GLAD Academy donated $6000 to 4
schools for STEM and Cultural initiatives
Located in Naperville, Illinois, it has around 2,551 students in grades 9-12. As the captain of the Science Olympiad and Science Bowl teams, Nina Zhan (Founder and President of GLAD), noticed the lack of diversity in these fields. Many talented students, particularly those from underrepresented groups, are excluded from these opportunities due to cultural stereotypes and lack of representation, inspiring her to donate and make an impact.
Nina supported STEM initiatives to provide underrepresented students with tools and opportunities to explore STEM fields, cultural initiatives to promote inclusion/address prejudices such as microaggressions, and to ensure that economically disadvantaged students are not left behind in pursuing their academic dreams.
Nina first began Science Olympiad in elementary school and was nominated as the Mission Maker of the entire school district. Her principal stated, “Nina is a positive role model for all students. She leads by example and her actions. Further, she is intrinsically motivated to make a difference in the world. She exemplifies characteristics that show strength beyond the classroom and are essential for success in our global world”. Nina believes that funding STEM and Social Studies programs at Meadow Glens will foster early interest in STEM and eliminate racial bias for future generations.
GLAD Academy donated 1285 bilingual books as part of a cultural initiative.
These audiobooks are narrated and translated by Nina Zhan, GLAD Academy’s Founder and President, an official paid audiobook narrator with a track record of elevating books to bestseller status. This initiative will enrich linguistic diversity and access
ibility in Naperville, home to the No. 1 Public Library in the U.S.
GLAD Academy donated thousands of dollars for Cultural initiatives
Securing RACIAL EQUITY and ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY for ALL
To end racism, homophobia, and LGBTQ/SGL bias and stigma — NJBC
GLAD donatied for enhancing & Empowring the Lives of the Arab American Community.
GLAD donated to create and enhance opportunities for girls who have been displaced globally by conflict and persecution
GLAD donated to the Autistic People of Color Fund for Community Reparations
GLAD Academy donated tens of thousands of dollars for Cultural & STEM initiatives
GLAD Academy donated funding for gifts, STEM school supplies, and their entire daily food supply.
Donation to Build a GLAD STEM Facility in Haiti
GLAD has donated funds to build a learning facility for Haitian children, ensuring a stable educational environment. Construction has begun.
GLAD Academy provides funding to support cultural and educational programs
GLAD Academy has donated 255 bilingual books, valued at approximately $2,000, to a school in Yunnan serving 830 students, laying the foundation for a bilingual cultural program.
This initiative not only provides access to valuable educational resources but also empowers students with language skills that open doors to global opportunities, fostering cross-cultural understanding..
GLAD Academy will donate bilingual books valued at approximately $2,000 (255 books in total) to 3+ Canadian public libraries for cultural initiatives.
GLAD Academy raises donations for students in China’s rural Yunnan Province. All proceeds from these donations will cover high school tuition and school supply fees for numerous children trying to break their family’s cycle of poverty and attend university to build a better life. This drive raised 4000 yuan in 3 days.
GLAD Academy supported a Provincial Education Department in Cambodia
GLAD Academy donates funds to Borvong Primary School in Cambodia
GLAD commits to educational access and empowerment
GYP Programs are supported by GLAD Academy, empowering young girls and fostering humanitarianism. Through fundraising, immersive field trips, training sessions, research, and online seminars, we inspire a new generation of changemakers to drive positive global change.
