A Legacy That Lives On

When David and Elaine Martin decided to sponsor a school program, they weren’t looking for recognition — they simply wanted to give back. David, a retired engineer, remembered how his own high school shop teacher once changed his life by showing him what he could create with his hands and imagination. Elaine had been a lifelong believer in the power of creativity, community, and compassion in education.

Together, they funded the building of a science and innovation lab — a space where students could experiment, build, and learn through hands-on discovery. The lab was small at first: a few 3D printers, a set of tools, and a vision for something bigger. But the impact began almost immediately.

Students who once struggled to engage in traditional classes started to thrive. They built solar models, programmed small robots, and designed sustainable projects for their neighborhoods. Each new creation sparked more confidence, more curiosity, and a growing belief that they could change their own world.

The Reward of Giving

A few years later, the Martins received a letter from one of those students — now a college sophomore studying environmental engineering.

The note was simple: “You didn’t just fund a classroom. You gave me a future. Thank you for believing in someone you’ve never met.” It became one of the Martins’ most treasured possessions.

As the years went by, they were invited to student showcases, graduations, and community events — and every time, someone would shake their hand and say, “You made this possible.” The gratitude they received was quiet but enduring — the kind that fills a lifetime.

A Gift That Never Ends

The Martins have both passed now, but their names still hang on a small plaque outside that lab: “In honor of those who believed that curiosity can change the world.”

Each time a student walks through that door, touches that plaque, and steps into a room full of possibilities — their story continues. That’s the beauty of sponsorship: it doesn’t end when the gift is given. It lives on in every child who dares to learn, to build, and to dream — proof that one act of generosity can echo through generations.

Become a Sponsor – Build the Future with Sawyer STREAM Academy

Education That Changes Lives

At Sawyer STREAM Academy, we believe education is more than textbooks and tests — it’s about curiosity, creativity, and care. Our students learn by doing: building robots, composing music, growing gardens, and creating art that reflects their community and their character.

Your sponsorship helps us nurture a generation of innovators with integrity — young people who think critically, act compassionately, and contribute meaningfully to the world around them.

Why Your Sponsorship Matters

Today’s students face a world of rapid change and overwhelming technology.

Sawyer STREAM Academy’s hands-on, project-based education gives them balance — connecting innovation with empathy, and science with humanity.

By supporting our programs, you help us:

• Equip labs, classrooms, and creative studios with modern tools and resources.
• Fund student-led projects in sustainability, technology, and the arts.
• Provide scholarships for deserving students through our Culture of Care Fund.
• Model a school culture grounded in Family Values, Community Service, and Compassionate Leadership.

When you sponsor Sawyer STREAM Academy, you’re not just giving — you’re building the next generation of thinkers, creators, and leaders.

Sponsorship Opportunities

STREAM LABS

Help students explore Robotics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Environmental Science. Each lab gives students a place to test ideas, build prototypes, and turn imagination into innovation.

Lab sponsorships include naming rights and recognition on lab signage and our digital platforms.

SCHOOL GARDENS & SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS

Our outdoor learning spaces teach students about sustainability, responsibility, and care for the earth. Students grow vegetables, maintain aquaponic systems, and study real-world environmental solutions.

Sponsors are recognized on garden signage and in community service project features.

MUSIC & ART PROGRAMS

Creativity fuels innovation. Our music and art programs encourage self-expression, teamwork, and confidence — essential skills in education and life.

Your sponsorship provides instruments, art supplies, and performance opportunities for students to share their talents.

Sponsors are featured at student showcases, exhibitions, and in school publications.

ADOPT A CLASSROOM

Each classroom is a space where learning and mentorship come together. Sponsoring a classroom supports teacher innovation, student materials, and technology integration.

Sponsors receive classroom naming recognition and regular updates on student projects.

Sponsorship Levels

Level	Contribution	Recognition & Benefits
Platinum Sponsor	$500,000+	Full naming rights for a STREAM Lab or major facility, website feature, press release recognition.
Gold Sponsor	$250,000+	Naming rights for a classroom, garden, or program area, recognition plaque.
Silver Sponsor	$100,000+	Co-naming rights for labs or creative programs, digital recognition, school event acknowledgment.
Bronze Sponsor	$50,000+	Recognition on donor wall and promotional materials.
Community Sponsor	$10,000+	Name listed on website and newsletters as a community partner.

Sponsorships may be one-time or multi-year commitments. Custom sponsorship packages available upon request.

The Sawyer STREAM Difference

• Family Values, Not Just Academics: We teach respect, gratitude, and responsibility alongside science and math.
• Culture of Care: Every teacher is a mentor, every student is seen, and every contribution is personal.
• Hands-On Learning: Students learn by building, creating, and solving — developing skills that matter in real life.
• Community Connection: Our school thrives through partnerships with families, local businesses, and sponsors who believe education should inspire the heart as well as the mind.

Join Us in Building a Legacy

Every donation, large or small, helps us create meaningful learning experiences for students who will shape the future.

Your name — your company — your legacy — can live on in the hands and hearts of tomorrow’s leaders.

Sponsor a Lab. Grow a Garden. Inspire a Child.

Together, we can make the future brighter — one project, one classroom, one student at a time.

Get Involved

To discuss sponsorship opportunities, contact: sponsors@sawyer-academy.org