What is the ARCS Foundation and what does it do?
The ARCS (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists) Foundation began in 1958. Established in the aftermath of the Soviet launching of Sputnik, a group of 53 women philanthropic leaders committed to reestablishing U. S. technological superiority began giving financial awards to college students majoring in science and engineering. The group has grown to 14 chapters nationwide, with 1,500+ members, all volunteer leaders in their communities. The ARCS Foundation remains an all-women’s organization.
