Crider
Donor Relations Chair
Board of Directors
Girls' Club Fund Board
Graciela Pequeno
Public Policy Chair
Jean Kreul
Scholarship Co-Chair
Jessica May
Scholarship Co-Chair
Carol Montoto
Teams & Committees
Book Club
Meets once a month on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 1 p.m.
College Women's Club Foundation
Responsible for funding the annual college scholarships. Meets 1-2 times per year.
Bylaws (Ad hoc)
Responsible for periodic review to ensure the Bylaws are updated and in compliance with National and State mandated changes. The committee recommends changes to Board. Meets as needed.
Donor Advisory Committee
The Donor Advisory Committee recommends to the Greater Milwaukee Foundation the organizations to receive the donations available from our two Funds. Half of the available donations from Fund #1 go to a scholarship at UWM. The remainder of the donations from that fund and from Fund #2 is distributed as determined by the committee. Meets as needed.
College & University Relationships
Communicates with local colleges and universities, recruits and retains AAUW college/university partner members, and helps to increase AAUW’s visibility on local campuses. Meets 2-3 times per year.
Finance Committee
Oversees all the monetary resources for the branch. Meets 2-3 times per year.
Girls' Club Fund Board
Provides various kinds of support focusing on the non-traditional student. Meets as needed.
Nominating Committee
Responsible for the upcoming slate of officers, ballots, and counts. Meets in January to seek valid and qualified candidates for elected offices. Other duties as assigned by the current President.
Scholarship Committee
Evaluates, recommends, and selects recipients for our annual college scholarship awards. Coordinates the annual scholarship brunch. Meets 1-2 per year as needed.
Program Committee
Responsible for seeking recommendations, selecting speakers, and scheduling/ and/or chairing monthly programs for the upcoming year, including AV set-up. Meets as needed.
Membership Committee
Responsible for increasing and retaining membership through a variety of activities. It holds a strong belief that recruitment is ongoing and everyone’s responsibility. Meets as needed.
Public Policy
Responsible for increasing awareness regarding women’s rights and legislation as it applies to AAUW issues. May organize appropriate activities around public policy issues. Meets as needed.