HOST AN EVENT FOR GIRLS IN STEM
Apply for the Girls Science Club Grant
Applications due by January 6th, 2025.
Our "Girls Science Club" grant aims to inspire young women and girls by intertwining the fascinating world of scientific discovery with the engaging power of films. This grant seeks to fund organizations committed to organizing screenings of MacGillivray Freeman Films’ documentary Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels for the girls in their programs, followed by a scientist's interactive talk.
These events highlight female role models in various scientific fields, demonstrating the exciting opportunities and real-world applications of scientific research. We aim to stimulate curiosity, foster a love of science, and encourage more girls to pursue STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) careers. The Superhuman Body team has designed this event to reach girls of all backgrounds, especially including African American and Hispanic youth because they are underrepresented in the medical fields.
Are you interested in learning more? If you're not already talking with our team, email nyas@nyas.org for more information.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this grant, applicants must:
Be a registered non-profit organization, educational institution or youth serving group in Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx, or Staten Island.
Ensure that the event is free of charge for all participants to maximize accessibility, and be able to provide the program - screening and talk back - to 50 girls.
Have a proven track record of organizing educational and outreach programs that serve girls and young women up through Grade 12.
Provide a plan for the event, including the time frame for the screening, the scientist involved in the talk, and the intended audience.
Commit to hosting a film screening and a talk session specifically designed for students, particularly targeting female students in middle school or high school.
Agree to measure and report on the impact of the event, such as audience reach and post-event feedback in the form of a short survey that will be provided.
Submit Your Application
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of organizations are eligible?
Eligible organizations include schools, community based organizations, non-profit organizations, sports clubs, school- affiliated clubs, teams or troops such as robotics, soccer, scouting groups, and cultural organizations.
What is a youth serving organization?
An organization, school, school supported program that engages primarily youth in grades 3 thru 12 in STEM, education, or related enrichment programs.
Are organizations that serve students from across NYC eligible? Are organizations in Queens eligible?
Yes, organizations that serve students from across NYC are eligible. Organizations that serve primarily students from Queens are not, but will have the opportunity to view the film at the New York Hall of Science.
Is there an age group that this film is targeted at?
The film is targeted at students in 3rd through 12th grade.
Are students of all gender identities allowed to attend as long as the grant serves the required number of girls?
This program is intended to serve anyone who identifies as female regardless of assignment at birth. The program also welcomes people who identify as non-binary or gender nonconforming and want to be in a female-identified environment.
What can grant funds be used towards?
Grant funds may only be used to fund the following free program:
• Provide screening (or screenings) of the film Super Human Bodies Superhuman Body that serve a minimum of 50 girls
• A Q&A with a scientist
• Marketing and outreach materials for the screenings
• Event space and support for the screening
• Staff time to organize and host the screenings
• Conduct evaluation activities in the form of a simple survey provided by the grantor
Funds may not be used for:
• To seed a larger screening where money is charged for tickets
• Evaluation activities not required by the grant
Can we use the funds to buy snacks?
Yes, a small portion (under 10%) of the grant funds could be used to provide refreshments for the event.
Is the organization allowed to charge money for the screening?
No, the screening must be free to all who attend.
Are organizations allowed to use funds from other sources to support the activities of this grant?
Yes, other funding sources may be used to supplement and enhance the event. For example, educational activities have been designed for the subject matter for Grades 3-12 and are available free to use. Grant funds or non-grant funds could be used for materials to support those activities. See superhumanbodyfilm.com/for-educators.
Are parents allowed to attend?
Yes. People beyond the core audience of girls can attend the event.
Can we use the funding to organize a screening that we then charge money for others to attend?
No.
Do we have to be a STEM or science organization?
No. All organizations must provide a short description of how the screening program helps meet the mission of the organization.
Are organizations allowed to submit more than one grant?
Yes, but each grant must serve a different population and cannot be combined.
Can you help us find a scientist? Can you help us train scientists?
The Academy will likely be able to recommend scientists who may be able to help. The Academy will not provide training but will try and provide guidance to awardees. Preference will be given to applications that meet all of the programmatic elements.
Can we offer multiple screenings to meet the required number of students?
Yes.
If we don’t have a screening facility, can we join another screening?
Yes, but please be sure that the budget and questions reflect this alternate screening configuration.
What is the format for the movie?
The movie can be made available through a Screening link, DVD, or DCP.
What is the maximum overhead that we can charge?
15%.
This program is brought to you by The New York Academy of Sciences in partnership with the MacGillivray Freeman Films Educational Foundation, and made possible by the generous support of Kenneth C. Griffin and Griffin Catalyst.
For any questions, email mgroome@nyas.org.
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