SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity

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The Inspire Scholarship Fund: Title 1 School Field Trips at MOSAC

Title 1 schools often encounter financial constraints that limit their ability to organize field trips, thereby restricting valuable learning experiences to schools with more resources.

As the need for scholarship support continues to rise, the 2026–27 Inspire Scholarship Fund stands at the heart of our commitment to expanding opportunity. Each contribution becomes a catalyst for possibility, opening the door to an immersive STEAM learning experience that many students would otherwise be unable to access.

These scholarships remove barriers that limit potential, allowing young learners to step into environments where curiosity is encouraged; confidence is built, and dreams begin to take shape. By investing in these experiences, you are helping students discover their strengths, envision new futures, and develop the skills that will guide them into tomorrow’s world.

Supporting this fund means championing equity, elevating the next generation of thinkers and innovators, and strengthening our community through the power of education. Currently only 19% of students from Title 1 schools in Sacramento County are meeting science benchmarks, compared to 45% overall. Yes, less than half of all students meet the benchmarks - and it's even worse for students that this scholarship will support. Together, we can ensure that every student, regardless of circumstance, has the chance to explore, imagine, and grow.

Help us in opening the door to curiosity that will last a lifetime!