Donate & Sponsor
With SSELF,
Everyone Wins
Every contribution directly supports hands-on research, mentorship, and workforce development for high school student interns.
Why Donate
Why Your Contributions Matter
Donations to SSELF are tax-deductible and go directly to sustaining authentic STEM experiences for CBSD high school students.
Support Research
Your donation helps fund cutting-edge projects that drive advancements in biotechnology, leading to innovative solutions for real-world challenges.
Empower a Generation of Scientists
Contributions support scholarships and programs that encourage students to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Make an Impact
Your generosity ensures continued support for innovative research and educational opportunities, shaping the future of biotechnology.
Sponsor Us
Your Sponsorship Matters
Corporate and individual sponsors fuel the equipment, reagents, and mentorship that make our biotech program possible — while gaining meaningful visibility in the community.
Choose the tier that fits your goals or reach out to design a custom partnership.
Tiers of Sponsorship
Find Your Level of Support
Lab Essentials
$50 – $250
Pipettes, reagents, safety equipment, and student lab supplies.
Tax-deductible receipt
Recognition on our supporter wall
Skill-Building Support
$300 – $1,000
DNA extraction kits, electrophoresis systems, and microscopy access.
Quarterly impact updates
Lab open-house invitation
Core Research Infrastructure
$1,500 – $5,000
PCR reagents, molecular biology training modules, and student fellowships.
Annual student showcase access
Logo on website
Advanced Equipment & Programs
$5,000 – $15,000
qPCR machines, plate readers, and full cohort sponsorships.
Direct mentorship opportunities
Featured sponsor placement
Legacy Sponsorship
$25,000+
Named student scholar programs, major instrumentation, and long-term partnerships.
Custom partnership benefits
Named program / equipment