Shark Tank highlights
For 5 years, the generosity of Shark Tank donors has provided 45 grants to 25 countries. Here are some highlights from past Shark Tank projects.
For 100 years, participants in the Perkins International Educational Leadership Program (ELP) have traveled from across the globe to take part in an immersive education experience on our campus.
Perkins Shark Tank is part of the ELP experience: an opportunity to design an innovative project, work with a mentor to develop a pitch, and present to investors with the power to turn a big dream into a big change for children.
Perkins Shark Tank matches innovative ideas to help children with disabilities learn with investment capital to make these ideas a reality. These leaders return home with world class training and a supportive global network, ready to teach children, change policy, and help build inclusive education for all children.
For 5 years, the generosity of Shark Tank donors has provided 45 grants to 25 countries. Here are some highlights from past Shark Tank projects.
Nikolina Juric, Class of 2016
Nikolina developed a comprehensive program that provides vocational and independent living services that continues to thrive today.
Ausward Siwinda, Class of 2019
Ausward’s program provided training for parents and teachers of students with disabilities who were left out. His initiative was expanded and children are now attending school.
Tuti Hendrawati, Class of 2018
Tuti has transformed her orphanage to a quality education and community outreach program, building a supportive system with children at the center.
Samir Ashmawy, Class of 2018
Samir’s project focused on creating adaptive equipment to help children with disabilities access their learning environment.
Benita Gonzalez, Class of 2017
Benita created a model resource room for students with disabilities in a public school in collaboration with the government.
Enock Ombok, Class of 2018
Enock further established the proper assessment of students with deafblindness in order for them to be placed in programs that meet their needs.