Support the Future of Indiana’s Students – We Need You!

Who is STARBASE:
STARBASE Indiana, Inc. is a nonprofit STEAM academy serving K – 12 students in the surrounding areas of Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, South Bend and Gary (NWI) by bringing high-quality, accessible STEAM education to schools and communities statewide. Our core program is funded by the Department of Defense, which empowers students to explore the world of STEAM. Our impact is statewide, where we service over 6,000 students a year.

What does STARBASE do:
STARBASE partners with local schools to provide their 5^th graders with a free, 25-hour immersive, hands-on learning experience in science, technology, engineering, art/design, and mathematics at the National Guard base near their school. Students take part in real-world challenges and interactive projects that build confidence, curiosity, critical thinking, and essential problem-solving skills. In addition to our core program, we also offer STEAM Outreach and Summer Camps for all grades, and school-based afterschool programming for 6^th – 12^th graders, which gives more students the chance to explore, create, and discover.

We Need You:
While DoD funding supports our core program, your generous donation allows us to do so much more—upgrade classroom technology, purchase new materials, expand our outreach, grow our summer offerings, provide more school-based afterschool programs, reach more students who may not otherwise have access to advanced STEAM activities, and help keep the program running during government shutdowns when federal funds may be temporarily unavailable. These enhancements create meaningful, lasting impact.

Invest in Indiana’s future.
Every contribution—large or small—empowers the next generation of scientists, engineers, innovators, and leaders. Partner with us on the National Day of Giving by giving generously to the leaders of the future.

Thank you for helping us inspire and equip local students, who will shape tomorrow. We appreciate your gift.

Sincerely,

STARBASE – Fort Wayne

STARBASE – Indianapolis

STARBASE – South Bend

STARBASE - Gary

Starbase Indiana Inc. Giving Tuesday 2025