Donors & Sponsors

Support the Innovators Educational Foundation

The Innovators Educational Foundation (IEF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting educational excellence and engineering creativity through hands-on learning experiences. Our flagship events, the American Solar Challenge (ASC) and the Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP), provide students with unparalleled opportunities to advance their knowledge in real-world scenarios.

At the IEF, our mission is to empower the next generation of STEM leaders through world-class experiential learning. Your sponsorship supports student teams in engineering, design, project management, and innovation, while giving your organization meaningful exposure and opportunities to connect with rising talent.

Fueled by Our Sponsors, Driven by Innovation

Thank you to our partners and sponsors for powering the future of solar racing—learn more about their impact.

Why Partner with IEF?

Foster Innovation

Cultivate the next generation of STEM innovation leaders by providing them with platforms to design, build, and showcase road-going solar-powered vehicles.

Promote Sustainability

Contribute to the advancement of renewable energy technologists and sustainable transportation solutions.

Spread Good Vibes

Align your brand with a reputable organization recognized for excellence in STEM education and sustainable innovation.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship Package Overview

Friends of the IEF

Join a growing community of supporters who help make our mission possible. As a Friend of the IEF, your contribution directly enhances educational excellence, engineering creativity, and public awareness around sustainable transportation and STEM innovation.

This is more than a resume drop—it's a chance to meet future engineers and innovators where they shine.

Recruiter Package

Connect with top student talent in real-world settings.

Over 700 students from 30+ universities participated in the 2024 Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix. These individuals bring hands-on experience in.

Engineering design and fabrication
Battery systems and vehicle dynamics
Controls, logistics, and project management
Composite materials and business development

What you gain:

Organic, high-impact engagement with students
A diverse talent pool across disciplines and institutions
First-hand insight into student-built solar vehicles and team collaboration

Press Coverage

The Innovator Educational Foundation has been featured in many major global medial outlets and publications, such as but not limited to:

Electrek Magazine
Wall Street Journal
Several local news outlet pick-up during events
Million Stories 6-Part Docuseries
#1 or 2 on solar car-related searches (SEO)
Over 3,000,000 outlet reach during event media coverage
218,000+ unique website visits in 6 weeks during 2024 events
Numerous tailored on-site interviews for sponsor promotional materials

Our efforts to continue to elevate the awareness of the event and its sponsors continues to bring attention to the amazing participants in our events and overall awareness to important causes such as experiential learning, STEM young professional development, and innovation in sustainable energy solutions (EV, solar, light weight vehicle optimization, etc.)