Spread the Word About The Global E-STEM Awards

We appreciate your help in sharing information about applying for the Global E-STEM Awards on your social media channels, newsletters, and emails! In general, messaging should focus on the following: 

  • Calling for entries by July 2 and directing people to the application page: naaee.org/e-stem-awards
  • Highlighting elements of the contest, such as the funding amounts (up to $50K for the E-STEM Excellence Prize, up to $15K for the E-STEM Innovation Grant, up to $10K for the Next-Generation Transportation Grant) available to nonprofits around the world as they promote meaningful learning experiences that increase STEM skills through environmental problem solving (the “E” in E-STEM).
  • Registering for the 2025 Global E-STEM Awards Applicant Webinar on June 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time (find your time zone).

Branding

  • The program is called the "2025 Global E-STEM Awards”
  • Direct people to naaee.org/e-stem-awards to learn more and apply
  • If you are posting on social media, use #ESTEM #EnviroEd and tag @TheNAAEE
  • Questions about the program can be directed to estem@naaee.org

Social Media

Bluesky: 

  • Does your nonprofit contribute to environmental solutions by empowering students ages 11–22 with STEM? The Global E-STEM Awards recognize established programs and new initiative proposals with awards up to $50,000 USD. Learn more: naaee.org/e-stem-awards #ESTEM
  • The Global E-STEM Awards recognize nonprofits engaged in E-STEM education and awards up to $50K in funding. Applications are open through July 2, 2025. Learn more: naaee.org/e-stem-awards #ESTEM #EnviroEd

Facebook and LinkedIn: 

  • Does your nonprofit contribute to environmental solutions by empowering students ages 11–22 with E-STEM? You may be eligible for the Global E-STEM Awards, which recognize established programs and proposals for new initiatives through awards up to $50,000 USD. Learn more: naaee.org/e-stem-awards #ESTEM #EnviroEd
  • The Global E-STEM Awards seek to recognize nonprofits engaged in E-STEM education with up to $50K in funding. Interested but unsure how to begin? Attend the live webinar hosted by @North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) on June 3 to ask questions and get inspiration for your application. Learn more about the awards and register to attend naaee.org/e-stem-awards #ESTEM #EnviroEd

Instagram:

Note: We recommend including naaee.org/e-stem-awards in your bio on your Instagram profile so that you can direct your followers there to easily click through to the application site.

  • Does your nonprofit contribute to environmental solutions by empowering students ages 11–22 with E-STEM? You may be eligible for the Global E-STEM Awards, which recognize established programs and proposals for new initiatives through awards up to $50,000 USD. Apply by July 2 at naaee.org/e-stem-awards. (or) Learn more and apply at the link in my bio! #ESTEM #EnviroEd
  • The Global E-STEM Awards seek to recognize nonprofits engaged in E-STEM education with up to $50K in funding. Interested but unsure how to begin? Attend the live webinar hosted by @thenaaee on June 3 to ask questions and get inspiration for your application. Learn more about the awards and register to attend: naaee.org/e-stem-awards #ESTEM #EnviroEd

Newsletter Text

E-STEM is a great way for young people to build the problem-solving skills needed to address today’s environmental challenges. The Global E-STEM Awards seek to recognize nonprofits around the world that are building skills and capacity for students ages 11–22 to use science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to address environmental challenges. Applications are open now through July 2, 2025. Learn more: naaee.org/e-stem-awards

Email

Dear [Name],

As we move towards the second half of an exciting and eventful year, I wanted to invite you to enter (or help us share!) the Global E-STEM Awards competition for nonprofits engaged in E-STEM education for students ages 11–22. The Global E-STEM Awards recognize creative STEM ideas and programs that address today’s environmental challenges, including conservation stewardship and solutions, energy efficiency, or next-generation transportation. By entering, you’ll be considered to win up to $50,000 for established programs or up to $15,000 in grants for new or enhanced programs! The Request for Proposals, application, and more information can be found at the link below:

[Start my application]

Submit your application by July 2, 2025

Join the North American Association for Environmental Education for a live webinar on June 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time to ask questions and get inspiration for your application. Visit the program homepage (linked above) to register.

Please write estem@naaee.org with any questions.

Sincerely,

[Your name]