MicroSociety Inc.

www.microsociety.org

Grades K–5 Grades 6–8

MicroSociety Inc. (MSI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming education through immersive, real-world learning experiences. Since its founding in 1991, MSI has worked with schools across the U.S. and internationally to help students develop the entrepreneurial, financial, and civic skills needed for future success. Through participation in student-run miniature societies, we expand horizons, unlock potential, and ensure every child finds their place in the world and shines.

ORGANIZATION TYPE

Non-Profit Operator

STUDENTS SERVED

1000+

GEOGRAPHIC REACH

National

LOCALE(S) SERVED

Rural, Suburban, Urban, Tribal

WBL SERVICE MODELS

Career Fair / Career Day, Industry Speaker, Workplace Tour, Career Counseling / Assessments, Mentorship, Service Learning

DELIVERY MODALITY

School-based, Virtual Asynchronous

TYPICAL DURATION

Long-term

SCHOOL-BASED TIMING

After-school, In-school, Summer

COMPENSATION TYPE

Paid, Stipend, Unpaid, Academic Credit, Credential

STAKEHOLDERS SERVED

Educators, Employers, Families, Students

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

Multilingual

TARGETED POPULATIONS

English Learners, Other, Underrepresented Minorities

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

CAREER CLUSTERS ALIGNMENT

Advanced Manufacturing, Arts, Entertainment, & Design, Construction, Cross-cutting Cluster, Digital Technology, Education, Energy & Natural Resources, Healthcare & Human Services, Hospitality, Events, & Tourism, Management & Entrepreneurship, Marketing & Sales, Public Service & Safety

FUNDING MODEL

School Budgets, Grants, Earned Revenue

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