WHAT IS THIS SPONSORSHIP?
The STEM Action Center values organizations who are dedicated to increasing opportunities to participate in STEM activities. The primary goal of this sponsorship is to increase student and community participation in STEM events and programs statewide.
The Community Impact Sponsorship is for organizations that provide STEM learning opportunities outside of the regular school day. These could be community organizations, after-school clubs, summer programs, or an organization that works to enhance learning through regular/consistent programming opportunities with student/community participants. In order to apply, you will have to provide a W-9 for your organization. If you are a school or district employee: before applying for this sponsorship, please review other STEM AC funding opportunities such as the Classroom Grant and Competition Grant that might better suit your needs.
Sponsorship awards vary, with a maximum award of $5,000. Please be aware that your organization is not guaranteed the full funding amount. The amount awarded is subject to the amount of applications received AND the amount of funds available (this dollar amount varies every year). Applicants should feel no obligation to request the full amount.
WHO CAN APPLY?
- Schools and school districts
- Nonprofit organizations
- Municipalities or government agencies
- Social service agencies
- Libraries or community centers
FUNDING IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR:
- Technology or other similar products (laptop, iPad, smart board, etc.)
- Activities that take place outside of Utah
- Teacher or staff professional development/training
- Salaries or stipends for educators or staff
- Food, apparel, flights, or lodging
- Entertainment costs
- Venue costs
- Indirect (overhead) expenses which may include rent, salaries, construction costs, utilities, etc.
If your organization is awarded, you will:
- Be required to submit an invoice from the organization to Shelby Averett at sdaverett@utah.gov (receipts, shipping information, or proof of payment will not be accepted as an invoice.)
- Include the STEM Action Center logo in marketing materials
- Submit a final impact report after the event or program
TIMELINE
- Application opens for submissions: July 1 of every year
- Applicants notified of outcome via email: Within three weeks after application is submitted
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Please be realistic regarding your funding request. There are a lot of fantastic organizations providing great STEM opportunities. The funding is limited and our goal is to provide monetary support to as many STEM programs as we can. We aim to help new programs get started in providing more opportunities statewide.
- Do not include any indirect costs in your application. We would like to see the funding go toward increasing participation for students/community members.
- We understand your program may run through the summer and this is okay! If you are awarded, some of the deadlines may be extended to allow your organization plenty of time to complete all of the requirements.
STEM Community Impact Sponsorship
WHAT IS THIS SPONSORSHIP?
The STEM Action Center values organizations who are dedicated to increasing opportunities to participate in STEM activities. The primary goal of this sponsorship is to increase student and community participation in STEM events and programs statewide.
The Community Impact Sponsorship is for organizations that provide STEM learning opportunities outside of the regular school day. These could be community organizations, after-school clubs, summer programs, or an organization that works to enhance learning through regular/consistent programming opportunities with student/community participants. In order to apply, you will have to provide a W-9 for your organization. If you are a school or district employee: before applying for this sponsorship, please review other STEM AC funding opportunities such as the Classroom Grant and Competition Grant that might better suit your needs.
Sponsorship awards vary, with a maximum award of $5,000. Please be aware that your organization is not guaranteed the full funding amount. The amount awarded is subject to the amount of applications received AND the amount of funds available (this dollar amount varies every year). Applicants should feel no obligation to request the full amount.
WHO CAN APPLY?
- Schools and school districts
- Nonprofit organizations
- Municipalities or government agencies
- Social service agencies
- Libraries or community centers
FUNDING IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR:
- Technology or other similar products (laptop, iPad, smart board, etc.)
- Activities that take place outside of Utah
- Teacher or staff professional development/training
- Salaries or stipends for educators or staff
- Food, apparel, flights, or lodging
- Entertainment costs
- Venue costs
- Indirect (overhead) expenses which may include rent, salaries, construction costs, utilities, etc.
If your organization is awarded, you will:
- Be required to submit an invoice from the organization to Shelby Averett at sdaverett@utah.gov (receipts, shipping information, or proof of payment will not be accepted as an invoice.)
- Include the STEM Action Center logo in marketing materials
- Submit a final impact report after the event or program
TIMELINE
- Application opens for submissions: July 1 of every year
- Applicants notified of outcome via email: Within three weeks after application is submitted
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Please be realistic regarding your funding request. There are a lot of fantastic organizations providing great STEM opportunities. The funding is limited and our goal is to provide monetary support to as many STEM programs as we can. We aim to help new programs get started in providing more opportunities statewide.
- Do not include any indirect costs in your application. We would like to see the funding go toward increasing participation for students/community members.
- We understand your program may run through the summer and this is okay! If you are awarded, some of the deadlines may be extended to allow your organization plenty of time to complete all of the requirements.