Peninsula STEM Gym is a community practice facility dedicated to strengthening STEM education in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Established in 2018, the gym provides local student robotics teams with a 2,500 sqft practice area to test robot functionality and enhance their skills. By offering a space for teams to develop competition robots and gain real-world engineering experiences, the STEM Gym plays a crucial role in inspiring a lifelong interest in science and math among students in the Peninsula.
Intentional Innovation Foundation, the organization behind Peninsula STEM Gym, is committed to fostering a culture where science, technology, engineering, and mathematics thrive in young people. Through mentor-based projects and engaging programs, the foundation aims to empower students to become leaders in science and technology. With a focus on building skills, inspiring innovation, and nurturing well-rounded capabilities like self-confidence and leadership, the foundation prepares students to excel in the evolving knowledge economy of Hampton Roads.
Collaborating with major partners and sponsors, Intentional Innovation Foundation operates and sponsors youth STEM education programs and events in greater Hampton Roads. By creating an environment that makes engineering “cool” and engaging K-12 students in thrilling STEM competitions, the foundation is dedicated to developing the next generation of engineers, scientists, and technologists. Your support through tax-deductible donations or by joining the team can help the foundation continue to deliver high-quality STEM experiences to students across the region.