Canadian Federation of University Women Hamilton
The Canadian Federation of University Women Hamilton (CFUW Hamilton) is a nonprofit organization established in 1925, focused on advancing education, social justice, and economic equality for women and girls. As part of the national Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) network, it operates under the charitable registration number 889541777RR0001 and supports post-secondary scholarships through its registered CFUW Hamilton Branch Scholarship Fund[5].

Mission and Activities

CFUW Hamilton promotes lifelong learning, advocacy, and community engagement through monthly meetings, interest groups, and letter-writing campaigns. It emphasizes empowerment via education, offering annual scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 to students in the Hamilton area. Since its founding, the organization has awarded over $50,000 in scholarships, funded entirely through donations, bequests, and fundraising events[5][1].

Membership and Structure

The organization welcomes women committed to its goals, offering membership tiers including Regular ($125), Dual ($62.50–$92.50), and Student ($62.50) categories[4]. Members gain access to advocacy initiatives and international outreach through CFUW’s affiliation with Graduate Women International (GWI), a global network advocating for gender equality[1][5].

Historical Context

CFUW Hamilton’s emblem—a flame and open book—reflects its foundational principles of education and progress. It operates as a non-partisan, volunteer-driven entity, emphasizing local action within CFUW’s national framework of 94 clubs[1][3]. The organization avoids direct service provision, instead focusing on scholarship funding and policy advocacy[1][5].