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.
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Impacted over 102,000 Lancaster students
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Collaborated with over 200 community partners and over 126 nonprofits; Worked with over 108 businesses
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95% of students reported that they learned new soft skills such as teamwork, communication, resilience, integrity, or problem-solving, during LCSA supported programs.
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71% of students reported they learned new hard skills such as coding, Math and Science.
Upcoming LCSA Events
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!
Jul 22
NextGen Navigators Lunch & Learn
Jul 22 – Jul 22: Bridging yesterday and tomorrow through technology today: How Teens can embrace their own digital skill set and utilize it to generate a lasting impact in their communities. 11:30 AM -2 :30 PM at the Lancaster Lebanon IU 13
As part of the newly launched NextGen Navigators Program, you are invited hear Heather Gate, EVP of Digital Inclusion for Connected Nation, as she addresses youth and mentors alike to discuss the digital divide, how an ever-widening gap can be detrimental to all generations, and one unique (and fun) way students can be the change their community needs.
Through programs like Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T, young minds are empowered to harness their own tech-centered upbringing to educate their parents, teachers, and senior community members on basic digital skills, gaining fundamental leadership tools, community planning and service experience. By tackling the digital literacy barriers which prevent many of these adults from thriving, students are making a difference in the lives of those they help by supporting their ability to navigate a digital world.
This lunch & learn is open to all who are interested in learning about empowering students to help bridge the digital divide in their communities
Open House Tool Drive with Stewards of Historic Architecture (S.H.A.W)
Jul 26 – Jul 26: Donate tools and meet the faces behind the space! July 26 2025 from 10 AM – 3 PM at 433 Ice Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602. Questions? Reach out at 717-478-4199 or email TheSHAWorkshop@gmail.com
Jul 31
Lab Experience Day sponsored by Lab Ready Workforce
Jul 31 – Jul 31: Want a head start on your career? Explore your options in Lab Sciences! Attend Lab Experience Day for free, hands-on activities and career exploration on July 31st from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm at Elizabethtown Area High School (600 E High St, Elizabethtown, PA 17022). This program is designed for high school graduates or those equivalent .
Aug 05 – Aug 05: LCSA Fall Externships provide a hands-on opportunity to work alongside business professionals, gaining firsthand insight into how classroom concepts translate to the workplace. Spend a day immersed in some of the county’s largest employers, equipping yourself to prepare students for the ever-evolving demands of the workforce.
Sep 12 – Sep 12: LCSA Fall Externships provide a hands-on opportunity to work alongside business professionals, gaining firsthand insight into how classroom concepts translate to the workplace. Spend a day immersed in some of the county’s largest employers, equipping yourself to prepare students for the ever-evolving demands of the workforce.
Workforce 2030 Summit Follow up: Ballots and Brunch
Oct 10 – Oct 10: New this year:
All Workforce 2030 Summit attendees are invited to reconvene for Ballots and Brunch on October 10, 2025, from 8:30 to 11:00 AM, as we build on the momentum of the Summit and continue working together to make Lancaster County a work-ready community by 2030.
This follow-up event will provide continued opportunities for networking and connection across sectors. Attendees will hear presentations from Idea Incubator finalists and cast their vote to determine which proposal will receive funding to bring their innovative solution to life. Together, we’ll identify ways to leverage our collective expertise, resources, and networks to drive forward the shared vision of a thriving, work-ready Lancaster County.
10 Year Anniversary STEM Ecosystems Annual Convening
Oct 20 – Oct 22: STEM Ecosystems are community-based collaborations that transform how people learn and connect to future opportunities. They bring together cross-sector partners—schools, afterschool programs, colleges, businesses, community organizations, and government agencies—to create innovative solutions that will shape the next century of learning and future-ready workforce talent. This year’s convening will be held in Washington D.C on October 20 – 22, 2025. Visit the link to learn more and register today!
Dec 03 – Dec 03: This opportunity provides educators who participated in the Industry Tours and/or Educator Externships with time and space to collaborate with fellow teachers. Together, they will translate their workplace experiences into relevant and authentic lessons for their students.
More information and registration coming soon!
