JBS USA announced it is donating $250,000 to fund the sponsorship of multiple educational resources at the Brown County STEM Innovation Center at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. This sponsorship includes the Einstein Project's STEM Expo and multiple pathways for hands-on, family-friendly learning experiences both virtually and through an onsite 'Makerspace,' where visitors can collaborate to share tools, materials and expertise on a variety of STEM projects.
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. The global food company previously announced a $1 million investment in the community and has since worked closely with local leaders to identify where the funds can best help meet immediate and longer-term community needs.
"We are proud to partner with the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Brown County and the Einstein Project to promote STEM education in our community," said Hicham Timejardine, JBS Green Bay general manager. "STEM education doesn't just lead to jobs, it leads to careers, and by laying STEM foundation early, young students can grow up to do whatever they put their minds to."
Chad Janowski, executive director of the Einstein Project, said the commitment by JBS will provide STEM opportunities for the region.
"We are excited about this new partnership with JBS," Janowski said. "Their commitment to our community will help us ensure that all kids in the Green Bay area have access to quality, hands-on STEM learning opportunities. Their sponsorship will help to purchase new instructional materials for classrooms impacting up to 52,500 kids annually."
Hometown Strong is a $100 million initiative that was developed to strengthen the communities where JBS operates. Funds are being directed to the communities where JBS team members live and work in the U.S. and Canada.
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