Employees at Microsoft have a passion for giving. Microsoft matches that passion by providing a match to each employee’s donation to Washington STEM. Microsoft has made their employee’s giving impact go even further. In doing so, they allow Washington STEM to deliver a high-quality STEM education to more students across Washington.

Safeco is dedicated to supporting Puget Sound students pursuing STEM degrees. That’s why they supported Washington STEM in our Career Connected Learning Program. Because of that support, we were able to create a meaningful experience between STEM professionals and students so that the pathways to a STEM career is made clear. “The best learning happens when you are uncomfortable. Even though I found it difficult to make an elevator speech and be interviewed by strangers, I learned a lot about myself and how I present myself.”- Lincoln High School Student

Kaiser Permanente understands the link between a robust, equitable STEM education and healthcare as a driving force in Washington’s economy. That’s why Kaiser Permanente partnered with Washington STEM as a platinum level sponsor at the 2017 Washington STEM Summit and spoke at our equity panel. “Education—STEM education in particular—is of personal interest to me and will be an important focus for Kaiser Permanente Washington in 2018. Through my role on the Governor’s Career Connect Washington Task Force and Kaiser Permanente Washington’s participation in Washington STEM events, I’ve been part of an ongoing dialogue about education, workforce development, and how to create effective pathways between the two in our region and state.” Susan Mullaney

College Spark and Washington STEM have a mutual goal in bridging the gap between students and college readiness. Their support has enabled some of Washington STEM’s most innovative, state-wide work to date, including our Learning Tours, and youth advocacy outreach.

As a food scientist, STEM professional, and member of the Washington STEM Board of Directors, Mary Wagner is a champion for women and girls in the STEM fields. That’s why she chooses to give to Washington STEM in support of bringing equity to STEM education in Washington.