The Austin Science Education Foundation (ASEF) will promote students' knowledge of and involvement in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math by enabling participation in the Austin Energy Regional Science Festival, and supporting students selected to advance to the Texas Science and Engineering Fair and the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair. ASEF raises funds for the Austin Energy Regional Science Festival; recruits, trains and assigns over 550 judges & 200 volunteers, manages a mentor network; builds community partnerships and assists with the overall management of the fair.