Funding Momentum Nextech just secured a $5.6M Lilly Endowment grant, indicating strong donor confidence and potential for co-funding partnerships or expanded program capacity to serve more K-12 students in Indiana.

Strategic Partnerships Active collaborations with TeenWorks andInnovatemap show Nextech’s ability to scale programs through trusted local partners, creating opportunities for joint proposals, sponsored internships, and classroom integration efforts.

Internship Expansion Launch of paid internship programs in Muncie and Anderson signals readiness to partner with schools and employers for workforce-ready CS experiences, a pathway for employer sponsorships, internships, and mentorship programs.

Regional Focus Strong Indiana footprint with a track record of CS curriculum and teacher enablement positions Nextech as a regional leader, ideal for state-wide grant programs, district-wide tech pathways, and scalable professional development offerings.

Impact Positioning Mission to broaden access to computing for all K-12 students aligns with corporate diversity and STEM equity initiatives, offering opportunities for CSR funding, multi-year grants, and sponsorships tied to measurable student outcomes.