talkSTEM
talkSTEM builds children's real-world STEM competence and confidence by equipping educators, families, and communities with place-based, conversation-driven learning experiences and teacher supports.
About talkSTEM
This profile covers talkSTEM (EIN 81-0784576), a Dallas-based 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2015 and recognized as tax-exempt since December 2015. The organization advances STEM learning through place-based programs, teacher development, self-guided STEM walks, family-oriented events, and short educational media.
talkSTEM runs several signature initiatives — including walkSTEM® city tours and Family Explorers self-guided programs — and provides teacher fellowships, educator convenings, and short instructional videos to support classroom and out-of-school STEM learning. Recent materials and program guides show active partnerships with local schools and community organizations to deliver programming across Dallas.
Financially, talkSTEM reported operating revenue of approximately $213,328 and expenses of about $190,287 for fiscal year ending December 2024, funded primarily by foundation grants and individual contributions, enabling continued program delivery and modest asset growth.
Notable achievements
Sustained program funding (FY2024)
Reported $213,328 in revenue and $190,287 in expenses for fiscal year ending December 2024, enabling continued delivery of educator supports, public walks, and media resources.
walkSTEM® place-based program
Established and maintained the walkSTEM® series of self-guided and guided STEM walks (including Dallas Arts District tours) and expanded family-oriented 'Family Explorers' offerings to connect local art, architecture and public spaces to STEM learning.
Educator supports & media resources
Delivered teacher fellowship programming, multiple educator convenings with stipends, and produced a series of short educational videos and gallery/guide materials to support classroom and informal STEM education.
At a glance
- Total assets
- $108K
- Annual revenue
- $213K
- Tax status
- 501(c)(3)Public charity
- EIN
- 81-0784576
- Location
- Dallas, TX
- Website
- talkstem.org
- On Mahalo since
- May 2026
Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.
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