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Challenger Center for Space Science Education, founded in 1986 by the families of the astronauts of the Challenger 51-L mission, is dedicated to the educational spirit of that mission. Challenger Learning Center programs continue the crew’s mission of engaging teachers and their students in science, mathematics and technology and foster in them an interest to pursue careers in those fields. Forty-eight Challenger Learning Centers across the country carry on the Challenger STS-51-L mission by providing educational workshops and space simulations to over 25,000 teachers and 400,000 students annually.

Join Challenger Center's partnership of individuals, corporations, and foundations that share a concern about the future of our nation's youth. Together, we can continue our education mission and bring the excitement of learning to millions of young people and their teachers.

The support we receive from across the country goes to the national programming efforts of Challenger Center for Space Science Education. Challenger Center offers several methods that allow you to contribute to our mission.

Donate Online

This convenient web-based application provides you with the opportunity to send a donation electronically to Challenger Center via Paypal or Google Checkout. The transaction is encrypted and completely secure, and a confirmation of receipt is sent immediately. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express are accepted.

Mail-In Contribution  (410 KB)

For those who prefer to mail in their donations, the mail-in contribution form can be printed and returned to Challenger Center with your check or credit card information.

Combined Federal Campaign

Challenger Center for Space Science Education participates as a member of the Educate America Federation for the annual Combined Federal Campaign. Federal employees can find Challenger Center in the listing of national and international organizations published in each local campaign brochure. When you give, please designate #11927 on your pledge form to support Challenger Center.

Contribution by Phone

To donate by phone, please contact Angie Tenne, toll-free at (888) 683-9740. Please have your credit card information available.

Matching Gifts

You or your spouse’s company may offer a matching gift program. Over the years, Challenger Center programs have benefited from the generosity of both employees and employers.

Donors are encouraged to contact their Human Resources department to find out if their employer participates in this program. You can also click here for a list of participating companies.

Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)

Monthly auto-deductions authorize Challenger Center to debit your bank account or charge your credit card each month for a specific amount. Automatic monthly payments mean more of your donation goes to granting wishes. If for any reason you wish to increase, decrease or suspend your gifts, just contact Angie Tenne toll-free at (888) 683-9740 and we will gladly accommodate your request.

Planned Giving

Consider making a long-term gift to Challenger Center that will help the organization for years to come. The Planned Giving section gives you information on including Challenger Center in your will or trust.

Stocks and Securities

Gifts of appreciated securities (stocks) are a popular alternative to making a cash gift as they may offer you additional tax advantages. If you would like to donate a gift of stock to Challenger Center, you can use this section to see the various methods of doing so, as well as the information and forms needed to complete the transfer.

Corporate Innovation Fund Program

The Innovation Fund Program is a reciprocal partnership that generates revenue through annual contributions to support Challenger Center programs that engage more than 400,000 students each year in science, math, and technology and foster in them an interest to pursue careers in those fields.

Additional Information

For more information on how you can help continue the Challenger Center mission, please contact Angie Tenne via e-mail at giving@challenger.org; by telephone, toll free at (888) 683-9740; or by completing the Feedback Form.