“Science is not a boy’s game, it’s not a girl’s game. It’s everyone’s game. It’s about where we are and where we’re going. Space travel benefits us here on Earth. And we ain’t stopped yet. There’s more exploration to come.”
Nichelle Nichols
Influenced and inspired by the profound impact of Nichelle Nichols on the world and future of spaceflight, the Nichelle Nichols Foundation seeks to continue that legacy and serve women and BIPOC (Blacks, Indigenous, People of Color) communities in their educational path to fields within STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math).
After the passing of Nichelle Nichols, her fans, friends, and family were inspired to carry out the dream she had started during her life impacting the community around her. The Nichelle Nichols Foundation partners with existing organizations that have a proven track record of outreach, scholarships, training, and mentorship to increase women and diversity in STEAM.
You can help support this mission, donate today!
- Support grants to increase and expand existing programs.
- Help fund grants to create and launch new programs that will remove barriers and provide support to individuals from underserved populations.
- Launching contests that will inspire the next generation to reach for the stars and achieve their full potential.

Mission: Boldly Going Forward
We are here to continue breaking down the barriers. We are here to open the doors of opportunity. We are here to serve and inspire women and BIPOC (Blacks, Indigenous, People of Color) communities to reach for the stars.
Education is the gateway to dreams, and our young people are our future. With Nichelle Nichols as our guiding star, we continue the mission to make an impact in young people’s lives and create a path for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) related education and careers. The Nichelle Nichols Foundation (NNF) will advance her dream to inspire future generations who will shape our world in the image of Star Trek and its “Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations” (IDIC) philosophy: a world that is diverse, kind, and peaceful.
Join Us On Our Mission:
Impact Areas
Established, reputable partners of the Nichelle Nichols Foundation, are ready to join our mission through their existing programs and services. We are excited to increase their ability to help so many young people. Please visit our partner page to learn more about these organizations.
Inspire Creativity: Hands On
Experiences
Fueling the imagination of the next generation by holding STEAM-themed contests targeting grade school and high school students.
Developing Skills: Mentorship
Program
Building leadership and confidence skills in the next generation of STEAM professionals through our partners mentorship programs.
Remove the Barriers: Scholarships &
Training
Increasing women & underrepresented individuals in STEAM careers by focusing on removing barriers for high school, college and 2nd career individuals by providing scholarships and technical training.
Speaker Series – “Hailing Frequencies Open”
To continue the legacy of Nichelle, we are launching a series of talks with fans the world over who will share their incredible career journeys to inspire the next generation.
“If they can see it, they can be it.”
Looking Forward
to the Future
Our 2024 Flagship Project: Nichelle Nichols Cadet Space Camp
Shoot for the stars – literally! Starting in 2024, we will send young space enthusiasts to Space Camp in Huntsville, AL to start their path toward their future careers. Young students chosen from worldwide locations across the globe will work as a team and confront mission scenarios that require dynamic problem solving and critical thinking — 21st century learning skills required in the workplace.


Foundation News
"Hailing Frequencies Open"

The Nichelle Nichols Foundation is excited to announce, we will be hosting a science panel at Awesome Con in Washington, D.C. June16th – 18th. We will update once we have the date, time and location.