THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER
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The Washington STEM Center is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to grantmaking, having disbursed $1.3 million to 36 grantees in 2024, primarily focusing on Washington. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
WASHINGTON STEM (WA STEM) IS A STATEWIDE, EDUCATION NONPROFIT LEVERAGING STEM FOR SOCIAL CHANGE, REMOVING BARRIERS TO CREDENTIAL ATTAINMENT, AND CREATING PATHWAYS TO LONG-TERM ECONOMIC SECURITY FOR SYSTEMICALLY UNDERSERVED STUDENTS. FOUNDED ON THE PRINCIPLES OF EQUITY, PARTNERSHIP, AND SUSTAINABILITY, WASHINGTON STEM SEEKS SMART, SCALABLE SOLUTIONS THAT LEAD TO REMOVING BARRIERS AND CREATING EQUITABLE ACCESS FOR HISTORICALLY EXCLUDED STUDENTS-STUDENTS WHO WILL BECOME THE LEADERS, CRITICAL THINKERS, AND CREATORS THAT WILL TACKLE THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES FACING OUR STATE, NATION, AND THE WORLD. WE ENVISION A STATE WHERE SKIN COLOR, ZIP CODE, INCOME, AND GENDER DO NOT PREDICT EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER OUTCOMES.
Cause Areas
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Education services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Spokane Regional Chamber of Commerce
$1.2M
7%
WASHINGTON STATE STEM EDUCATION FDTN
$1.1M
7%
FOUNDATION FOR TACOMA STUDENTS
$1M
6%
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Total No. of Grants
38
Median 1st year grant
$18.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$60K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER?
No. THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER give?
THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER primarily gives to organizations located in Washington. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $19 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER make each year?
In 2024, THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $1.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER fund recently?
In 2024, THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include Spokane Regional Chamber of Commerce, WASHINGTON STATE STEM EDUCATION FDTN, and FOUNDATION FOR TACOMA STUDENTS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER?
THE WASHINGTON STEM CENTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.