S.T.E.M. for Girls Fund
Forecasted
S.T.E.M. for Girls Fund supports K–12 girls in North Central West Virginia through enrichment programs, clubs, STEM activities, and competitions that encourage them to pursue STEM fields.
Funder: Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000; funds are for use in the school year awarded
Summary: Supports STEM activities and opportunities for K–12 girls in five North Central West Virginia counties.
Key Information: Projects must be open to girls only; eligible applicants are traditional public schools and nonprofit organizations, including public libraries.
Description
The S.T.E.M. for Girls Fund, administered by Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia (YCF), promotes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics activities that encourage girls to pursue STEM fields. It supports programs for girls in grades K–12 in Harrison, Marion, Monongalia, Preston, and Taylor Counties, with preference given to Title I schools.
Supported activities include teacher-initiated enrichment programs, after-school STEM clubs, financial assistance to attend STEM-related activities, and participation in STEM competitions. The fund focuses on giving girls opportunities to engage with these subjects beyond regular classroom activities and encouraging their continued pursuit of STEM.
