Headwaters Science Institute is a science education nonprofit dedicated to fostering curiosity through science. For students of all ages, Headwaters expands horizons, introducing students to research concepts and providing hands-on opportunities to ask and answer questions.
From weeklong school programs to summer camps and from after school extracurriculars to overnight camping opportunities, Headwaters makes science fun and accessible for students in elementary, middle, and high school. Headwaters staff and mentors have extensive training and backgrounds in both scientific fields and education, and this combination serves Headwaters well in providing the best experiences for students across their programs.
"We love to get outside and that passion for the natural world translates into the care with which we present scientific knowledge to students, bridging the gaps between their classrooms and the environment around them.”
Their Mission
"Because science is more than just memorization, students in Headwaters programs gain more confidence in science, grow critical thinking skills, apply logic, assess problems, analyze data, and ultimately learn and experience things they don't always get a chance to in a regular class. We aim to create informed citizens who blossom when faced with opportunities to positively impact society through engagement, curiosity, and applications of the scientific method."
How Your Contributions Help
Headwaters Science Institute is working tirelessly towards their goal of extending their tremendously successful and engaging hands-on science programs in the Truckee Schools to North Lake Tahoe, both at the middle school and high school levels. We appreciated not only the quality and positive influence of their programs, but also the pursuit of equity across our community by offering the program to all area students. We are confident that with their ongoing efforts and the support of our community, these programs could be sustainably established as an ongoing resource in our schools in the future.
How To Donate
On February 7th, 2024, the Headwaters Science Institute takes center stage as the featured nonprofit at the Winter Speaker Series. 100% of food, beverage, and giveaway ticket proceeds support their mission! The easiest way to support Headwaters from afar is to buy online giveaway tickets and join the livestream!
If you are looking to supercharge your contribution, please consider joining the Donor Party. The Donor Party, established in 2017, is the philanthropic arm of the Alpenglow Sports Winter Speaker Series. This year, the Donor Party will raise nearly $500,000 thanks to the generosity of over 75 community-minded individuals make per-show pledges between $500 to $50,000.
This is done anonymously and without fanfare for the holistic benefit of the North Lake Tahoe and Truckee communities. Please reach out to us at info@alpenglowsports.com if you are interested in joining the Donor Party.
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