Help Launch STEM Space: A Local STEM Learning Center for Kids
We’re building a community-powered STEM center in Pasadena, Maryland — and we need your help to open our doors!
Hi, I’m Ryan Rich, founder of STEM Space, a new nonprofit with one mission: to make hands-on science, technology, and engineering education available to every student, no matter their income, school, or background.
This summer, we’re running our very first camps with robotics and real-world tech projects. But to truly grow, we need to take the next big step:
Create a permanent makerspace and classroom — right here in our community.
What We’re Raising For
We’re seeking $2,200 to help make STEM Space a reality.
Your donation will go directly toward:
Student Laptops (top priority!) – So every kid can code, design, and build
STEM Equipment – Robotics kits, tools, and 3D printers
Classroom Supplies – Tables, chairs, signage, and whiteboards
Camp Scholarships – For local kids who can’t afford to attend
⏰ We're hoping to raise these funds before the start of the school year in August to get the best deals on laptops/technology for our future programs.
Why This Matters
Kids in Pasadena, Glen Burnie, Severna Park, and Brooklyn Park have big ideas — but little access to hands-on STEM tools outside of school. Our region has far fewer classroom and afterschool STEM programs than other parts of Maryland.
We’re creating a space where:
A 10-year-old codes their first robot
A middle schooler learns to 3D model
A teen finds a crew of fellow inventors
This isn’t just a classroom — it’s a launchpad for creativity, exploration, and community.
How You Can Help
Donate any amount — even $10 helps
Sponsor a Chromebook or laptop — $250
Share this with friends, family, and local businesses
Leave a note of encouragement — we’ll share stories and updates this summer!
Why Give to STEM Space?
We’re a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit
Every dollar supports student learning
Our team includes award-winning educators, college students, high school mentors, and professional engineers
We’re grassroots, local, and laser-focused on access and impact
Together, We Can Build Something Big
This is just the beginning. With your help, we’ll open Pasadena’s first community STEM hub — a place where every kid can imagine, explore, and invent.
Goal: Open our permanent location by November 2025
Donate now on GoFundMe
Thank you for helping us bring STEM Space to life.
With gratitude,
Ryan Rich
Founder, STEM Space
thestemspace.org
Organizer
Ryan Rich
Organizer
Pasadena, MD