Knock Our Socks Off!

This #GivingTuesday, we ask you to “knock our socks off” with your generosity! The first 20 donors of $100 or more on this day will receive a free pair of Blue Q socks as our thanks for your gift. 

Your donation will help us continue to expand our programs and staffing to bring innovative science and art learning to the students of Pittsfield, the largest city in Massachusetts’ most rural, and one of the state’s poorest counties.

• Did you know that 58% of students in Pittsfield are classified as economically disadvantaged by the Massachusetts Department of Education? 

• Last year, 63% of 5th graders and 76% of 8th graders in Pittsfield weren’t proficient in science, according to state tests, lagging behind the state average.  

With one out of every five jobs in Massachusetts related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), these children, especially young women and those from minority groups, are not receiving the support they need to be successful in higher-paying fields. Additionally, investing in youth from Pittsfield builds a STEM pipeline that helps local businesses and industries receive the skilled workforce they need.

Blue Q is one of our proud business supporters, and based in Pittsfield, where they design and manufacture life-improving, joy-bringing products. Their socks are sassy, pretty, a little twisted and will add some extra humor to your dresser drawer – all while supporting a good cause! Give today.