SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – 21 June 2006 – Motorola, Inc.
(NYSE: MOT) today announced its continuing support of math and science
initiatives with a grant from the Motorola Foundation to After School Matters.
After School Matters is a non-profit organization that provides Chicago teens
enriching out-of-school activities and apprenticeships by partnering with the
City of Chicago, Chicago Public Schools, the Chicago Public Library, Chicago
Park District, and other Community-Based Organizations throughout the city.
“Science is an important part of preparing Chicago’s teens for the future,”
said Maggie Daley, Chair of After School Matters. “With Motorola’s support, we
are expanding our programming in exciting new directions and fostering the
scientists, engineers, and innovators of tomorrow.”
Motorola’s grant will be used to establish several Robotics Clubs in after
school and summer programs for underserved inner-city students. Clubs will
range from basic levels providing hands-on robotics training to upper level
clubs offering robotics competitions and possible internships at local
technology companies, including Motorola.
“Our involvement with After School Matters is a great way for Motorola to
revitalize the communities in which we do business,” said Eileen Sweeney,
director of the Motorola Foundation. “These opportunities will provide Chicago
teens a chance to form relationships with adults and peers in their neighbourhoods
while motivating them to pursue careers in math and science.”
After School Matters Executive Director David Sinski explains, “Every young
Chicagoan has the potential to become a pioneer in robotics or engineering or
even the CEO of their own technology company. By partnering with Motorola, we
are helping teens realize those aspirations and gain marketable job skills that
have value in Chicago’s growing science and technology industries.”
Motorola also provides support to other technology programs, such as the FIRST
Robotics and FIRST Lego Leagues, two organizations that stress teamwork among
young people while celebrating math and science.
About Motorola Foundation
For more information on Motorola Corporate and Foundation giving, please visit:
www.motorola.com/giving. With over 68,000 employees globally, Motorola seeks to
benefit the communities in which it operates around the world. The company
achieves this by making strategic grants, forging strong community
partnerships, fostering innovation, and engaging stakeholders. The Motorola
Foundation has as its funding focus, education, community, and environmental
issues.
Source: Motorola press release
