StudentGlobalMakersInitiatives
Changing the world through STEM education. This initiative leverages and develops the expertise of our volunteer base to support underserved communities.
We offer meaningful contributions and resources that promote equal access to STEM education.
3+
Countries Reached
Active partnerships in Kenya, India & beyond
150+
STEM Kits Donated
3D-printed educational toys donated
1,000+
Students Impacted
Young learners gaining STEM skills
100%
Free of Charge
Every resource provided at no cost
Our Global Partnerships
We don't do one-off trips. We build lasting relationships with schools and organizations, returning year after year with curriculum, donated equipment, and hands-on training that promote equal access to STEM education.
3+
Countries Reached
150+
STEM Kits Donated
1,000+
Students Impacted
100%
Free of Charge
150+
Kits Donated
Partnership 01
2022 - Present
Kenya Relief Academy
Student Makers Dilan Mehta, Rohan Nagale, Atharva Naik, and Anthony Tan led the campaign to design, 3D-print, assemble, and donate 150 toy airplane kits to Kenya Relief Academy, an orphanage and school in Migori, Kenya, and have continued building a lasting relationship with the academy since.
100+
Students Reached
Partnership 02
2023 - Present
Rural India Outreach
Rohan Nagale shared 3D printing knowledge with students at Dr. R. V. Shah English Medium School in rural India via Google Meet, connecting Student Makers instructors with students across borders.
Handcrafted with Care
Every airplane kit is designed by our student volunteers using professional CAD software, then 3D-printed and assembled by hand.
Youth Technology Corps (YTC)
We're proud to partner with Youth Technology Corps to extend hands-on STEM and robotics education to students around the world through peer-to-peer learning.
1998
Founded in Chicago
Global
Programs across countries
Youth Technology Corps was founded in 1998 in a Hispanic community on the west side of Chicago, with the mission of teaching students about technology by refurbishing and donating computers. What started as a small local initiative quickly grew into a powerful community-driven project that connected students with technology, helping bridge the digital divide in underserved areas.
As YTC's reach expanded, so did its impact. The organization created educational programs in technology and robotics, first in Durango, Mexico, and later across multiple countries. Through innovative use of video conferencing, YTC fostered peer-to-peer learning, connecting students from different parts of the world and providing them with access to high-quality STEM education, building a network of young leaders committed to solving local and global challenges.
How Global Initiatives Works
Our systematic approach ensures every partnership creates meaningful, lasting change.
Curriculum Development
We create culturally relevant, hands-on STEM curricula that can be delivered remotely or in-person.
Resource Donation
We design, 3D-print, and ship educational materials and equipment to partner schools.
Virtual Training
Our student volunteers conduct live training sessions with local teachers and students.
Ongoing Support
We maintain long-term partnerships to ensure sustainable impact and continued growth.
“Every child deserves access to quality STEM education, regardless of where they were born. Global Initiatives is our commitment to making that vision a reality.”
— Dilan Mehta, Global Initiatives Founder
Support Our Global Work
Your donation helps us expand Global Initiatives to more schools around the world. Every dollar goes directly to educational materials and equipment.