Empowering the next generation of women STEM leaders, innovators and disruptors.
What we do
Project Scientist is an education nonprofit delivering high-quality experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) to underserved and marginalized girls* ages 4-18. We deliver summer and after-school programs in partnership with local schools, school districts, nonprofit organizations and STEM Companies.
*While we focus on those who identify as girls, Project Scientist is dedicated to serving children of all gender identities and expressions.
Programs
Project Scientist’s Summer Lab is a hands-on immersive STEAM experience that takes summer camp to a whole new level!
Project Scientist's After-School Club is an interactive STEAM program. Students meet 90 minutes per week and engage in exciting hands-on experiments and activities.
Project Scientist’s Scholars program is a six-month in-person/virtual experience for girls ages 13-18 to build confidence, ignite curiosity and empower their STEM career dreams.
The Project Scientist Teaching Institute is an initiative by teachers for teachers, training educators on integrating gender and racially-equitable STEAM teaching strategies.
Partner with us
STEM COMPANIES
We are looking for partners who prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and in their communities. As a Project Scientist partner, you will empower the next generation of STEM leaders by providing programming at no cost, connecting your employees with opportunities to work in the community and see first-hand the impact your company is making.
SCHOOLS & NONPROFITS
Project Scientists partners with school districts, individual schools, nonprofit and community organizations, and library systems to offer our programs. We provide curriculum, training materials for teachers, STEAM education kits for students and all the logistical support to run our programs.
PARENTS
Are you a parent or caregiver looking for interactive educational programs for your child? Do you want to support your child’s STEM dreams? Project Scientist can help. Read on to know how.
Our Impact
24,000
girls served
We have served over 24,000 girls across the United States and Mexico.
370
expeditions hosted
We have partnered with leading STEM companies to host over 370 expeditions for our students
1,200
STEM professionals engaged
We have engaged over 1,200 women STEM professionals to inspire our students.
375
teachers trained
We have trained over 375 teachers to deliver our programs.
"This is a big opportunity for girls…it makes you think more about earth and about how many things you can change through science. I want to be a surgeon because I love helping people. I think everyone can change the world."
Grace, Age 10
Scholars Student Interview: Anika
Anika is a bright and passionate 9th grader who is using her curiosity and love for engineering to inspire not only her own academic journey, but also those around her. Anika is an active participant in the Project Scientist Scholars Program, which has helped her deepen her interests in computer science, explore environmental science, and build lasting connections with mentors and peers. In our conversation, Anika shared how the program has shaped her confidence and motivated her to start her school's engineering club.
