Techbridge Girls (TBG) is launching a new initiative aimed at women who know firsthand what it takes to succeed in STEM and are ready to make that path more accessible for the next generation.
The organization’s new Sustainer Program invites women working in science, technology, engineering, and math to become monthly donors, helping fund consistent, high quality STEM opportunities for girls across the country.
“This is about women in STEM investing in the future of their field,” said Savita Raj, Chief Executive Officer, TBG. “So many women remember what it felt like to be the only one in the room. TBG Sustainers help make the future look and feel different for a new generation.”
From Experience to Action
Women in STEM have long navigated barriers ranging from lack of representation to limited access and encouragement. For many, success came not just from talent, but from persistence.
The Sustainer Program turns that experience into action. Through monthly giving, supporters help ensure girls have ongoing access to STEM learning, mentorship, and pathways into fields like AI, engineering, and data science. And perhaps most importantly, Techbridge Girls programs provide a feeling of belonging, countering norms and societal pressures about who can participate in these lucrative job pathways.
“As a scientist, being a sustainer is something very dear to my heart and it is very important to me to make sure we are continuing to support programs that help us move to a more diverse and equitable space,” said Emily, a Techbridge Girls sustainer.
Why Monthly Giving Matters
Unlike one time donations, monthly giving provides stability that allows programs to grow and reach more students over time.
For Techbridge Girls, that means expanding access to:
- Hands on STEM learning experiences, including materials at no cost to teachers or girls,
- High quality training, coaching, and guidance for educators
- Programs grounded in research and culturally-responsive practices designed for girls historically excluded from STEM
And our programs demonstrate that the confidence we inspire is contagious. To date, the organization has reached more than 173,000 youth and 27,000 educators nationwide.
A Movement Within the STEM Community
The Sustainer Program is designed to resonate specifically with women already working in STEM fields, offering a way to stay connected to the broader purpose of their work – to pave the way for greater access for all.
TBG’s Sustainers program also gaining traction within companies looking to support employee driven giving and strengthen their commitment to building more inclusive talent pipelines.
“When women in STEM support the next generation, it creates a ripple effect,” said Raj. “It is not just about one girl. It is about changing who shows up in the field over time.”
How to Join
Women in STEM and their allies can become monthly sustainers by signing up at www.techbridgegirls.org/get-involved/sustainers. Not in STEM? You can still support the mission by becoming a monthly sustainer.
Media Contact:
Jennifer Stancil, Chief Development Officer
jstancil@techbridgegirls.org
