Empowering Youth to Dream, Build, and Innovate through STEM.
At Sapphire Rise, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we ignite curiosity and confidence in every child—no matter their zip code or background. Through hands-on STEM labs, aviation experiences, and real-world tech challenges, we empower the next generation of thinkers, builders, and innovators to lead our future. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or community champion, your involvement helps turn potential into possibility and ensures that every child has the opportunity to rise.
Real Impact. Real Students. Real Change.
Since 2023, We're
Expanding Access:
3600+
Students,Young Adults and Parents Served
Building Community:
33+
Participant in Community Outreach Events
Creating Innovators:
9
Signature STEM Programs Developed
Real Impact. Real Students. Real Change.
Sapphire Rise thrives because of passionate people like you — parents, educators, professionals, and community partners who believe every child deserves access to innovation and opportunity. Whether you mentor a student, sponsor a program, or host a community event, your involvement helps us create a generation of confident, capable innovators.
Explore What We Offer
From Classrooms to Career Paths — STEM That Inspires Every Learner.
The RISE STEM Academy offers hybrid courses designed to ignite creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in students from elementary through high school. From coding and Artificial Intelligence, Biotech Wellness and more, learners explore the technologies shaping tomorrow’s world—today.
Workforce Readiness & Career Pathways
Through our Tech and You and Beyond 12 initiatives, students aged 14 to 24 gain practical insights into engineering, technology, and other STEM careers. These programs offer resume-building certifications and mentorship opportunities with industry professionals. By participating, young people develop the confidence, skills, and networks necessary to succeed in the workforce.
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Get Involved — “Be Part of the Rise”
Every action helps a child rise higher.
Sapphire Rise thrives because of passionate people like you — parents, educators, professionals, and community partners who believe every child deserves access to innovation and opportunity. Whether you mentor a student, sponsor a program, or host a community event, your involvement helps us create a generation of confident, capable innovators.
Become A Volunteer
Inspire young minds as a club mentor, workshop helper, or event ambassador. No tech background needed — just enthusiasm and heart!
Support the Mission
Donations fuel our labs, scholarships, and outreach programs — ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has a chance to rise.
Voices From Our Students
Elijah W.
“Before Tech and You, I wasn’t sure if I wanted a STEM career. Now, I’m inspired to keep learning coding and design.”
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Innovation in Action.
“The greatest challenge I faced in becoming a neurosurgeon was believing it was possible.”
— Dr. Alexa Irene Canady
Alexa Irene Canady, MD, became America’s first Black female neurosurgeon in 1981. She was also the first woman and the first Black person to be a surgical intern at Yale-New Haven Hospital.
