COSI

The Center of Science and Industry (COSI) will foster STEAM literacy by developing and widely distributing an “America’s 250th Anniversary Learning Lunchbox” with replicable hands-on science, history, and art activities for underserved youth and families. In partnership with multiple federal government agencies and professional organizations, the program will significantly expand COSI’s existing lunchbox learning efforts. Project funds will support the production, distribution, and supplies costs of approximately 15,000 new learning lunchbox kits. The kits will be delivered to local foodbanks, museums, and libraries throughout the U.S., where they will be shared with K-12th grade youth, particularly students with special needs. As a result, youth across the country will have access to hands-on STEAM learning resources that are fun and engaging, promote STEAM career pathways, and increase their understanding and appreciation of American innovation.