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American Association of University Women – Loveland

Advancing Equity for Women & Girls

Local, State and National advocacy, community programs, scholarships, and more…

AAUW Loveland is a local branch of the national American Association of University Women (AAUW), dedicated to advancing equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and community engagement in the Loveland area. Each season, the branch conducts two major projects that fund scholarships, empowering female students in Loveland and Berthoud to pursue higher education and leadership opportunities.

The AAUW Loveland Branch meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m., excluding June, July, August, November, and December, at First United Methodist Church, 533 Grant Avenue, Loveland. Special meetings are held in May and December.

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 7, 2026 – Public Policy Day

AAUW of Colorado’s Public Policy Day is fast approaching. This will be in informative event addressing Higher Ed in Colorado. To register for this zoom event click on: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_VKdPPqj7R2KUC3yp7OMMBg

 

Annual Flower Sale

AAUW Loveland’s Annual Flower Sale is a spring tradition that supports scholarships for women in the Loveland and Berthoud communities. Proceeds help fund higher education, career training, and professional advancement—turning flowers into opportunity.

By purchasing flowers (or making a donation), you’re helping remove financial barriers for local women while supporting AAUW’s mission to advance equity for women and girls.

Order Form & Deadline
The 2026 Flower Order Form is now available. Orders must be submitted to Claudia by April 10. Flowers will be ready for pick up on May 9.
Download the order form: 2026.AAUW.Order.Form.3

Not a gardener? Donations are welcome and make just as meaningful an impact. Want to learn more about the Flower Sale? Just send Claudia a quick note with the subject line “Flowers” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Branch Activities In Action

Future AAUW Loveland Branch Meetings

February 23, 2026

Please join us for a powerful and engaging program featuring Michael Anthony Tatmon, President and Development Director of IN LIVING COLORED, Inc., and an accomplished actor.

In addition to sharing insights from his work in arts, advocacy, and community development, Mr. Tatmon will present a dramatic monologue portraying Thurgood Marshall, bringing to life the voice and legacy of the first African American U.S. Supreme Court Justice. Through storytelling and performance, this program will explore themes of justice, equity, leadership, and civic responsibility—values closely aligned with AAUW’s mission.

March 23, 2026

Sarah Hernandez, a former AAUW scholarship winner

April 27, 2026

Presenter TBD but the subject will be on air quality/health effects of climate change

Meeting Information

All meetings will begin at 6:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church, 533 Grant Avenue, Loveland

All Programs are subject to change

Enter on the South side of the building. A code is required to open the door. Need the church door code? Send Martha a quick note at Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com using “Door Code” as the subject.

Want to learn more about any program? Just send Claudia a quick note with the subject line “Programs” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Save the Date

All branches in the state will be celebrating the 100th anniversary of AAUW in Colorado at an event at the Holiday Inn in Lakewood on October 3, 2026. Each branch will have a display of archives from their branch to share. Linda F., Ellen J. and Martha D. will put together our display. Write the date on your calendar now.

Interest Groups

Book Group

The next book group meeting will be on Monday, March 2 at 1:00 at Lisa’s home. Remember by Lisa Genova will be discussed. RSVP to Lisa.

More details (RSVP email link, address, Book List) are available when you log into the Member’s Only Area.

Want to learn more? Just send Martha a quick note with the subject line “Book Group” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Great Decisions

Great Decisions is a nonpartisan foreign policy discussion group. Discussions are held monthly on the second Wednesday of the month from 10 am to 12 pm. Meetings are held at the Loveland Public Library in the Hagues Peak and Mt. Dunraven meeting room. Our first meeting for 2026 will be held on January 14. Contact Jill O. for more information.

Curious about Great Decisions but don’t want to purchase the book?
Great news: the Loveland Public Library now has the Great Decisions
2026 book available on Overdrive. You may check out the ebook and
explore topics free of charge.

Great Decisions topics are always timely! On Wednesday, February 11
the group meets to discuss Trump’s Foreign Policy. On March 8 we will
discuss Trump’s Tariffs. The March 11 Great Decisions topic will be Human Rights from Trump’s Tariffs.

Great Decisions meetings take place on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to
12:00 noon at the Loveland Public Library. Each member’s unique
perspective and guidance enrich our conversations and make the
sessions even more meaningful for everyone. For more information,
please see our website or contact Jill Osofsky.

Want to learn more? Just send Jill a quick note with the subject line “Great Decisions” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Hiking Group-Adventure

Educational Outing: Bronze Services of Loveland
Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Join us for a guided tour of Bronze Services of Loveland (140 2nd St. SE, Loveland).

We will meet at 8:00 a.m. at Claudia’s home to carpool or walk to the foundry. The tour begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $5 per person (free for veterans), payable upon arrival.

The tour includes an overview of the lost-wax casting process followed by a walk-through of the working foundry. Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes or boots; safety glasses will be provided.

Attendance is limited to 14 participants. Please RSVP to Jan by February 10 so we can confirm our group size.

Following the tour, those interested are invited to join us for brunch at The Egg Kings (127 W 4th St).

“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.”
— John Burroughs

Want to learn more? Just send Jan a quick note with the subject line “Hiking” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Coffee, Crafts, and Conversations

The group meets on the third Monday of the month at 1:30 in the home of Claudia Ward. No craftiness necessary!  If you knit or crochet, the homeless are in need of scarves. She has plenty of yarn; just bring
your needles

Want to learn more or RSVP? Just send Claudia a quick note with the subject line “Coffee” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

2026 Louise Stone Scholarship

The AAUW Loveland Branch Scholarships will be awarded to Loveland and/or Berthoud women graduating from high school and going to either a community college or four year college/university as well as community college graduates transitioning to a four year college/university. Scholarships are awarded in the Spring.

You can make an individual Scholarship donation at any time by writing a check to AAUW Loveland. On the memo portion write scholarship donation. Mail your check to our treasurer Teri S.

Want to learn more? Just send Kari a quick note with the subject line “Scholarships” to Loveland.AAUW@gmail.com

Steps to Apply:

1. Fill out and submit online application.
2. Submit in a Word Document the Essay that includes A-F.

Deadline for Applications:
The deadline for applications: coming soon.

2026 Louise Stone Scholarship Information

2026 Loveland AAUW Annual Louise Stone Scholarship Application 


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