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[ Primary Program Areas ]
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING
AND MATH (STEM) EDUCATION
The Foundation
believes that a nation’s strength in the fields of engineering and
science enables its capacity to perform, enhances its opportunities
for innovation, and leads to a better quality of life for society as
a whole. The Directors have a particular interest in enhancing
engineering education and supporting public awareness and
appreciation of the contributions made by engineering and science to
society’s welfare.
To meet these
objectives, the Foundation seeks to:
- Promote
excellence in math and science education at the primary and
secondary school levels
- Promote
opportunities to increase the number of young people entering
the STEM field
- Support
organizations and programs that advance public awareness of the
importance of engineering
- Support
programs and institutions of higher learning that advance
excellence in STEM education and expand professional
opportunities in the field of engineering for all groups with
particular emphasis on those currently under-represented
- Encourage
educational and professional collaboration among various
engineering disciplines and societies
ENVIRONMENT
The Foundation
believes that the earth and its inhabitants require a fine balance
between natural order, conservation of resources, and those
demands inherent in growth and development. The Directors have a
special interest in the
restoration and conservation of California wetlands and waterfowl
and the conservation of ecologically significant
open spaces that enhance the understanding, use, and enjoyment of
the outdoors for all sectors of society.
To meet these objectives, the Foundation seeks to:
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Promote and support restoration and conservation
of California wetlands and the Pacific Flyway
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Support programs that increase, on a sustainable
basis, the waterfowl populations in the Pacific Flyway
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Support programs and research on sustainable
conservation practices
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Support programs that increase environmental
literacy and engage people in the work of caring for the
environment
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Support the development, restoration, improvement
and protection of national and local parks, especially San
Francisco Bay Area urban parks, for the use and enjoyment by all
people
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