Help us bring the wonders of STEM to more people across Scotland
Since 1989, the Edinburgh Science Foundation has inspired people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the wonders of science and technology. Through the Edinburgh Science Festival, our school projects Generation Science and Careers Hive and through our community outreach projects, we have worked to break down barriers to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Each year we reach approximately 200,000 people, with the majority enjoying our immersive, hands-on science experiences free of charge. Our activities are designed to build science capital – the sum total of all science-related knowledge, attitudes and experiences an individual builds up through their lives – helping them contribute to a science literate society and support changes that leads to a better world.
With financial support from your trust or foundation we can further increase the reach of our work, breaking down financial and physical barriers marginalised communities face when trying to engage with STEM.
Empower the next generation through STEM education
Can your charitable trust or foundation help us to expand our impact, helping young people across Scotland unlock the full potential through the transformative power of STEM?
Contact Hannah Schlesinger, Director of Development, to find out how to support our projects.
Case Study: Boshier-Hinton Foundation
The Boshier-Hinton Foundation generously funded our accessibility improvements for the 2024 Edinburgh Science Festival, ensuring that every visitor enjoyed a welcoming and inclusive experience.
Thanks to their support we could programme four BSL interpreted events, three relaxed sessions and provide sensory backpacks for those who needed it.
This funding also allowed us to introduce a Quiet Space room to our pop-up science centre at City Art Centre for the first time – a special space where our neurodivergent visitors could take a break from the action.
“He felt heard and that people understood him. He also said he felt welcome even though he is different, we avoid events often as it’s something not every event understands how to do. For a child who struggles to go to school you have made education and science fun.”
Parent of child with autism, ADHD and OCD who attended City Art Centre
Testimonial: HCI Skills Gateway
By funding some of the Edinburgh Science’s dedicated work with primary schools in the city region’s most deprived communities, HCI Skills Gateway is supporting young people to open doors to future highly-skilled, highly-paid roles to construct and retrofit our homes.
Kirsty Connell-Skinner, Programme Manager, HCI Skills Gateway
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Edinburgh Science creates real change
Each year we deliver immersive, hands-on science experiences across Scotland that build science capital and break down barriers to STEM – read more about our impact here.
