IGNITE is a non-profit organization that aims to inspire young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through hands-on learning opportunities and role models. The organization was founded in 2000 in response to declining numbers of women entering STEM fields. IGNITE works directly with schools by giving presentations, field trips, internships, and mentoring to help change perceptions and encourage more girls to study STEM subjects. Since starting, over 10,000 girls have participated in IGNITE events and the organization hopes to expand its work internationally.