STEMPact students working on a robotics project
Teen-Led Initiative · Uplift Hands Global Foundation

STEMPact — STEM & Leadership

STEMpact is a teen-led initiative under Uplift Hands, empowering underserved youth through hands-on STEM exploration. Through programs like Girls in STEM (gSTEM), our Science Club, and Leadership Academy, teens build confidence, develop essential skills, and cultivate a passion to lead and shape the future.

120+

Students Reached

34

Kits Distributed

18

Workshops Held

12

Youth Leaders

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Our Mission

Empowering students to lead

Empower students to become community leaders by providing hands-on volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and education outreach programs that support middle schoolers and underserved youth.

Mentor working with a student

Our Programs

Student-led, mentor-supported

Four initiatives designed to build STEM skills, civic responsibility, and leadership from the ground up.

Girls in STEM (gSTEM)

Mentorship and hands-on workshops connecting young women with STEM role models and real-world experiments.

STEM Outreach

Science Club

An after-school exploration club where students design experiments, build and launch rockets, and compete in TARC (The American Rocketry Challenge).

After-School

Leadership Academy

Students plan projects, run events, and build real experience in project management and public speaking.

Leadership

Community Outreach

Tutoring, donation drives, neighborhood cleanups, and volunteer support organized for local partners.

Volunteer-Led

Programs are designed to be low-cost, high-impact, and adaptable to the needs of partner schools and community centers.

Our Goals

What we're working toward

  • Develop leadership skills and civic responsibility in high school students.
  • Provide accessible educational experiences for middle schoolers and underserved youth.
  • Create sustainable, student-driven projects with measurable community impact.
Students collaborating on a project
Mentor coaching a group of students

How We Operate

Student-led, adult-supported

Our STEMPact program is student-led and supported by an adult advisor from Uplift Hands. Students lead planning, outreach, and program execution while the advisor provides oversight, safety guidance, and access to nonprofit resources (insurance, fiscal sponsorship, and partner networks).

Leadership Team

The students behind STEMPact

P

President

Leads the STEMpact team, oversees all programs, and represents the organization at events. Works with mentors from Uplift Hands to set goals and guide the team's vision. Develops: Leadership, strategic thinking, and organizational skills.

VP

Vice President

Supports the President, manages internal communication, and steps in to lead when the President is unavailable. Helps coordinate between program leads and ensures projects stay on track. Develops: Collaboration, adaptability, and problem-solving skills.

OC

Outreach & Communications Director

Open Role

Manages publicity, social media, and community partnerships. Promotes programs like gSTEM and Community Outreach to schools and youth organizations. Develops: Marketing, storytelling, and community engagement skills.

PD

Program Development Director

Open Role

Designs and oversees STEM workshops, challenges, and events. Works with mentors and volunteers to ensure sessions are educational and fun. Develops: Creativity, instructional design, and leadership.

Get In Touch

Contact & Next Steps

Want to propose a partnership, request a workshop, or ask a question?

Email: contact@uplifthandsglobal.org