We invite you to be a part of SWE-HA and help support our organization and members in our mission of empowering professional engineers to succeed and advance in engineering as well as guiding girls towards careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Studies show that early influences make an enormous impression on girls. Our goal is to help shape an academic interest in STEM disciplines in elementary school, high school, and college, leading to careers in these fields. Your support will help chaperone young women to view engineering and science as a life-long passion and provide continued support in their professional development.
FY24 marked the 45th year of SWE-HA building a community in the Greater Houston Area with over 1,000 paying members and over 2,000 community members. In FY24, over 500 members attended at least one SWE-HA event; this number continues to grow as the section expands what it can provide to the community with the help of sponsorships.
Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities
Areas of Support
These donations will be used where SWE-HA has the greatest needs per the Executive Team’s discretion.
SWE-HA provides ongoing educational workshops, fundraising events, professional meetings, and networking affairs with frequent participation of local nonprofit engineering and technical chapters. SWE-HA also connects with undergraduate and graduate students through adjacent SWE Collegiate Sections and CIGs (Community of Interest Groups). As an active contributing member of the Greater Houston Area community leadership programs, SWE-HA is a liaison facilitating local corporate and business community services’ ongoing support K – 12 STEM outreach events, academic scholarships, awards, and professional programs. The following are examples of professional programs and estimated budgets.
| Program | Estimated Budget |
|---|---|
| Professional Development Meetings and Events Event Size: 20-100 people per event Schedule: 2-3 times per fiscal year | $2,000-$3,000 |
| Membership Engagement and Networking Events Event Size: 50-75 people per event Schedule: 2-3 times per fiscal year | $2,000-$4,000 |
| Fundraising Events Event Size: 80-120 people per event Schedule: 1 time per fiscal year | $7,000-$10,000 |
| Job Posting Job featured on website and social media for 3 months Schedule: Year Round | $250 |
K-12 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Outreach Events are designed to enrich and motivate students to pursue an engineering-related career. SWE-HA annually hosts and provides volunteers for numerous interactive activities and hands-on workshops highlighting STEM concepts. The following are examples of events in which SWE-HA has participated and where you can direct your funds if you so choose.
| Progam | Estimated Budget |
|---|---|
| Introduce A Girl to Engineering Day (IAGTE) Event Size: 200+ students, 50+ volunteers Schedule: Held annually in the fall | $8,000-$10,000 |
| Scholarship & Awards Banquet Event Size: 75-120 people Schedule: Held annually in the spring | $6,000-$7,000 |
| Girls Scout Badge Day Event Size: 25-30 students, 5+ volunteers Schedule: 2-4 days held annually in the spring | $200-$500 |
SWE-HA provides scholarship opportunities for female students who plan to enroll in an engineering, science, or technical discipline in an ABET-accredited 4-year college or university or who apply for a science and/or engineering summer program are invited to submit a completed application and required documentation as applicable. If you are interested in sponsoring scholarships, please visit our Sponsor a Named Scholarship page.
| Scholarship | Amount |
|---|---|
| Freshmen/Sophomore Scholarships This scholarship is awarded to female students who plan to attend an ABET-accredited 4-year college or university and pursue an engineering or related discipline. Entries will be judged based on student merit, applicant statement, letters of reference, and resume. Target Audience is Senior high school female students and female students transferring from a community college to an ABET-accredited 4-year program. Number of Recipients: Varies based on funding | $1,000-$2,000 |
| Named Scholarships The criteria and amount of money awarded for these scholarships vary due to the amount of funding and endowment earnings, as well as donors’ preferences and restrictions. These scholarships are outlined by the corporation or individual making the donation and are coordinated with other SWE-HA-awarded financial aid. Named scholarships are typically awarded to students for academic performance, leadership, and/or need, though many have other criteria designated by the donor. | At donor discretion |
| SWE-HA Aspire Award, Science & Engineering Fair of Houston The SWE-HA Aspire Awards are awarded to a middle and high school female student as a special award through the Science and Engineering Fair of Houston. SWE members serve as volunteer judges and select students with a passion for their projects. The recipient(s) are awarded funding to a STEM camp or are awarded technical prizes like 3D printers. Number of Recipients: 2 | $500 |
SWE-HA will be hosting its second annual IWD Celebration on March 8th, 2025 with 150+ professionals who will enjoy food, a distinguished keynote speaker, raffle prizes, networking, and an introduction to SWE-HA. Together, we will honor the contributions of women in engineering and pave the way for a more inclusive future. SWE Houston will be hosting an International Women’s Day Celebration event in the Spring of 2025.
For more information about the International Women’s Day Celebration, see the International Women’s Day webpage.
Sponsor Benefits
| Sponsor Recognition Benefits | Bronze $250-$499 | Silver $500-$999 | Gold $1,000-$2,499 | Platinum $2,500-$4,999 | Titanium $5,000-$7,499 | Diamond $7,500+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sponsored Event/Program: Corporate Logo Display & Introduction | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| SWE-HA Website: Logo Display | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Job Posting on SWE-HA Website (30 days, $100 for each additional)** | 1 | 2 | 5 | 5 | ||
| Reduced Price for Event Tickets Throughout the Year (Annual Allocation, not per event) | 1 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 15 |
*Note: Sponsor Recognition Benefits are available for monetary support only (not In-Kind Donations or Services).
** Note: Promotional items provided by the company.
SWE-HA Sponsorship Forms
If you’re interested in supporting SWE-HA, please fill out the form(s) below. Donations can be made through PayPal or via check mailed to P.O. Box 1355, Houston, TX 77251 (Attention: SWE-HA Vice President-External and Treasurer). For any questions, please contact our VP-External at vp_external@houstonswe.org.
For more details, please see our sponsorship packet to the left. Information about federal and state tax exemption can be found on page 9 of 11.
