A Bay Area nonprofit has blossomed from a mom's idea to an invitation from the White House.
It's all about changing the face of science by giving all young girls an opportunity to discover and engage in STEM – science, technology, engineering and math.
Scientific Adventures for Girls is based in Oakland.
NBC Bay Area Meteorologist Vianey Arana has more in the video report above.
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