Why We Exist
Because every child deserves a chance to rise.
And thousands still don’t have one.
At Shooting Stars Foundation (SSF), we believe that talent is everywhere — but opportunity is not. Our mission is to bridge this gap by unlocking access to transformative STEM education for youth from underserved communities in India and the United States. Whether it’s a girl in rural India dreaming of becoming an engineer, or a high schooler in the U.S. exploring AI for the first time — we create pathways where there were none.
Why We Exist
Education should not be a privilege reserved for a few — it should be a gateway to possibility for all. We open doors to those who have not had access.
High Dropout Rates in Rural & Tribal India
Most rural and tribal youth never progress to higher education due to poverty, under-resourced schools, early marriage, and unsafe infrastructure.
Low Higher-Education Enrollment Among Rural Students
Students from poor or remote backgrounds rarely see college as attainable—missing the benefits of STEM-based professions.
STEM Gaps Among Black and Hispanic Youth in the U.S.
Black and Hispanic students are significantly underrepresented in STEM fields.
Skilled Hispanic and Black youths often have the potential but lack support—be it mentorship, role models, or safe learning environments.
SSF’s Role
SSF addresses these systemic gaps by:
Supporting underserved girls and rural youth with scholarships, nourishment, and mentorship. Conducting STEM hackathons and camps, especially for girls and rural/tribal students. Partnering with industry experts to provide guidance, access, and encouragement to thrive in STEM pathways.
What Drives Us
Our Vision
To create a world where every young person – regardless of background — has the opportunity to pursue their full potential through education, innovation, and empowerment.
Our Mission
To break the cycle of generational poverty by empowering under-resourced youth with access to quality STEM education and mentorship — unlocking pathways to meaningful careers and lifelong impact.
By the Numbers (as of 2025)
Financial help to complete graduation in Engineering/Medical/Professional courses
Empowered through SSF’s scholarship program — are now serving communities across India.
Engaged through STEM programs
Empowered in STEM
Hackathons, bootcamps, and innovation challenges
Reached through our global initiatives
Our Goals
Enable Access to Higher Education
Provide need-based STEM scholarships to deserving students in underserved communities in India, with a focus on girls and first-generation learners.
Goal: 1,500+ STEM college scholarships by 2027
Focus: Girls and first-gen students in underserved communities in India
Deliver Hands-On STEM Learning
Provide accessible, engaging STEM experiences through hackathons, bootcamps, and innovation challenges across India and the U.S. — to spark interest, build confidence, and inspire youth to pursue STEM careers.
Goal: 20,000+ students across 200+ STEM events by 2027
Focus: Hackathons, bootcamps, and innovation challenges in India & U.S.
Engage Corporate & Community Partners
Collaborate with socially responsible organizations to scale impact through volunteering, funding, and co-hosted programs.
Goal: 100+ company partners, 500+ volunteers by 2027
Focus: Volunteering, funding, and co-hosted programs