Building Capacity for STEM Education in Connecticut

GrantID: 75456

Grant Funding Amount Low: $2,500

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant Amount High: $35,000

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Summary

This grant may be available to individuals and organizations in Connecticut that are actively involved in Non-Profit Support Services. To locate more funding opportunities in your field, visit The Grant Portal and search by interest area using the Search Grant tool.

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Grant Overview

Connecticut's after-school education landscape is characterized by a high level of need and a limited capacity to deliver quality programming. With 1 in 5 children living in poverty, Connecticut's underprivileged youth face significant barriers to accessing STEM education and enrichment opportunities. The After-School Coding Program for Underprivileged Kids aims to address this gap by introducing middle school students to computer science fundamentals and providing a pathway to continued educational pursuits.

Capacity Gaps in Connecticut

To be eligible, applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations with experience in after-school programming or computer science education. Applications will be evaluated based on their ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of Connecticut's after-school education landscape and their capacity to deliver quality programming.

Connecticut's Underprivileged Youth: A Key Focus

The program will target at-risk youth in Connecticut, utilizing local tech volunteers to provide mentorship and foster interest and engagement in STEM subjects. By providing access to computer science education, the program aims to promote STEM education and career readiness among underprivileged youth.

Assessing Capacity in Connecticut

Applicants must demonstrate their ability to deliver quality programming and show a clear understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by Connecticut's after-school education landscape. Unlike neighboring states, Connecticut's high level of need and limited capacity require a tailored approach to after-school programming, making this program a critical investment in the state's STEM education infrastructure.

Infrastructure in Connecticut

The program will rely on local tech volunteers to provide mentorship, highlighting the need for strong infrastructure and partnerships in Connecticut's STEM education ecosystem.

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