“There’s a way to do it better - find it.
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Founded in 2016, Marshmallow Minds is a 501(c)(3) public benefit nonprofit organization dedicated to providing equitable access to high-quality STEAM education for real-world problem-solving, especially in under-resourced schools and communities
Our mission is to ignite a lifelong love of learning in future innovators while nurturing their mental well-being
Our Vision
We envision a joyful world where all children are empowered with equal access to engaging STEAM education that nurtures lifelong curiosity, creativity, and collaborative spirit, paving the way for success in their future
Our Core Values
These values form a strong foundation for Marshmallow Minds' work and underscore our deep commitment to supporting educators in leveling the playing field for students in under-resourced schools. We use these values as a lens on all of our actions, both externally with clients and internally with our Board, staff, and volunteers. They support us in our ongoing efforts to be innovative and collaborative and to maintain high standards of excellence.
Our Impact
In the 2023-24 school year, we engaged over 8,000 students—a 260% increase from the previous year—delivering 1217 hours of instruction in 360 classrooms across 14 Title-1 public schools and providing 8,000 hours of student scholarships.
“Title-1 schools are schools in which children from low-income families make up at least 40% of the enrollment. Most often the Title-1 funds are used for school-wide interventions in ELA and Math in an attempt to close the gap and not so much on innovative enrichment programs like STEAM.”
Prasanna Padmanabhan, Fremont Union School District, School Teacher
“Marshmallow Minds outreach program makes our students feel honored and worthy.”
Alie Victorine, Franklin McKinley School District, Title-1 School Teacher
“The program serves as a great example for a direction as a teacher you want to move towards to but at times you feel overwhelmed to do it. To know that there is a support structure out there to help you is very encouraging.”
Amelia Drake, Cupertino Union School District, School Teacher
