Our Mission

Breaking Barriers in STEM Education

EpiSTEM brings hands-on discovery and creative problem-solving to K–12 students across Kern County, ensuring every child can explore science.

Our Origins

Founded in Bakersfield for Kern County

EpiSTEM began with a simple belief: every child deserves access to the spark of discovery. As a California public-benefit nonprofit, we deliver tactile, low-cost STEM experiences directly to Central Valley communities.

Our charter ensures we break down educational barriers, making science understandable, affordable, and fun for K–12 families, without requiring expensive lab gear.

Our Guiding Principles

Curiosity, Accessibility, Creativity, Community

These core values drive every hands-on experiment and workshop, fostering self-efficacy and problem-solving for young learners across Kern County.

Invest in Tomorrow's Innovators

Your support enables more hands-on discovery and equitable STEM access for every K–12 student in the Central Valley.