INDIANA– Sparklight®, a leading fiber-fueled internet provider, is launching its 2026 “Dream Bigger” contest, awarding $30,000 to support science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education for K–12 students. Twelve winning schools or organizations will receive $2,500 each.
Through the annual contest, Sparklight aims to help educators bring hands-on STEM experiences into classrooms and learning environments, equipping K–12 students with skills that spark curiosity, problem-solving, and new ideas.
“STEM education is critical to helping students thrive in an increasingly digital world,” said Trish Niemann, Sparklight Vice President of Communications Strategy. “Dream Bigger allows us to invest in projects that give students meaningful, hands-on exposure to STEM concepts and enrich their learning experiences.”
K–12 schools and organizations located in communities Sparklight serves are eligible to enter. Applicants are asked to submit a photo and a written summary explaining how the award will be used to support a STEM project — such as classroom equipment, robotics or science competitions, curriculum development, or other materials — and how the project will benefit students.
Entries for the 2026 contest will be accepted from Feb. 17 through March 10 at sparklight.com/contest. Finalists will be selected by Sparklight, and the 12 winners will be chosen through public voting from March 12 through March 18 at sparklight.com/contest. Winning schools and organizations will be highlighted on Sparklight’s social media channels, helping spotlight innovative STEM programs and the educators behind them.
Since launching the Dream Bigger initiative, Sparklight has awarded nearly $200,000 to STEM programs across its footprint.
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About Sparklight
Sparklight is a leading broadband communications provider delivering exceptional service and enabling more than 1 million residential and business customers across 24 states to thrive and stay connected to what matters most. Through Sparklight®, the brand our customers know and trust, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity – we’re transforming it with a commitment to innovation, reliability, and customer experience at our core.
Our robust infrastructure and cutting-edge technology don’t just keep our customers connected; they help drive progress in education, business, and everyday life. We’re dedicated to bridging the digital divide, empowering our communities, and fostering a more connected world. When our customers choose Sparklight, they are choosing a team that is always working for them — one that believes in the relentless pursuit of reliability, because being a trusted neighbor isn’t just what we do — it’s who we are.
