Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: STEM Flights
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 103 Sawtooth Dr
\nCity: Stephenson
\nState: VA
\nPostal Code: 22656
\nMain Phone: 7038517952
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: www.stemflights.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 82-5229225
\nOrganization Tax Status: Director of Development<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 05\/15\/2025
\nRequested Amount: 10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: STEM Flights Expansion
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
STEM Flights is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring middle and high school students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through free, hands-on aviation experiences. By pairing students with volunteer pilot mentors, we provide one-on-one flight experiences that serve as powerful catalysts for youth engagement in STEM fields.<\/p>\n
Our program targets students aged 12\u201318, with a particular emphasis on reaching rural youth who often lack access to experiential STEM learning opportunities. Participants complete an online STEM curriculum, receive a personalized flight experience, and gain ongoing access to educational resources and mentorship through our STEM Flight Following\u2122 program.<\/p>\n
Since our inception in 2018, STEM Flights has expanded operations to 49 states, engaging over 15,000 students annually through the dedication of our volunteer pilot network. Each flight mission not only introduces students to the principles of flight but also ignites a passion for STEM careers, fostering confidence and ambition.<\/p>\n
With a grant of $10,000 from the Hermanowski Family Foundation, we aim to expand our reach by recruiting additional volunteer pilots, enhancing our digital curriculum, and increasing outreach to communities with limited STEM resources. This funding will directly support the coordination of flight experiences, development of educational materials, and implementation of evaluation tools to measure program impact.<\/p>\n
Our goal is to empower the next generation of STEM professionals by providing transformative experiences that open doors to future educational and career opportunities. Through this initiative, we strive to create lasting change in the lives of young individuals, equipping them with the skills and inspiration to succeed in STEM fields.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $250,0000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Ray Foundation, Herrick Foundation, Brubaker Foundation<\/p>\n
Project Duration: 12 months
\nGeographical Area Served: National
\nAge Group To Be Served: 12-18 years old<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
\nContact First Name: Carley
\nContact Last Name: Walker
\nContact Title: Director of Development
\nContact Phone: 7038517952
\nContact Email: carley@stemflights.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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