Greater Than Tech, San Diego, CA (2026)

10/08/2026

Greater Than Tech was written into federal law.

Our project was specifically included in Public Law 119-74 by Congresswoman Sara Jacobs, who represents California’s 51st District.

Signed into law on January 23, 2026, the legislation designated more than $405 million for 239 projects nationwide through NIST’s Congressionally Identified Projects Program.

In San Diego, 14 projects received a combined $14.18 million. Recipients included the City of San Diego, San Diego Unified School District, San Diego State University, the University of San Diego, the County Office of Education, and just two community nonprofits.

Greater Than Tech was one of them.

Our project was designated to receive $825,855 over three years.

That investment will sustain the programs we’ve already built and support the launch of our credentialed Industry 5.0 Ready program.

The timing matters, too. While Congress was finalizing this funding, the federal FY2026 budget request proposed a $325 million cut to NIST and criticized prior investments in certain STEM and climate-related curricula.

Congress ultimately funded these 239 projects anyway.

For Greater Than Tech, this is more than a funding milestone. It means federal investment in work already happening in our community, and the resources to take it further.

Want to learn more about the funding, what it supports, and what’s ahead for Greater Than Tech? Explore all the details here: https://greaterthantech.org/federal-funding-impact/ [link in bio]

10/08/2026

Greater Than Tech was written into federal law.

Our project was specifically included in Public Law 119-74 by Congresswoman Sara Jacobs, who represents California’s 51st District.

Signed into law on January 23, 2026, the legislation designated more than $405 million for 239 projects nationwide through NIST’s Congressionally Identified Projects Program.

In San Diego, 14 projects received a combined $14.18 million. Recipients included the City of San Diego, San Diego Unified School District, San Diego State University, the University of San Diego, the County Office of Education, and just two community nonprofits.

Greater Than Tech was one of them.

Our project was designated to receive $825,855 over three years.

That investment will sustain the programs we’ve already built and support the launch of our credentialed Industry 5.0 Ready program.

The timing matters, too. While Congress was finalizing this funding, the federal FY2026 budget request proposed a $325 million cut to NIST and criticized prior investments in certain STEM and climate-related curricula.

Congress ultimately funded these 239 projects anyway.

For Greater Than Tech, this is more than a funding milestone. It means federal investment in work already happening in our community, and the resources to take it further.

Want to learn more about the funding, what it supports, and what’s ahead for Greater Than Tech? Explore all the details here: https://buff.ly/phXCK6k [link in bio]

10/05/2026

NASCIO Give Back Program brought the Greater Than Tech community together in a big way. With 230 donations toward our goal of 250, we saw just how many people believe in giving young people more opportunities to explore our STEM+ programs and see where their ideas can take them.

We were honored to be selected as NASCIO’s Give Back partner during their conference in San Diego, and even more excited to have our work shared with a community that cares about the future of technology.

To everyone who donated, shared, encouraged someone else to give, or helped spread the word: thank you for showing up for GTT.

And to NASCIO, thank you for choosing us.

10/03/2026

There’s a lot happening at Greater Than Tech this fall, and we’d love to see our community get involved!

We’re heading to Leonardo DRS on October 16 for a behind-the-scenes STEM experience. Participants will get an inside look at the technology, products, and research happening in their labs. All girls are welcome to join!
Sign up by Sunday: https://hazel-vegetable-f86.notion.site/3c14133efa26804e85c3d9af5ff1095b

Then on October 17, join us for Girl Meets AI, a hackathon where girls can build, experiment, and explore what’s possible with AI. No previous hackathon experience is required, and all girls are welcome to join!

Know a friend who would love this? Invite them to join you!
Sign up: https://hazel-vegetable-f86.notion.site/3ea4133efa2680dc9d62eaff2216e604

Our Fall Capstone Project kicks off October 21 and is an alumnae-only opportunity to work with a team, build a project, and gain hands-on experience throughout the fall. Teams will meet every Wednesday, with additional Saturday practices beginning in December.

Sign up: https://hazel-vegetable-f86.notion.site/2384133efa2683289039813acad7160f

Save the dates, invite a friend, and we hope to see you at one of these experiences!

09/30/2026

What happens when you give young innovators a new space to share what they’ve created?

A little behind the scenes before our GTT Alumnae took their VR project to MAVERiC Studio’s Night Market during Comic-Con week.

After being recognized at Tech Over Tapas, Leilani, Olivia, and Evelyn had the opportunity to bring their project to a new audience and connect with creators, innovators, and community members from across San Diego.

We’re so grateful to and for helping create opportunities for young innovators to take their ideas into new spaces and share their work with the community.

And of course, we’re so proud of our alumnae for showing up, sharing their work, and representing GTT! 💙

Want to bring an immersive VR experience to your school? We offer VR programs designed to introduce students to new ways of exploring STEM, technology, and innovation. Reach out to us if you’re interested in bringing GTT to your school!

09/23/2026

A little glimpse into the Drone & AI program with JCCS! 🧡

Through hands-on activities and creative problem-solving, students had the opportunity to explore drones and artificial intelligence in an engaging, interactive way. The experience encouraged curiosity, creativity, and confidence as students experimented with new technology and their own ideas.

We’re grateful to JCCS for welcoming Greater Than Tech and partnering with us to create more opportunities for students to explore, learn, and discover what’s possible.

And a special shoutout to Tonie Smith, our instructor, for leading the program and creating such a fun, hands-on experience for the students!

09/05/2026

Greater Than Tech started with a small group of girls and one goal: to build self-efficacy through STEM + entrepreneurship. 🧡

As our students grew, our programs grew with them. We created specialized career pathways and an Alumnae Club so girls could continue learning, leading, and finding new opportunities beyond their first GTT experience.

Then, through partnerships with schools and community organizations, we expanded our reach and who we serve. Our Community Programs opened the GTT experience to boys, too, while our girl-centered programs continued creating dedicated spaces for girls to explore STEM and see themselves as innovators.

Today, GTT brings together STEM, business, innovation, mentorship, and leadership through programs serving students from junior high through college.

We began by creating space for girls. We grew into a community where even more young people can learn, build, and lead. 🚀

Swipe to see how we got here. ➡️

08/27/2026

There’s a lot happening in the GTT community! 💙 Save these dates and come be part of what’s next:

⚽ August 28 | PNC × GTT at San Diego Wave FC�
An alumnae-only afternoon with an Invest in Girls panel, women leaders, a special GTT activity, and a Wave FC match. Huge thanks to PNC Bank for making this opportunity possible!

🛠️ August 29 | 3D Printing & Design�
A community opportunity to explore 3D design, create a model in Tinkercad, and have it printed for free through the San Diego County Library.

🔬 October 16 | Leonardo DRS Tour�
GTT alumnae will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes at Leonardo DRS, a technology company developing advanced systems for defense and national security. This alumnae-only experience will offer a closer look at the technology and career opportunities behind their work.

📌 Save the dates, check the links in our bio, and stay connected for more details!

08/17/2026

This was BiGI × GTT Summer Academy 2026. 💙

Over five days, students explored new tech concepts, worked through real challenges, and turned what they learned into projects of their own.

The week ended with Demo Day, where they presented their ideas to a panel of judges and showed just how much they had grown.

Thank you to BiGI for another meaningful collaboration and for helping create spaces where students can learn, build, and lead.

08/13/2026

Five days. New ideas. Lasting impact.

BiGI × GTT Summer 2026 gave students the opportunity to explore new technology concepts, collaborate with their peers, and turn their ideas into solutions for real-world challenges.

Watching them present their projects on Demo Day was a reminder that innovation starts with curiosity, grows through teamwork, and comes to life when students are given the opportunity to create.

Thank you to BiGI for another incredible collaboration and for continuing to invest in the next generation of innovators. We’re grateful to be part of this journey and can't wait for what's next!

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