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Fueling Innovation through STEM, Startups, and Initiatives

Welcome to the Griffiss Institute Fund Page!

Together, we can drive innovation and strengthen our community. Your contributions help us support educational programs, entrepreneurial initiatives, and technology advancements that transform lives and empower the next generation of leaders.

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Make an impact. Empower the next generation of innovators! Your gift brings STEM camps to life, fuels startup growth, and helps build a thriving community for entrepreneurs and emerging leaders. Support these initiatives with a one-time or recurring contribution, and shape a future rich with innovation and opportunity.
Empower Griffiss Institute with the flexibility to meet urgent demands and seize transformative opportunities. Your unrestricted gift fuels innovation, supports emerging STEM programs, and ensures we can invest where impact is greatest. Join us in driving meaningful change today.
Drive innovation and impact! Sponsor events like golf tournaments, inventor recognition ceremonies, and HUSTLE Pitch Days to elevate your brand while supporting STEM and entrepreneurship. Your sponsorship empowers startups, students, and industry partners. Join us in making lasting change.
Gain unparalleled visibility by securing naming rights to one of our premier rooms. Your business name will be prominently displayed, reaching thousands of guests year-round and aligning your brand with innovation. Position your brand at the forefront of our community. Contact us today to explore this unique opportunity!

Make an Impact

Ways to Give

DONATE NOW

Your gift powers STEM camps, supports startups, and builds a thriving community for future innovators. Contribute today to shape a future rich with opportunity.
Seize New Opportunities

Support to Give

DONATE NOW

Your unrestricted gift fuels innovation, supports STEM programs, and drives impactful change. Join us today.
Drive Innovation

Event Sponsor

DONATE NOW

Sponsor events like golf tournaments, inventor recognition, and HUSTLE Pitch Days to elevate your brand and support STEM and entrepreneurship—empowering startups, students, and industry partners for lasting change.
Elevate Your Brand

Room Naming Rights

CONTACT US

Secure naming rights to one of our premier rooms for unmatched visibility, showcasing your business to thousands of guests year-round and aligning your brand with innovation. Contact us today to seize this unique opportunity!

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For inquiries or to learn more about how you can get involved, please contact Melissa Tallman at mtallman@griffissinstitute.org.

Upcoming Philanthropy Events

Event	Date	Details
Strokes of Genius Charity Golf Tournament	May 18, 2025	TBA
The Innovare Impact Inventor Recognition	June 26, 2025	TBA
HUSTLE Pitch Days 2025	April - July - September, 2025	TBA

Our Impact

STEM Student

Meet Payson Bolinski

Originally set on pursuing a career in the medical field, Payson’s journey took a new course after attending our STEM camps. Now, with a newfound passion and drive, she’s excited to soar into the world of aerospace engineering.

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Program Analyst

Meet Madison Venables

As a former educator, Madison thrives on collecting and analyzing data from students in our STEM camps nationwide. From Sphero driving bots to robot dogs, she tracks the stories behind the tech and the students who bring them to life!

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Challenge Competition Winner

Meet Declan Reed

Declan is a passionate junior at Christian Brothers Academy who excels in STEM. Alongside his AP Physics classes, he participates in cross country, track, and plays the clarinet. Declan loves the excitement of solving problems and exploring new ideas in STEM.

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CEO of Paterson Aerospace

Meet Kaylon Paterson

Kaylon Paterson is the founder and CEO of Paterson Aerospace Systems and one of our talented entrepreneurs at Innovare Studios. He also participated in our HUSTLE program and has big aspirations for how to build his business!

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STEM Intern

Meet Dominic Marrero

Dominic is a freshman at West Virginia University with dreams as big as the stars! After his first STEM challenge competition, Dominic’s passion for science and space soared. He was inspired to get more involved with the scientists and engineers right here in the Griffiss Institute ecosystem.

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CEO of EMPEQ

Meet Herb Dwyer

In 2023, EMPEQ, a tech startup had the incredible opportunity to participate in the HUSTLE defense accelerator at Griffiss Institute, and it gave them the support and community they needed to thrive. Thanks to HUSTLE, they secured a major contract with the Air Force and have continued to grow ever since.

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STEM Mentor

Meet Michael Baker

Because of the Griffiss Institute, Michael Baker discovered the collaborative opportunities he needed to connect, learn, and grow alongside other passionate students. Here, he found his purpose, fueling his passion for robotics and coding.

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