Funding Amount

$150,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Telecom Trailblazers Initiative

Overview: A Women's Wireless Leadership Forum (WWLF) initiative supported by the WIA Foundation to encourage STEM learning, teach young women about digital infrastructure, and inspire them to pursue careers in telecommunications.

Status: Active program established in 2024; WIA Foundation announced $150,000 in funding expansion during the 2026 Wireless Women's Leadership Luncheon.

Geographic Scope: National

Focus Areas:

  • STEM education for young women

  • Digital infrastructure awareness

  • Telecommunications career pathway development

  • Workforce development for the wireless industry
  • Target Audience: Young women interested in STEM and telecommunications careers

    Program Activities:

  • Educational events and outreach

  • Hands-on experiences in the wireless industry

  • Career pathway education

  • Expected expansion in 2026 with increased events and outreach
  • About the WIA Foundation: The WIA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to advancing the wireless industry by encouraging and promoting education, research, and training programs. The foundation supports charitable organizations whose missions align with wireless infrastructure industry needs and efforts to raise awareness about careers in wireless and broadband industries.

    Contact Information:

  • WIA Foundation

  • 2111 Wilson Blvd., Suite 210

  • Arlington, VA 22201

  • Phone: 703.739.0300

  • Website: foundation.wia.org
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    stem-educationwomenyouth-programsworkforce-development

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