STEM Greenhouse

We're thrilled to introduce Grace Clark, the newest member of the STEM Greenhouse family, serving as an AmeriCorps member in partnership with the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM). Grace has already made a significant impact in her first month, supporting our mission to create opportunities in STEM for underserved youth. Her role this year is focused on capacity building—helping us streamline our operations so we can continue to focus on hands-on education, mentorship, and career development for the next generation of STEM leaders. Whether it’s building organizational efficiency, engaging with students, or forming meaningful community partnerships, we're thrilled to welcome Grace and thankful for her role in advancing our mission. #serveamericorps #getthingsdone

Xue X STEM Greenhouse I will be volunteering at Innovation Central High School for a Lunch and Learn! STEM Greenhouse cultivates opportunities in STEM for our children. "STEM Greenhouse was created to build relationships with students in and around Grand Rapids. Not only do we help plant the seeds for curiosity and comprehension, but we continue to grow these relationships throughout the student’s education so that they can thrive. We provide the academic support, positive role models, and experiences necessary for our children’s preparedness and self-confidence." Thank you Marcus Moore for setting this up! Link to learn more in comments below #XueShares #STEMGreenhouse #STEM #GrandRapids

"The younger generation wants to see the company they work for involved or give back." - Paris Tingley of Amplify Austin, GR Giving Day Launch Party We couldn't agree more. Does your business invest in giving back? We're thrilled to be included in the inaugural #GRGivingDay along with some other impactful organizations. More info at: https://grgivingday.com/

We are so grateful to have advocates like Cordell!

Check out this great feature of one of our Board Members!

Thank you Lake Michigan Credit Union for supporting work that is uplifting our community's students!

As we approach the new academic year, it's crucial to address the challenges students face in securing scholarships. Did you know that only 1 in 8 high school students receives a scholarship? Even among those awarded, 97% receive $2,500 or less (Kantrowitz, 2020), highlighting a significant financial gap in education funding. At STEM Greenhouse, we're dedicated to providing opportunities for students of color to succeed, including sharing valuable scholarship information with high school juniors and seniors. Do you know a parent of a high school junior or senior who could benefit from these insights? If so, please share this information. Together, we can make a difference in their educational journey and future.

Dr. Keli Christopher, #CEO and Founder of STEM Greenhouse in Grand Rapids, MI, is reaching vulnerable students in underperforming schools with #STEM education and exposure to STEM careers. Dr. Christopher is the first Black person to earn a Ph.D. in #AgriculturalEngineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the third Black woman globally to hold such a degree. The #WoodsonCenter $5,000 mini-grant was incredibly helpful in expanding our math program [Kids Count] STEM Greenhouse. Alongside this financial support, the capacity-building training they provided will enable us to apply for additional funding, helping us to reach and prepare many more children for bright futures in STEM career fields.” – Dr. Christopher She left her engineering job in 2014 to start STEM Greenhouse to address the immediate need she saw in her community: “I established STEM Greenhouse to uplift schools with low proficiency levels in math and science, where teacher shortages [in math and science] and low parental involvement are common.”

STEM Ambassador Shoutout: Array of Engineers Today, as we celebrate the International Day of Friendship and reflect on NASA’s anniversary from yesterday, it's the perfect time to highlight our incredible partner, Array of Engineers. Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, this certified woman-owned small business fuses various engineering disciplines to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions for their partners. From NASA science satellites to agricultural storage systems in West Michigan, their engineering solutions enhance the way customers do business across numerous fields. We are thrilled to collaborate with a company that embodies the spirit of innovation and friendship in every project. Together, we’re not just reaching for the stars—we’re making sure we bring everyone along with us. Thank you, Array of Engineers, for being a stellar partner and a true friend to the future of STEM! #STEMAmbassador #FriendshipInSTEM

We are so thankful for partners like LMCU who are willing to invest in our students! Also, loving their capture of this year's Career Exploration Day for our Sankofa STEM Academy!