Wyoming Starbase Foundation

The Wyoming Starbase Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the Wyoming STARBASE program, which focuses on providing STEM education to underrepresented students. The foundation operates under the umbrella of the broader national DoD STARBASE initiative, sponsored by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs.

Mission

The mission of the Wyoming Starbase Foundation aligns with the national DoD STARBASE program, which aims to expose students to technological environments and positive role models on military bases. The foundation supports educational activities that foster interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) among youth, particularly those from underserved communities.

Programs

The Wyoming STARBASE program offers a 25-hour curriculum designed for fifth-grade students, focusing on hands-on activities in STEAM areas:

• Engineering: Includes the engineering design process and computer-aided design.
• Technology: Focuses on applying technology.
• Science: Covers fundamentals, properties, motion, and force.
• Mathematics: Explores relationships, measurement, geometry, and data analysis.
• Art & Design: Encourages creative design using advanced software.
• STEM Careers: Highlights job opportunities at military facilities and involves personal investigations into STEM fields.

Impact

The Wyoming STARBASE Foundation contributes to the development of a skilled workforce by enhancing STEM education among local youth. By providing innovative learning experiences, it supports long-term national prosperity and security goals.

Tax Information

The foundation is registered with the Employer Identification Number (EIN) 31-1584074. Financial reports and tax forms are publicly available through nonprofit databases.

[1] https://dodstarbase.org/wp-content/uploads/23-36723-STARBASE-ANNUAL-REPORT-2023-4-12-24-FINAL-LORES.pdf [2] https://dodstarbase.org [3] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/31-1584074 [4] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/311584074 [5] https://www.wyomilitary.wyo.gov/resources/state/youth-leadership-programs/wy-starbase-academy-2/faqs/