The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a non-profit organization that advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. One of the world’s largest sources of funding for graduate women, AAUW provides funding for more than 270 fellowships and grants to outstanding women and nonprofit organizations. The organization has a nationwide network of 170,000 members and supporters, 1,000 local branches, and 800 college and university partners, including Norwich University.