inSTEM Alumni Program
Funding Amount
Discretionary fund available in Year 2 for engaged alumni; All-expenses-paid summit and Laureate Celebration experiences
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Mentor current inSTEM Scholars
Other requirements
- In Year 1, alumni must participate in at least ONE of the following:
- Participate in technical talks/panels
- Lead an inSTEM session
- Attend local NSTMF/inSTEM events
Overview
An opportunity to continue to solidify community-wide relationships amongst inSTEM Scholar alumni and to perpetuate a feeling of belonging and support as inSTEM alums navigate their professional and academic careers.
Program Access
All inSTEM alumni have access to:
- Past inSTEM videos and technical talks library
- Future technical talks and workshops
- Invitations to NSTMF events
- Alumni contact sheet
- inSTEM Mentor contact sheet
- Mentor matching for alumni continuing bachelor's degrees
- One-on-one meetings with NSTMF staff members
"Engaged inSTEM Alumni" Status Benefits
Alumni who maintain a high level of interaction and participation receive:
- Discretionary fund in Year 2 for modest support of professional and educational development opportunities
- Exclusive invitations to all-expenses-paid experiences including future summits and Laureate Celebration experiences
Eligibility for "Engaged Alumni" Status
In Year 1, alumni must participate in at least ONE of the following:
- Participate in technical talks/panels
- Lead an inSTEM session
- Attend local NSTMF/inSTEM events
- Meet with NSTMF staff
- Serve on the inSTEM Advisory Council
- Mentor current inSTEM Scholars
Key Features
- Lifetime membership in inSTEM community
- Program continues to develop based on Scholar and Alumni community feedback
- Focus on maximum engagement and valuable perks
Contact
For alumni needing help joining the inSTEM Alumni Program, email contact available on website.
How to Apply
Alumni Program Enrollment
Eligibility: Must be a graduate of the inSTEM Mentorship Program
How to Join:
Contact NSTMF staff via email for assistance joining the inSTEM Alumni Program
Resources Provided:
- Alumni Resource Sheet available on program page
- Alumni contact information and mentor matching coordination through NSTMF staff
Maintaining Engagement:
To maintain "Engaged inSTEM Alumni" status in Year 1, participate in at least one of:
- Technical talks/panels
- Lead an inSTEM session
- Attend local NSTMF/inSTEM events
- Meet with NSTMF staff
- Serve on the inSTEM Advisory Council
- Mentor current inSTEM Scholars
What National Science and Technology Medals Foundation Inc actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2024
- Grants in 2024
- 2
- Total given
- $153K
- Median grant
- $77K
- Range
- $59K–$95K
- By dollars: Texas 62%, California 38%. Top recipient cities: Arlington, TX; Hayward, CA.
Example grants
University of Texas · Arlington, TX
Instem program exp
$95K
California State East Bay · Hayward, CA
Instem program exp
$59K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- STEM education
- Mentoring
- Professional development
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