Julia Lane Foundation to Commit $15,000 in Support of the Science Fair Foundation British Columbia
This funding will help provide mentorship and scholarship support to assist with making science fairs more accessible to youth in remote areas and from low-income families.
Vancouver, BC, January 15th, 2024 - The Julia Lane Foundation has generously committed $15,000 in support of the Science Fair Foundation of British Columbia’s 2024 mission to make STEM education and science fairs available to all youth across British Columbia and the Yukon. Their contribution will help execute our vision for 2024, providing a Julia Lane Science Fair Scholarship, Julia Lane Science Fair Award, a Science Fair STEM Grant, and assistance with the Science Fair Mentorship Program.
Julia Lane was an inspiring young woman with a Bachelor of Science degree in geology from the University of British Columbia and a registered Professional Geoscientist in British Columbia. She led with humility and shared her knowledge, motivating others to excel. Her absence leaves a deep void, but her legacy of kindness, energy, contagious enthusiasm, and passion lives on.
The Julia Lane Foundation was established to carry forward her mission of inspiring young professionals. It aims to support and encourage future generations to pursue advanced education in the sciences, primarily focusing on earth sciences and related programs. Grants awarded by the foundation will contribute to the educational journeys of these students.
The Science Fair Foundation British Columbia wants to extend their gratitude to the Julia Lane Foundation for their support in partnering with us to achieve our 2024 objectives. Making STEM accessible across genders, incomes, and regions has been our top priority. By joining forces, we are able to support and nurture the upcoming generation of scientists and innovators, empowering them to thrive without barriers to success.
About Science Fair Foundation BC
The Science Fair Foundation of BC is the province's largest volunteer science outreach network, supporting science and technology education by inspiring curiosity through the Science Fair program. With over 1,500 science and technology educators and professionals volunteering as mentors, judges and hosts, The Science Fair Foundation of BC’s Science Fair Program is recognized as one of the most successful in Canada.
About Julia Lane Foundation
The Julia Lane Foundation is dedicated to carrying forward the inspiring legacy of Julia Lane, a passionate young professional in the field of earth sciences. Through grants and support, the foundation aims to encourage and empower future generations to pursue advanced education in the sciences. They are aiming to make STEM accessible to all, fostering the growth of scientists and innovators without barriers.
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