ADVANCING THE GLOBAL SPACE ECOSYSTEM THROUGH
CONNECTION&
INSPIRATION
ADVANCING THE GLOBAL SPACE ECOSYSTEM THROUGH
CONNECTION&
INSPIRATION
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ABOUT SPACE FOUNDATION
Space Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 as a gateway to advance the global space community. We uniquely connect and inspire the entire space workforce from early education through post-secondary (college, non-college, vocational), to the start of their careers as new professionals, and ultimately as leaders at the highest levels of government and commercial industry. As a charitable organization, Space Foundation raises support from corporate members, sponsors, individuals, and grants to offer a comprehensive portfolio of programs and activities that extend our worldwide mission.
SPACE FOUNDATION PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Explore opportunities to learn, connect and shape the future of space.
PROGRAMS
National Space Interns
Connecting talent with opportunities in the space industry.
National Space Day Competition
Middle school students develop innovative solutions for sustainable energy in space.
Teacher Liaisons
Teacher Liaisons inspire students and champion space education in their communities.
EVENTS
Space Symposium
Connecting global space leaders to explore ideas, build partnerships, and advance innovation.
National Space Day
Celebrating space to inspire curiosity, discovery, and the next generation of explorers.
Innovate Space Finance Forum
Connecting investors and space industry leaders to explore opportunities and fuel innovation.
SPACE FOUNDATION FEATURES & NEWS
Your gateway to an expansive world of knowledge and inspiration. Within these pages, you'll discover a wealth of articles, captivating videos, enlightening podcasts, and timely press releases, all designed to keep you informed, engaged, and excited about the ever-evolving landscape of the space community and its contributions to our world.
Martian Sample-Return Mission Launches
NASA is playing a key role in a JAXA mission that could return a sample from the Mars system for the first time in history. The Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission launched October 20 from Japan. It is scheduled to arrive near the Martian moons Phobos and Deimos in August 2027. The spacecraft will collect…
Colorado Springs, Huntsville Leaders Unite Behind Space Command Move
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Oct. 5, 2026) – Mayors and economic development leaders from Huntsville, Ala., and Colorado Springs, Colo., offered public assurances in a joint press conference Monday that the two communities are working together for a smooth transition as U.S. Space Command headquarters moves from Colorado to Alabama. The mission of ensuring national security and…
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