STEM PATHS INNOVATION NETWORK
EVERY CHILD.
EVERY CHOICE.
WHO WE ARE
OUR VISION:
We envision a world in which every student, every family, and every community is able to pursue opportunities in STEM+Arts fields.
Our Mission:
To close the opportunity gap for women and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities in STEM education and careers.
Youth at the Center
Our Programs:
We offer six exceptional programs for learners from kindergarten through high school, all supported by a lifelong community. Our programs serve students throughout King County, both in schools and in out-of-school settings.
Want to Learn More?
Select one of the buttons to explore programs by age group. Our Makerspace (The Lab) is open to participants of all ages.
OUR IMPACT
SPIN creates STEM opportunities for communities of color through high quality programming that engages families, uplifts communities, and empowers students. King County is a STEM rich economy, yet South King County faces significant gaps in STEM jobs, training, and education. This area is home to many of our region’s most diverse communities and is at the highest risk of displacement. It is also SPIN’s home base and primary focus, although we serve students in multiple school districts across King County.
We are committed to expanding equitable access to opportunity and increasing diversity in the STEM field through community led education and training.
2000+
Students served
We focus on creating opportunities in STEM for students through high quality out-of-school programming.
36+
community & School partners
We partner with numerous community based organizations (CBOs) and schools in the greater Seattle area.
31%
partnership growth Year over year
We continue to expand our partnerships and extend our impact on students in the greater Seattle area.
BECOME A SPIN FORWARD MENTOR
We're seeking women and gender-expansive adults of color in STEM careers (current or retired) to mentor for the 2026–27 school year.
SPIN Forward serves girls and gender-expansive youth of color entering grades 6–10 across King County. Mentors join their cohort for 12 Saturdays of hands-on Lab Days and Field Days, helping scholars explore STEM careers, set goals, and see what's possible when they meet someone who shares their identity and has built a real career in STEM.
Interested, or know someone who'd be great? No teaching experience needed, just a willingness to share your journey.
SUPPORT SPIN TODAY
YOU CAN Help us keep Our programs free for students and FAMILIES!
STEM Paths Innovation Network works to close the opportunity gap for girls and students of color in STEM — and we need your help. Our classes are free for all families we serve, and community support keeps them accessible. Please consider donating to our students’ success.
Your contribution helps students in our region’s diverse communities realize their potential, discover their strengths, and access workforce training. Together, we can break down barriers in STEM and build a more inclusive future.
If you’d like to donate school supplies or other materials, please contact us.
Online Donations
Donate by Check
Support our mission by sending a donation via check.
Please make your check payable to:
STEM Paths Innovation Network
Mailing Address:
3407 NE 2nd Street
Renton, WA 98056
Tips for Mailing Your Donation:
Include your name, email, or phone number if you’d like a receipt for tax purposes.
In the memo line, you may write “Donation” or specify a program you’d like to support.
Consider using a secure envelope or tracked mailing service.
Thank you for helping us inspire the next generation in STEM!
FEATURED BLOG POSTS
Click Below to Read More about each Student’s SPIN story:
When Jie Ying joined SPIN as a seventh grader learning from home during the pandemic, she felt isolated and disconnected. SPIN’s virtual STEM programs gave her a space to explore coding, 3D design, and teamwork for the first time. What started as curiosity quickly grew into confidence. Over three years of hands-on projects—from biomimicry to food science—Jie Ying discovered her love for problem-solving and realized she could make a real impact through science.