Friday, May 11, 2012

Exploreum gets Airbus grant

MOBILE, Ala. -- The Airbus Corporate Foundation awarded a second $50,000 grant to the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center in keeping with its goal to "inspire disadvantaged children and young adults through aviation." The Exploreum will use the funds to expand its first year pilot youth mentoring and aeronautics program. Dubbed ExploreAIR, the Exploreum's expanded program will focus on students, grade 6-12, and support the science center's ongoing Workforce Development initiatives. (Source: Mobile Press-Register, 05/10/12)