Join the Fight for Inclusive STEM Education!
Support SPICE Scholarships During Ducks Give 2025
In today's complex and evolving world, fostering diversity and inclusion within STEM fields is more critical than ever. The Science Program to Inspire Creativity and Excellence (SPICE) at the University of Oregon is dedicated to this mission by engaging middle school girls, as well as trans and non-binary youth, in the wonders of science through immersive, hands-on experiences.
SPICE offers cohort-based summer camps designed to ignite curiosity and build confidence in young scientists. These programs not only cultivate a passion for discovery but also empower participants to envision themselves as future leaders in science and technology. By creating an environment where all students feel valued and included, SPICE actively works to bridge the diversity gap in STEM fields.
However, financial barriers can prevent many talented and eager students from accessing these transformative opportunities. To ensure that every child, regardless of their economic background, can participate, SPICE provides scholarships to campers in need. These scholarships are made possible through the generosity of donors who believe in the power of education and the importance of equity.
As part of the 2025 Ducks Give event, we invite you to support the SPICE program by contributing to our scholarship fund. Your donation will directly enable a deserving student to attend our summer camp, sparking a lifelong interest in science and opening doors to future opportunities. In a time when promoting inclusivity and diversity in education is paramount, your support sends a powerful message about the value of every individual's potential
To make your gift and learn more about our initiative, please visit our Ducks Give campaign page.
Together, we can inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators, ensuring that the future of STEM is as diverse and dynamic as the world we live in.
SPICE Wish List
Sponsor a Furlough Day Event or Workshop - During school days out, SPICE provides topical workshops in cooperation with partners like the Springfield Libraries and Ophelia's Place. Workshops are free to all children, parents and teachers who wish to attend . . . $150
Sponsor a Camper - The SPICE program provides scholarships to all girls (and boys) accepted into the camp who cannot afford the application and camp fees. Your gift can support the entire cost of the two week summer camp for one child . . . . . $800
Sponsor a Mini-Camp or Workshop - During Summer and Spring Break SPICE offers multi-day workshops in topics such as BEAM Robotics and the Science of Art in cooperation with partner organizations like the Springfield Libraries and Ophelia's Place. Workshops are free to participants . . . $600
Sponsor a SPICE Camp - Sponsor one of the signature SPICE Camps - Science Discovery, Forensic Investigation, Engineering and Computer Science . . . $12,000
How to Give
If you would like to donate to SPICE you can give directly to SPICE through the UO Foundation or please contact program coordinator Jorjie Arden (jarden@uoregon.edu or (541) 346-4528) and she will assist with your gift.
Value for Your Gift
Give a child near you the gift of 10 days of no-holds-barred SCIENCE! Your contribution goes directly to the purchase of supplies and to support the SPICE instructors who develop and deliver our unique hands-on, child-centric curriculum. Supporting SPICE instructors actually yields a double benefit by providing children with access to engaging science and training the next generation of scientists and educators in best practice for sharing science with kids and the public. SPICE instructors are primarily UO undergraduate students studying in the STEM and education disciplines.