Empowering Underserved Youth Through the SATE Program

On July 2025, For One Child Foundation launched its first-ever SATE Summer Bootcamp. This powerful, weeklong experience was designed to ignite creativity, leadership, and innovation in Worcester’s youth.

SATE stands for Science, Art, Technology & Entrepreneurship. We welcomed 16 dynamic young minds for a unique bootcamp that turned ideas into business ventures, curiosity into knowledge, and kids into confident CEOs.

Taking place at WorcLab in Worcester, the camp became a playground of possibility. Students collaborated, created, experimented, pitched, and shined—all while being surrounded by an inspiring community of instructors, volunteers, and sponsors who believed in their potential.

Why Worcester Needs Programs Like SATE

Worcester County is rich in culture and community. However, underserved youth often lack access to creative, tech-based, and entrepreneurial learning experiences outside the traditional classroom. The SATE Program fills that gap.

It equips students—especially Black and Brown youth—with essential 21st-century skills that are often gatekept. From building business brands to learning how AI tools work, from designing logos in Canva to presenting business pitches, SATE gives young people the space and tools to dream and do.

Programs like this don’t just educate; they empower. They offer our children a chance to see themselves as leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers in their own right. That’s the kind of change Worcester needs to keep building an equitable, thriving future.

What Happened at SATE?

For six inspiring days, students dove deep into the SATE pillars:

• SCIENCE with Dr. Antia Veal – exploring real-world experiments and scientific curiosity.

• ART with Savonne Pickett – creating visual narratives through mural work and multimedia design.

• TECHNOLOGY with Jafet Martinez – using AI and Canva to build brand identities, flyers, and business cards.

• ENTREPRENEURSHIP with Paulette Piñero – learning how to pitch, build, and own their ideas like CEOs.

  
  

For One Child SATE Program Award Ceremony — celebrating the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners for their outstanding achievement and leadership.

The week culminated in our first-ever Sharklet Showcase on Saturday, July 26. Each student presented their startup vision to a panel of community judges, family, and friends.

Big Congrats to Our Student Stars:

🥇 1st Place- Alex Mutie & Elianna Itemere

🥈 2nd Place- Anna Britt “Anna” Kanjia

🥉 3rd Place- Khourie-Ann Green

Special shout-out to Team KAKE—Kenneth Green, Khourie-Ann Green, Anna Britt “Anna” Kanjia, and Enoch Itemere—for winning our AI Prompt Challenge!

This Wouldn’t Be Possible Without You

Our SATE Summer Bootcamp was built by community power. We’re sending deep thanks to:

Our SATE Squad (Instructors)

• Dr. Antia Veal – Science

• Savonne Pickett – Art

• Jafet Martinez – Tech

• Paulette Piñero – Entrepreneurship

  
  

Our Sponsors & Partners

• National Grid

• Cornerstone Bank & WorcLab

• The WellStorm Inc. & A Tribe Called Black

• Arts Worcester, Aesthetic by Cie, Molly McCullough for School Committee, Watoto Poa, Cruz Contracting, Unique Café, Father Jonathan Slavinskas

  
  

Special thanks to Unstoppable Latina® and their Shine & Build Accelerator for helping raise funds so that each student received a stipend to support their business idea. Also, thanks to The WellStorm Inc. and A Tribe Called Black for providing laptops and hotspots for every child.

We also celebrate the commitment of our volunteers and the Organization's leadership of Cie Morin, Maria Lawson, Nadine James, and Dr. Sheri-Ann McLean Williams. Their efforts helped make this week impactful and unforgettable.

Racquel Knight, Founder of For One Child Foundation, shares a moment of gratitude during the SATE Program, honoring community support and partnership.

It Was More Than a Program—It Was a Movement

SATE proved that when you invest in one child, you spark a ripple of hope, confidence, and transformation. Our work continues—and we want you to be part of what’s next.

Young participants proudly receive certificates of achievement during For One Child’s SATE Program.

Save the Date: Our 10-Year Celebration is Coming!

One Night 4 One Child: A Decade of Difference

Saturday, November 15, 2025

6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Worcester Fitness Club – MacDonald's Tavern

440 Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605

Celebrate the Joy. Honor the Journey. Dance for the Difference.

Early Bird Tickets Are NOW ON SALE – Just $55!

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Sponsorship opportunities are available! Please contact Maria Lawson at mlawson@foronechild.org or info@foronechild.org. Help us continue making magic in the lives of children and families.

Want to support our next youth initiative or collaborate on future programs?

Let’s talk: info@foronechild.org

Donate: www.foronechild.org/donate

The Impact of SATE: A Closer Look

Building Skills for the Future

The SATE Program is not merely an event; it’s a stepping stone toward a brighter future for our youth. Each participant walked away with more than just knowledge. They gained confidence, teamwork skills, and a sense of ownership over their ideas.

Creating Lasting Connections

One of the most beautiful aspects of SATE was the connections formed. Students learned to work together, share ideas, and support one another. These bonds will last far beyond the bootcamp, creating a network of young innovators ready to uplift each other.

Inspiring the Next Generation

As we reflect on the success of SATE, we are reminded of our mission. We aim to empower underserved children with the tools they need to succeed. Programs like SATE inspire the next generation to dream big and take action.

Join Us in Our Mission

We invite you to be part of this transformative journey. Your support can help us expand our reach and impact. Together, we can ensure that every child has the resources they need to thrive.

Let’s continue to make a difference, one child at a time.