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Nissan Donates $250,000 to Mississippi's HBCUs to Advance STEM Education - Nissan continues its support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with a $250,000 donation. - The donation benefits Mississippi's seven HBCUs: Alcorn State University, Coahoma Community College, Hinds Community College - Utica Campus, Jackson State University, Mississippi Valley State University, Rust College, and Tougaloo College. - Since 2014, Nissan has invested a total of $2.5 million in the Mississippi HBCU STEM Initiative. - The initiative aims to build the future tech workforce by supporting innovative program development for HBCU students. - Chandra Vasser, vice president and chief diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) officer at Nissan Americas, highlights the importance of HBCUs in preparing a new generation for STEM challenges. - Funded projects include:  - Alcorn State University’s Applied Sciences Programs and Robotics and Automation Technology Enhancements, offering STEM learning opportunities through camps and competitions.  - Jackson State University’s Student Robotics Lab and Program, providing a dedicated space for robotics activities and student innovations.  - Tougaloo College’s STEM Pipeline Project, focusing on advanced technology and innovation education through symposiums, workshops, and summer programs. - Victor Taylor, vice president of Manufacturing at Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant and Alcorn State University alumnus, emphasizes the role of HBCUs in preparing students for STEM careers. - The Nissan Canton Vehicle Assembly Plant, opened in 2003, has created over 25,000 jobs and contributed more than $20 million to local nonprofit organizations. - Nissan Canton is evolving into a U.S. center for electric vehicle manufacturing, set to introduce new all-electric models. For Donor Intelligence, contact Diligencify at info@diligencify.com #Donation #University #Foundation #Alumni #Data #NonProfit #ProspectResearch #Fundraising

Since 2013, Tech Journey has been committed to inspiring central Iowa youth to engage with technology while helping them pursue tech careers. STEM jobs in Iowa are projected to grow by 12.3% by 2030, yet the number of students enrolled in technology courses continues to decrease. According to code.org in its 2024 State of Computer Science Education report, only 5.1% of all high school students in Iowa take computer science and only 21% are female. At Tech Journey, we're committed to closing this gap by providing access and opportunities to youth. In the spirit of #GivingTuesday, would you consider making a financial gift and helping us refresh our Chromebooks? Every dollar helps us transform the lives of underserved and underrepresented youth in our community and grow future Iowa tech talent. #nonprofit #technology #fundraising #jacobfromlinkedin

👩💻 4 essential school experiences every engineer should have had (but probably didn't). School lays the foundation for a successful career in coding and engineering, but some crucial experiences and training often get overlooked. At TAP, we're dedicated to providing students with the experiences and training they need to succeed in the dynamic fields of STEM. 👇 What other experiences should be included in every school today? Share your thoughts in the comments below! #21stCenturySkills #Nonprofit #SEL #children #ngo #edtech #tech #engineering #engineer

We’re not just preparing students for the future—we’re shaping it. From kindergarten to the workforce, LET’S GO™ is building a #STEM success pipeline that empowers youth with the skills, mentorship, and opportunities to thrive in tomorrow’s tech-driven world. Our #mission? To create pathways to economic success for underserved communities by providing innovative STEM education and workforce development that prepares students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. From hands-on 3D printing workshops to exciting robotics competitions, we’re sparking curiosity, igniting passions for learning, and opening doors to life-changing opportunities. This Giving Season, help us grow the next generation of STEM leaders. Your support will ensure that students not only excel in K-12, but are also ready for college and careers, equipped with the skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world. The future of these young innovators is in your hands. Will you help us expand the pipeline and create lasting change in our community? 👉 Donate Today to help us make an even bigger impact: https://lnkd.in/ezEw5Ph3 #GivingSeason #STEMPipeline #FutureLeaders #LETSGO #DonateNow #CommunityImpact #EmpowerYouth

Did you know? Georgia is ranked among the top 5 states for STEM job growth in the U.S.! 🌟 And now, it’s about to skyrocket even higher: a $1.65 billion investment is set to transform STEM education and workforce development in the state. 🚀 Key highlights: 💡 $1.65B allocated to STEM programs and infrastructure. 🏫 Expansion of STEM education across K-12 schools. 👩💻 Increased focus on coding, robotics, and AI training for students. 🌐 Building a pipeline to connect students with high-demand industries in Georgia. This initiative is a game-changer for the next generation of innovators. Check out how Georgia is paving the way for a brighter future: https://lnkd.in/gmcAtvH7 #STEMEducation #Innovation #FutureOfWork #GeorgiaTech #EducationMatters #EdTech #K12Leadership #WorkforceDevelopment #AI

Preparing students for futures in STEM, whether it's in college or straight into their career, means equipping them with the classes to learn the basics while they're still in high school. Unfortunately, far too often, schools fall short, usually due to a lack of funding and resources. How will we ensure future innovation if our children don't know how to code or understand the fundamentals of engineering? Let us know: Did you have any STEM classes in high school? If you did, this is your sign to pass it on. Volunteer with us to teach classes and share our mission with others in your network. And if you didn't, you have the opportunity to lead change from within and be the impact that you could have had. #STEMeducation #STEMnonprofit #TheMoreYouKnow

🚀Just opened! The latest Community Matters Fund from National Grid Custoners UK who have again teamed up with Localgiving to provide £250k of funding for groups and projects that inspire children to engage with STEM subjects and take their learning and connection with this area beyond what is covered by the regular school curriculum. Successful projects will need to meet at least one of the following themes: - Open the eyes of a new generation to the exciting possibilities of a career in STEM. (For example, projects that bring the area to life in a lively and engaging way) - Inspire further confidence and widen the skills of those already interested in STEM. (For example, hands-on workshops and interactive experiments) - Break down barriers with access to tools, time, and resources for those for whom STEM’s potential may be unfamiliar. (For example, launching after-school coding clubs or giving access to 3D printers) ⏰ Deadline is Wednesday 27th March. Find out more and apply today - https://buff.ly/43kxWgh #GridCommunityFund

At Sanity Solutions, we know the importance of investing in the future. That's why we love to donate to school STEM programs like we recently did with Regis Jesuit High School.   We believe supporting kids in STEM isn't just about the present, it's about shaping tomorrow's innovators and problem-solvers. We're passionate about empowering young minds to explore, create, and dream big in the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.   With many of our team members being former STEM kids themselves, we’ve experienced firsthand the impact that early exposure to STEM education can have on shaping career paths and driving innovation.   By giving back to our local community, we're not just supporting a school; we're investing in the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and doers. Thanks to all who joined us in supporting this program!   #STEMEducation #InvestingInTheFuture #CommunitySupport #SanitySolutions #informationtechnology #IT #STEM #education  

We are dedicated to advancing STEM education to prepare future leaders in solar energy and sustainability. Here are some of our key initiatives this year: Support for the Tu + Yo Foundation: Our funding enables hybrid classes in underserved communities, providing essential staff and supplies to expand access to STEM learning. Partnership with Trust in Education: We are supporting the development of computer libraries for girls in Afghanistan, who are denied education beyond 6th grade. This partnership offers critical resources for learning in regions where traditional schooling is restricted. Sponsorship of Wolfpack Robotics 3859: Through this sponsorship, students gain hands-on experience competing in robotics challenges, fostering early interest and skills in STEM fields. Our mission is to equip young people with the knowledge and skills to drive the solar energy transition. By empowering diverse voices in STEM, we are building a sustainable and inclusive future for all. #STEMEducation #FutureOfEnergy #EnstallEmpowers #Sustainability #EducationForAll

Friends/Colleagues At Last Mile Education Fund we are fortunate to have wonderful funding partners that enable our work, however, nearly all of our funds are currently restricted to women or non-binary tech and engineering students. However, we receive applications daily from high-potential young men of color every day. 😥 For example, we are currently trying to find $$ to help a young Black man from Univ of Michigan secure housing for his internship this summer. He's on the brink of declining a prestigious tech internship because he simply does not have the capital or credit to secure housing months in advance of receiving the housing stipend (provided two weeks in advance of start date 🤦♀️ - don't get me started on the inequity of THAT policy). We are actively raising funds to meet the needs of striving young men of color in the last mile to a degree and career in tech. If you or your company is looking for a super high ROI social impact investment, let's talk. IMPACT Since inception, Last Mile has invested in 6,130 students via 7,141 direct grants totaling $7.5M to support degree completion for financially-vulnerable underrepresented students aimed at careers in tech. Last Mile grantees to date have been 41% Black, 21% Hispanic, 18% White, 10% Asian, and 2% Indigenous. Our average grant is currently $1,041. Fifty-three (53%) percent of Last Mile grantees identify as women or non-binary and 75% of our funds are invested in these students. Through all this investment, the average grant award per student hovers around $1000 – a negligible investment considering the sunk costs to date to get a student to the last mile in their tech journey and the fact that each student that completes a computing-related degree earns on average $43,375 more than a student with some college and no degree. You can donate here: https://lnkd.in/gK-STZif or reach out to me to learn more.