Empowering Youth in STEM
STEM Saturdays is a recurring, monthly Saturday program that brings free, hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities to K–8 students in the Ayden/Pitt County community. Each session is built around a themed, project-based activity such as building simple circuits, constructing bridges, coding basic sequences, or conducting hands-on science experiments — designed to be engaging for a mixed-age group while introducing core STEM vocabulary and concepts.
Inspiring Learning
STEM Saturdays aims to deliver direct, hands-on academic enrichment that builds real skills in science and math.
Building Confidence
The program is structured to grow student confidence and curiosity over repeated monthly sessions, not as a one-off event. By pairing achievable, hands-on projects with encouragement from mentors and family members, students leave each session having built something and understood something — a concrete confidence win
Strengthening Community
Like TRENDUP Foundation's other programs, STEM Saturdays is rooted in strengthening Ayden and Pitt County families and connecting them to resources and opportunity.
Empowering Youth Support
LRPI Peer Support
LRPI is a trauma-informed peer program dedicated to supporting underserved youth and families facing adversity, fostering resilience and hope across Pitt County.
Community Support Networks
We collaborate with local schools, colleges, and community organizations to create lasting support systems for youth and families.
Who We Serve
We support underserved individuals and families, including youth, adults facing behavioral health challenges, and communities impacted by poverty and trauma.