We're all on a mission
The Endeavour Scholarship
Nation-to-nation, we’re inspiring the next generation of explorers, connecting a STEM-driven community and forming lifelong friendships along the way.
“When you consider the decades of rigor and discipline it’s going to take to successfully put people from Earth on Mars, and that getting to Mars is just one of the countless engineering challenges we face on our own planet today, we need to pick up the pace. The pipeline for STEM talent can handle a lot more volume, and Space Camp is a proven connection.”
Col. Al Worden, Apollo 15, CMP
Colonel Al Worden
Who We Are
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The Al Worden "Endeavour" Scholarship is a nation-to-nation initiative encouraging young people to pursue careers as explorers and engineers
Apollo 15 Command Module Pilot Colonel Al Worden, a global advocate for science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) education, inspired the Endeavour Scholarship program which launched in 2019.
Managed by the nonprofit Kallman Foundation, a 501(c)(3), the program awards scholarships that bring teams of carefully selected secondary school-age students, and their teacher chaperones, to participate in the world-renowned Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama, USA.
Carrying out Worden’s legacy through advocacy, Apollo 16 Lunar Module Pilot, Brigadier General Charlie Duke, USAF (Ret) has been an ambassador for the program for the past two years, meeting scholarship winners at select awards ceremonies and inspiring hundreds at Space Camp in July 2022 and 2023.
Working in close cooperation with Kallman Worldwide, Inc., the organizer of official USA national participation in leading international air shows, the Endeavour Scholarship award and recognition ceremonies are paired with selected air shows over a two-year cycle. The entire roster of ‘Endeavour Scholars’ includes students and teachers from the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Chile, France, Singapore, Australia, Bahrain, Poland and the United States.
The program is funded through the generosity of private-sector corporations and individuals who share Al Worden’s passion for inspiring future generations to work across national boundaries and keep reaching for new horizons.
Blast off into space with this out-of-this-world fun fact! Did you know that over 50 years ago, country music journeyed all the way to the moon? That’s right! During the Apollo 16 mission in 1972, each astronaut had the chance to bring their favorite music on board, and our @endeavourscholarship Mission Ambassador, Charlie Duke @cmduke16 , brought some good ol’ country tunes!
But here’s the best part: country music icons of that era, such as Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Buck Owens, Floyd Cramer, Chet Atkins, and Jerry Reed, crafted special songs on two cassettes with hidden messages exclusively for Charlie Duke! Fast forward a few years, and a tribute song was made in honor of this extraordinary experience. It’s titled ‘Charlie Duke Brought Country Music to the Moon,’ celebrating this legendary moment and his story of becoming an astronaut. We at @endeavourscholarship Foundation are fascinated by this piece of history, and we invite you to listen to the tribute song and enjoy it as much as we do: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=Go-lw3WBJIo&list=OLAK5uy_l3wSA7GnyAJtIeJxn2-_3Big-kFbpnXy4
This fun fact about country music reaching the moon is just one example of how STEM influences and touches every aspect of our daily lives, from the music we enjoy to the exploration of space. STEM shapes and transforms our experiences in ways we may not always recognize, serving as a reminder of the wonders of science and technology that surround us each and every day.
Now, we’d love to hear from you: What’s your favorite music genre? If you were heading to the moon, what tunes would you bring along? Share it with us in this post.
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Today is #TakeYourKidToWorkDay at the @endeavourscholarship, and we`re over the #moon with excitement! Young minds are getting an exclusive peek into the world of space exploration, #innovation, and endless possibilities. #Inspiring the next generation of #astronauts and #scientists is what we`re all about. Let`s ignite their curiosity and fuel their dreams!
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Happy #EarthDay2024 from the Endeavour Scholarship Foundation team! Today, let`s celebrate our beautiful #planet and reflect on our responsibility to care for it and our commitment to its #preservation every single day.
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As advocates for #innovation, we recognize the importance of igniting #imagination and nurturing #creativity. Today, on #WorldCreativityandInnovationDay, we celebrate the limitless potential within each of us to #innovate and drive positive change.
Join us at @endeavourscholarship Foundation as we empower young minds to channel their #creative potential and shape a future filled with endless possibilities in #STEM careers. Together, let`s turn #ideas into action and transform dreams into reality!
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Wrapping up four action-packed days at the 39th Space Symposium in Colorado Springs! We had a blast making countless connections and engaging in great conversations about the Endeavour Scholarship Foundation. Audiences cherished every moment with the legend, Charlie Duke, Apollo 16 Astronaut. What an extraordinary experience it has been! Space has captivated people worldwide, of all ages and backgrounds—it`s a shared passion that ignites hearts and minds early in life.
At the event, our Endeavour Scholarship team, alongside our Mission Ambassador, Charlie Duke, made numerous new connections and reconnected with fellow space colleagues. We engaged in insightful discussions with space enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds—a rewarding experience, hearing everyone`s stories.
Charlie shared his knowledge and insights, educating everyone about the transformative impact of The Endeavour Scholarship Foundation’s mission. Our goal is to nurture young, talented minds, and empower them to become the leaders and innovators of tomorrow in exciting STEM careers, encouraging them to always dream big and aim for the stars! Together, let`s pave the way for a brighter future through the limitless possibilities that STEM offers!
Take a look at some snapshots from our Endeavour team`s dynamic visits with partners, colleagues, clients, and new acquaintances, including @airbus, @saicinc, @asrcfederal, @flir, @thermofisherscientific, @ansys_inc , @redwire_space, @natreconofc, @spacefoundation, @kbr.inc, @northropgrumman, @cnes_france News Factory, @hsvchamber, @RAM Aviation, Space & Defense, @fisherspacepen, @boeing, @lockheedmartin, and many more.
Our team can`t wait to return for the 40th Space Symposium. We`ll be awaiting it!
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