Uniting Business, Education, and Community to Shape Tomorrow’s Workforce Through STEMEducation
Lancaster County STEM Alliance is a collective of business, education and community partners ensuring the long-term prosperity of Lancaster County by creating, aligning, and investing in equitable access to STEM experiences that build a talented workforce.
The Lancaster County STEM Alliance (LCSA) is dedicated to advancing STEM initiatives in Lancaster County through grant funding. Our grants aim to support and foster innovative and creative STEM programs. Funding is available exclusively to nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organizations located within Lancaster County.
The Lancaster County STEM Alliance (LCSA) leads innovative and creative projects to support STEM education and workforce development. We identify community needs and provide the necessary resources to support them.
LCSA collaborates with local schools, businesses, and community organizations to promote STEM education and career opportunities, while aligning workforce needs with educational programs. It also works to increase awareness of the importance of STEM education and careers by advocating for STEM initiatives and highlighting local success stories.
The Lancaster County STEM Alliance is committed to data-driven decisions, evaluating the effectiveness of supported programs and optimizing community investments. By gathering and monitoring data annually, we track outcomes over time, assessing both individual programs and their collective impact on STEM education and workforce development in Lancaster County.
24,364 people and partners impacted through the Lancaster County STEM Alliance (LCSA) ecosystem in 2025.
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6,950 individuals participanted in LCSA sponsored events in 2025.
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In 2025, every grant funded program helped expand access to STEM programming for thousands of students, 73% of whom wouldn’t have been reached without this support.
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$9,674,582 total investment in STEM education and workforce development since 2016.
We’re excited to announce upcoming events designed to inspire and engage our community in STEM. From summer programs to teacher workshops and networking opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Join us to explore, learn, and connect with fellow STEM enthusiasts. Check the schedules and register today!
Jun 01
Mobile Ag Lab and Ag on the Go
Jun 01 – Aug 31: The PA Friends of Ag provides STEM rich educational activities within agriculture. The Mobile Ag Ed Science Lab program has brought hands-on ag science lessons to over 1 million students across Pennsylvania since its start in 2003 -Ag on the Go, now in its 2nd year, is reaching more urban, low-income schools that have not been able to get to with the Mobile Ag Lab in the past.
Sismantle Tech Program at Bright Side Opportunities Center
Jun 22 – Jul 31: Sismantle{Tech} is a 6-week summer program, running from June 22 to July 31, 2026, designed for high school girls who dream big and want to make their mark in the world of technology. By joining Sismantle{Tech}, you become part of a vibrant sisterhood that helps you learn valuable skills, from cybersecurity basics and tech problem-solving to professional leadership and financial literacy. The program offers minds-on, hands-on training with real-world tools, mentorship from industry experts, and inspiring workshops that build confidence and open doors to in-demand careers in technology.
Jun 29 – Aug 07: Elizabethtown College’s nationally recognized School of Engineering and Computer Science, in collaboration with the Lancaster County STEM Alliance and Cargas, will host the Momentum Summer Coding Academy, a six week summer program aiming to ignite high school students’ interest in STEM, particularly computer programming. The Academy strives to expose students to the excitement and career prospects within the programming field while providing students with college credit. The program encourages exploration of various educational paths, acknowledging alternatives beyond the traditional four-year college route. https://www.etown.edu/programs/summer_camps/momentum-coding.aspx