My Nonprofit Reviews

I've been a Board member of SARSEF for 5 years and have been impressed with its growth over that time. Our Board has actively sought out opportunities to develop and learn in order to be more focused in our mission, and more effective in our outreach execution. We've increased the range of our programs, getting into more schools, as well as increased the number of programs. Our staff have been applying best practices in order for us to measure our effectiveness, so we can clearly see our successes, and work on those areas where we know we can do better.

In the end, we are here for the children. We strongly believe in our mission to help develop critical thinkers and problem solvers, because they will be the ones making their community a better place. I'm happy to be part of an organization that has maintained its enthusiasm for this goal, and plan to remain involved with it for years to come.

My children have taken their projects to SARSEF for the last couple of years. While working on them, they are just something they have to do. But when they see their names on the list of winners, it clicks with them that they are being recognized for their hard work and their commitment. This past year, my oldest had the chance to present her project to SARSEF judges. It was one of her first interviews and she did great. It's another experience that prepares her for the future.

I had volunteered at my kids' school as a judge during their science fair for years. But when I saw the impact SARSEF had on my kids and all the other students, I quickly joined their board. I'm happy to commit my time to this organization.

I first learned about SARSEF 5 years ago during my child's first school science fair. Since then, I've seen the impact it has had on those children who participate. SARSEF's work promotes their curiosity in the world around them and the desire to understand it. Kids learn about patience, thinking things through, and hard work by going through the process of developing and performing an experiment. And nothing beats the excitement and pride visible on those students whose project is recognized during Awards Night.

Even though I've volunteered as a science fair judge for several years, this year is the first in which I've officially joined SARSEF. I hope to help this great organization continue its great work inspiring students in southern Arizona.