Berkeley High School

Focus Area STEM education, Local Hiring Mission Berkeley’s only traditional public high school which serves an extremely diverse student body of over 3200 students, grades 9 – 12. shoshanaokeefe@berkeley.net https://bhs.berkeleyschools.net/ Volunteer Opportunities Description Ways to Engage Time Commitment Hire BHS students as (paid or unpaid) interns or part-time workers Hire local talent Ongoing Be a…

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Community Resources for Science

Focus Area STEM education Mission To empower teachers and STEM professionals serving schools in historically marginalized communities to activate TK-8 students’ curiosity about the world, foster critical thinking, and inspire children to imagine future career pathways. Our programs and services aim to transform TK- Grade 8 science teaching through sustained, responsive partnership toward greater equity…

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Berkeley Community Scholars

Focus Area Local Hiring, STEM Education Mission Berkeley Community Scholars (formerly Berkeley Community Fund) was founded in 1991 supporting a variety of projects that strengthened our community while championing the common good. In 2008 we determined we could make a greater impact by bringing a college degree within reach of Berkeley High School graduates historically…

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Berkeley Public Schools Fund

Focus Area STEM Education Mission The Berkeley Public Schools Fund champions equitable public education for students, families, and our community. Through grants, volunteers and STEM programs, we center equity for the benefit of our students and the entire community. Our partnership with Wareham Development and BUSD to close the opportunity gap in STEM education provides…

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Cal State University Institute for STEM Education

Focus Area STEM education, Local Hiring Mission The CSU Institute for STEM Education’s mission is to lead the way in preparing all students in our diverse community for cradle-to-career success in STEM disciplines, and for functioning as engaged and informed citizens. (510) 885-7654 bruce.simon@csueastbay.edu https://www.csueastbay.edu/steminstitute/ Volunteer Opportunities Description Ways to Engage Time Commitment Provide paid…

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500 Women Scientists

Focus Area Gender Equity, STEM Education Mission The mission of 500 Women Scientists is to serve society by making science open, inclusive, and accessible by fighting racism, patriarchy, and oppressive societal norms. 500womenscientists@gmail.com https://500womenscientists.org Volunteer Opportunities Description Ways to Engage Time Commitment Become a member of the Bay Area pod Join the Group Less than…

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