Four ways to grow a student-led project.

Designed for

Middle & high school students

Planned focus

Project planning & collaboration

Availability

In development · Not open

Our planned flagship program is designed to help students identify community challenges, develop solutions, and launch projects that create public benefit.

Students are encouraged to listen to the people their project could serve, decide what a useful first version would look like, and learn from feedback. The aim is to build confidence in making decisions, working with others, and improving an idea over time.

Students would practice

• Community needs assessment
• Research and problem analysis
• Project design
• Team collaboration
• Implementation planning
• Impact measurement

Focus areas include sustainability, educational opportunity, digital inclusion, AI literacy, community well-being, and civic engagement.

Designed for

Middle & high school students

Planned focus

Practical skills & shared learning

Availability

In development · Not open

Planned educational experiences would introduce students to community issues, leadership development, and social impact topics.

Workshops connect an interest with something students can try for themselves. A shared activity can introduce a new skill, open a conversation about a local need, or help a student find people who want to keep exploring the same question.

Formats may include

• Speaker series
• Hands-on workshops
• Panel discussions
• Community engagement events

Event dates and registration details will be published as programming is confirmed.

Designed for

Middle & high school students

Planned funding

$200–$1,000 per student-led initiative

Availability

In development · Not open

Each eligible student-led initiative may receive $200–$1,000 for an educational or public-benefit project. The limit applies to the initiative, not to each team member.

A small budget can make room for a meaningful experiment. Students would explain what they need, why it matters, and how they will learn from using it. Funding is intended to support thoughtful progress and community benefit while students lead the project.

Evaluation criteria

• Community impact
• Feasibility
• Educational value
• Mission alignment
• Leadership potential

Planned eligibility

Middle and high school students. Final eligibility details will be published before the grant program opens.

Participation requirements

• Project application
• Progress updates
• Final impact report

The program is in development. Applications are not yet open; final terms and eligibility will be published before launch.

Designed for

Middle & high school students

Planned focus

Guided inquiry

Availability

In development · Not open

We are exploring future research experiences with universities and researchers.

The emphasis is on learning how to investigate: ask a focused question, choose an appropriate method, consider evidence, and communicate what remains uncertain. Research guidance should help students develop their own understanding and connect curiosity with questions that matter to a community.

Opportunities may include

• Research mentorship
• Research assistant experiences
• Project-based inquiry
• Research presentations

Partnerships and participant safeguards will be confirmed before opportunities are offered.