Upcoming Events

Learn more about our upcoming events and how to participate in them.


January Book Drive Volunteering Event
Jan
14

January Book Drive Volunteering Event

Join the Mission:MathMinds January Book Drive Volunteering Event to get SERVICE HOURS while sorting, packing, and counting donated books going to children locally and globally! Get ready for blasted MUSIC and to win ICE CREAM GIFT CARDS!

Sun, 1/14 from 1 - 3 pm @ Kumon of Rolling Meadows, 2065 Plum Grove Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008



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Palatine Jaycees STEAM Fair
Dec
11

Palatine Jaycees STEAM Fair

Join us at this year's Palatine Jaycees STEAM Fair! Kids and families are invited for a variety of stations that will cover science, technology, engineering and math concepts at levels ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade. We would love to see you there! 

Address: Lincoln Elementary School at 1021 North Ridgewood Ln, Palatine, IL. 

Date: 12/11 @ 5:30-8 PM

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November BDVE
Nov
19

November BDVE

Join the Mission:MathMinds September Book Drive Volunteering Event to get SERVICE HOURS while sorting, packing, and counting donated books AND writing cards going to children locally and globally! Get ready for blasted MUSIC, free PIZZA, and to win ICE CREAM GIFT CARDS!

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Connect and Color for Ukraine Mission:MathMinds Fundraiser
Oct
15

Connect and Color for Ukraine Mission:MathMinds Fundraiser

Mark your calendars for October 15th, from 3 PM to 5 PM, at Kumon of Rolling Meadows, as we present Connect and Color for Ukraine Mission:MathMinds Fundraiser, a captivating family-friendly coloring event!

It’s a time to relax, connect and color art that TRANSFORMS! This event is great for families and especially students, grades 5 through high school. When the event is over, our partner, Connect and Color, will email you a free digital version of the Art Collab as a Keepsake for attending. We suggest a minimum donation of $10 per person. All money raised will be used for shipping the books to Poland. Space is limited, so please RSVP by October 11th. Registration and payment options are below.

Immerse yourself in a world of colors and creativity, enjoying precious moments with family and friends. A small entry fee ensures your participation, and rest assured, every cent raised will directly support Mission: MathMinds' upcoming educational initiatives.

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Demanding Diversity Webinar
Oct
3

Demanding Diversity Webinar

Attention female STEM students! If you've ever felt that STEM fields are dominated by boys, it's time to shatter that illusion. Join the Mission:MathMinds Demanding Diversity Webinar on Tuesday, October 3 from 6-7 pm CT designed for girls ready to embrace STEM's diversity. Understand why representation matters, how diversity fuels innovation, and why diverse teams excel in tackling major challenges. Gain the confidence to embark on your STEM journey—register now and break down those unseen barriers. Joining us is Female Role Model and diversity and inclusion expert, Rachel Jacobsen!

This webinar is intended for female students in grades 3-12.

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September Book Drive Volunteering Event
Sep
17

September Book Drive Volunteering Event

Join the Mission:MathMinds September Book Drive Volunteering Event to get SERVICE HOURS while sorting, packing, and counting donated books! Get ready for blasted MUSIC, free PIZZA, and to win ICE CREAM GIFT CARDS!

Sun, 9/17 from 1 - 3 pm @ Kumon of Rolling Meadows, 2065 Plum Grove Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008




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July Book Drive Volunteering Event
Jul
16

July Book Drive Volunteering Event

Join the Mission:MathMinds July Book Drive Volunteering Event to get SERVICE HOURS while sorting, packing, and counting donated books AND writing cards going to children locally and globally! Get ready for blasted MUSIC, free PIZZA, and to win ICE CREAM GIFT CARDS!

Sun, 7/16 from 2-5 PM @ Kumon of Rolling Meadows, 2065 Plum Grove Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

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Diving Into STEAM
Jul
10
to Jul 14

Diving Into STEAM

Join this immersive experience for students to learn about the different fields of STEM through hands-on activities - Minecraft, building solar-powered machines, and much more!

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Global Book Drive Shipping Ceremony
Apr
23

Global Book Drive Shipping Ceremony

Join us as we celebrate the incredible achievement of collecting over 15,000 books (worth $200,000+) and we'll be shipping the books out to our partners in Ukraine, France, Poland, and more. Supporting us at the event will be several community leaders including Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, and many more.

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Line by Line: Decoding Computer Science Webinar
Apr
18

Line by Line: Decoding Computer Science Webinar

Join us to learn how students can learn to start early in creating a future career in computer science! High-level insight will be shared by Brianne Caplan, UChicago Careers in Comp Sci Program Director as she talks about how female leaders can overcome barriers and stereotypes working against them when it comes to having an executive position in computer science. Learn more and register ASAP (spots are limited).

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Microsoft STEAM Fair
Apr
15

Microsoft STEAM Fair

Calling students of all ages in Chicago for this unique opportunity! Join us for a STEAM Fair on Saturday, April 15th, at Harper College where students can explore various interactive exhibits and workshops with industry experts, as well as join the Mission:MathMinds special workshop featuring an escape room: Uncovering Math Mysteries! It's FREE and open to all students!

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Connecting the Dots in Medicine Workshop
Feb
6

Connecting the Dots in Medicine Workshop

Interested in the medical field, but don’t know the difference between practicing and researching medicine? Register for the Mission:MathMinds Connecting the Dots in Medicine Workshop to hear more about exploring the field of medicine from high-achieving and empowering female leaders Dr. Anjali Gera at Northwestern Medicine, and Charukesi Sivakumar, a Ph.D. student at the University of Michigan, on February 6 from 5-6 PM CT, virtually.

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January BDVE
Jan
29

January BDVE

Join us at the Mission:MathMinds Jan Book Drive Volunteering Event to get SERVICE HOURS while sorting, packing, and counting donated books going to children locally and globally! Get ready for blasted MUSIC, free PIZZA, and to win ICE CREAM GIFT CARDS!

Sun, 1/29 from 1 - 5 pm @ Kumon of Rolling Meadows, 2065 Plum Grove Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

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Microsoft BCGT STEM Workshop
Oct
21

Microsoft BCGT STEM Workshop

Mission:MathMinds attended the Microsoft BCGT STEM Workshop Event on Friday, October 21 - a day full of meeting female role models and learning about the wonderful STEM programs and mentors out there to support middle and high school.

Huge thank you to Lori Kim from Microsoft and BCGT for leading such an amazing event. Lori Kim is a Mission:MathMinds Female Role Model - you can find her interview on our website.

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Book Drive Volunteering Event
Sep
25

Book Drive Volunteering Event

Join Mission:MathMinds Book Drive volunteering to help count books going to Ukrainian refugee children and underprivileged Chicago communities and get SERVICE HOURS! We're going to blast MUSIC, eat PIZZA, and compete to win ICE CREAM GIFT CARDS! Bring your siblings, friends, and more! 

Sun, 9/25 from 1 pm - 4 pm @ Kumon of Rolling Meadows, 2065 Plum Grove Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

Sign up: https://forms.gle/x4VUa9KQG7tUDpQWA

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Making Cards for Ukrainian Refugee Children
Jul
23

Making Cards for Ukrainian Refugee Children

Join Mission:MathMinds as we make cards for Ukrainian Refugee Children to be hand-delivered, on behalf of Mission:MathMinds, in Poland at several schools during such a difficult time. Bring your siblings, friends, etc - please share! Sign up: https://forms.gle/CjXFct5z9cBXJuyWA

FOOD AND DRINKS ARE PROVIDED.

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