Detroit CHEMpreneurIST is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2021. It collaborates closely with local schools, educators, and community groups to offer unique afterschool and summer programming that blend personal care chemistry with entrepreneurial education. The organization’s programs, designed to align with Michigan’s ELA and Science standards, integrate a comprehensive STEEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Art, and Math) approach. The initiative not only equips students with the skills to pursue their interests but also seeks to enrich the STEEAM fields with diverse perspectives. By paving a way for minority-owned businesses, Detroit CHEMpreneurIST plays a role in strengthening the local economy and fostering innovation.









