Stem Advantage
AI Summary
Stem Advantage is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within the STEM fields. In 2024, it awarded a total of $483.8K across two grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement model that operates by invitation only. Notably, Stem Advantage does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits interested in pursuing funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
Talent is equally distributed, but opportunity is not. STEM Advantage mentors, prepares, and inspires first-generation, low-income, and underserved college students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). We level the playing field by empowering talented students with access to networks, employment, and economic mobility often limited to students attending elite universities, while providing a vetted pipeline of skilled talent to businesses to fill their workforce needs.
Cause Areas
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Youth organizing
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY NORTHRIDGE FOUNDATION
Northridge, CA
$131.3K
6%
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS CORPORATION
San Marcos, CA
$20K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Stem Advantage?
No. Stem Advantage does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Stem Advantage give?
Stem Advantage primarily gives to organizations located in California. 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 Stem Advantage’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Stem Advantage fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $28 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Stem Advantage make each year?
In 2024, Stem Advantage awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $484 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Stem Advantage fund recently?
In 2024, Stem Advantage awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY NORTHRIDGE FOUNDATION and CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN MARCOS CORPORATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Stem Advantage?
Stem Advantage does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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