My wife and daughter are scientists, and I wish all girls and women are afforded any opportunities to develop and contribute their intellectual talents in the aerospace field.
And the Winner is…
https://youtu.be/ZTTW8o8Fb04 Congratulations to Julian David Stone! Apollo XV astronaut, Al Worden, Emily Carney, Space Hipster founder, and historian and educator, Lois Huneycutt, announced the winner of the Luciana Vega American doll and her collection - a retail value of $300.00. Our sincere thank you and appreciation to the Space Hipsters who raised $4,340! A totalContinue reading "And the Winner is…"
Sole in… Space Camp
"When I give talks it feels good, but I kinda get a little shy, but I still do it" - Sole
Sole in Space… Camp
When I give talks it feels good, but I kinda get a little shy, but I still do it - Sole
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We have a matching donation offer! Any donations that comes in today will be matched up to $400! 7/31/2019
Who are the Space Hipsters, and Why are They so Unusual?
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T – 10 days…
“I’m ready. I’m gonna be the best I could be, and I’m gonna be strong.” Support Saydee by helping her get to Space Camp! Saydee is an 11 year old from the Pascua Yaqui tribe. Her dream is to become an astronaut. With your donation she will be going to Space Camp Mach II whereContinue reading "T – 10 days…"
Meet Robert “Hoot” Gibson
“We need to be providing young girls with role models as well and inspiring them.”
Robert “Hoot” Gibson
We asked our major donors to answer a few quick questions about themselves. “The experiences that girls will have from Taking Up Space will certainly put them ahead growing up!“ How would someone describe you? I’d say that most people would describe me as a devoted fan of aviation in all its forms, with anContinue reading "Robert “Hoot” Gibson"
TFCU Lends a Hand
There's one thing that continues to amaze us about Tucson, and that is the generosity of our community. Our local credit union, started by a group of teachers in 1937 with $349, is one of our biggest supporters. Their contributions have been critical to our success. Three years ago, our first group of girls wasContinue reading "TFCU Lends a Hand"
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