70 years championing young scientists
In an era of sock hops and soda fountains, the Southern Arizona Regional Science and Engineering Fair (SARSEF) began with just 120 student projects. 70 years later, it’s one of the largest in the world.
As projects evolved from hand-drawn displays to digital showcases, one thing remains: our commitment to empowering young innovators.
65,035 original projects from young scientists and engineers
70 annual science and engineering fairs
164,484 student innovators presenting their work
Tell us your Fair story
We want to hear the stories of those who have had involvement with SARSEF through the decades. By telling your story, you help to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers, and ensure that the Fair can continue to impact our community for decades more to come!
Please share any memories or impact your involvement as a student, judge, educator, caregiver, volunteer, etc. has had throughout your life!
SARSEF $70 for 70
As we mark this milestone, we ask you to join our $70 for 70 giving campaign! Your donation of $70 or more will help us reach our goal of $70,000 to support creating Arizona’s future critical thinkers and problem solvers through science and engineering!
Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, every gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000—donate today and double your impact!