"Empower the Next Generation of Innovators: Support STEM Education Today!"
Are you looking to make a difference in the world of STEM education? Join Sapphire Rise, the nonprofit organization that provides top-notch education to the next generation of scientists and engineers. With your help, we can make a difference in the lives of young learners, providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the ever-changing world of technology. From virtual reality to robotics to coding, we offer a variety of programs with a focus on sustainability, eco-manufacturing, and global citizenship that will inspire and engage students of all ages. Join us in our mission to create a brighter future for all. Donate today to support Sapphire Rise!
OUR MISSION
Expose and expand the STEM educational opportunities available to the community surrounding the Baltimore/DC Metro Area through interactive in-person activities to intrigue exploration and build the pipeline of the next STEM enthusiast.
“The greatest challenge I faced in becoming a neurosurgeon was believing it was possible.”
— Dr. Alexa Irene Canady
Alexa Irene Canady, MD, became America’s first Black female neurosurgeon in 1981. She was also the first woman and the first Black person to be a surgical intern at Yale-New Haven Hospital.