As we continue to build educational and career opportunities for our youth, our STEAM initiatives are opening up a world of transformative experiences in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, drones, and other innovative technologies.
“Our communities in the southern sector of Dallas need these types of innovative programs… Kids asked me if the STEAM program was coming back, and I would definitely want to continue this next year at more recreation centers.”
Our Community STEAM Expos introduce youth and community members to exciting STEAM careers and skills, including artificial intelligence, health, sports medicine, forestry, and more. By bringing these opportunities directly to the communities we serve, we provide hands-on experiences and inspire the next generation of innovators from diverse backgrounds across the region.
Through launching redesigned STEAM initiatives, we focused on bringing our programming into the communities we serve, bringing new hands-on learning experiences to more youth.
Introduced community members from 176 Texas zip codes to STEAM careers and skills including artificial intelligence, health, sports medicine, forestry and more.
STEAM Program Attendee increased from 2023-2024.
Students participated in STEAM activities ranging from basketball analytics and engineering to lotion making and virtual reality (VR) space travel.
Choose Your Impact:
$250 — Community Supporter
Name listed on community supporter roll
$500 — Dedication Star
Personalized engraved star with custom message
Permanent placement on dedication wall
$1,000 — Supporting Partner
Engraved star with priority placement
Name recognized on dedication wall
$5,000 — Community Builder
Large star placement
Sponsor wall recognition
Invitation to select TORI events
$10,000 — Pathway Leader
Premium large star placement
Name or logo prominently displayed
Event invitations and quarterly impact updates.
Leave a Legacy (Limited Availability)
Huddle Rooms — $15,000
Offices — $25,000
The Classroom — $55,000
Includes permanent naming rights and premium recognition. Limited and assigned first come. Your support directly funds case management, housing and food assistance, and workforce training. Stars and placements are limited and permanently assigned.
Support the TORI Community Office and be permanently recognized on our Dedication and Sponsor Wall. Every contribution funds case management, job readiness, and critical support services for individuals rebuilding their lives. Every donor receives a star. Placement and visibility increase by level.
$250 — Community Supporter
Name listed on community supporter roll
$500 — Dedication Star
Personalized engraved star with custom message
Permanent placement on dedication wall
$1,000 — Supporting Partner
Engraved star with priority placement
Name recognized on dedication wall
$5,000 — Community Builder
Large star placement
Sponsor wall recognition
Invitation to select TORI events
$10,000 — Pathway Leader
Premium large star placement
Name or logo prominently displayed
Event invitations and quarterly impact updates.
Leave a Legacy (Limited Availability)
Huddle Rooms — $15,000
Offices — $25,000
The Classroom — $55,000
Includes permanent naming rights and premium recognition. Limited and assigned first come. Your support directly funds case management, housing and food assistance, and workforce training. Stars and placements are limited and permanently assigned.
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