Cascade STEAM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Bellingham, WA dedicated to develop and promote STEAM Education, Career Connected Learning, Digital Literacy, and Digital Equity for all people of all ages.
STEAM is an acronym for the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. STEAM education is a powerful framework to promote curiosity and creativity, encourage a shared learning experience, and build tools to solve important life challenges. We advocate through development and promotion of events, activities, and programs, and invite collaboration with community partners in shared purpose.
Legal
Contact
Cascade STEAM
104 W Magnolia St #2551, Bellingham, WA 98225
info@cascadesteam.org
Status
- Washington State Nonprofit Corporation, UBI# 605 334 640
- USA 501(c)(3) Nonprofit, FEIN# 93-3592339
Documents
- [Articles of Incorporation](/docs/Cascade STEAM Articles of Incorporation 2023-09-15.pdf)
- [Bylaws](/docs/Cascade STEAM Bylaws 2023-09-11.pdf)
- Determination Letter
Social
Mission
Develop and promote STEAM Education, Career Connected Learning, Digital Literacy, and Digital Equity for all people of all ages.
Community Function
In alignment with organization mission we will facilitate engagement with the community to:
- Support infrastructure organizations such as libraries, schools, education service districts, and STEM/STEAM Networks.
- Provide direct value to the community through community building, community engagement, community service, and public interest programs.
- Cultivate a community action platform that promotes participation, engagement, and communication.
- Advocate through development and promotion of events, activities, and programs.
- Collaborate with partners in shared purpose.
Structure
Composition
The organization is comprised of a Board of Directors and Board Committees, with individuals representing (1) the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, (2) education, industry, local government, and nonprofit sectors, and (3) community interests. Please refer to our Leadership and Partners for current collaborators.
Terms
Board and Committee Members are welcomed via invitation from the Board President upon approval by the Board of Directors. Board and Committee Members serve in a volunteer capacity indefinitely, until either resignation or dismissal. All official Board activity will be delivered in writing by the Board President, including invitation, acceptance, resignation, and dismissal.
Committees
Committees assist in creation and management of core organization tasks. Committees are designed to be led by a board member and be composed of board members, committee members, and community members. Objectives are determined by agreement between the Board of Directors and each respective committee.
Committees include:
- Advisory: Represent and reflect community interests, and advocate for the organization in the community.
- Engagement: Strategize and execute communications, marketing, and outreach.
- Executive: Strategize and manage alignment of priorities.
- Finance: Strategize financial support, management, and related filings.
- Programs: Strategize and manage organization activities, including programs and events.