One Small Step for Science

Our Mission

One Small Step for Science is a nonprofit initiative dedicated to placing smart, app-controlled telescopes—like the ZWO Seestar—into public libraries, community science centers and directly into kid's hands through donation. 

Our goal is to make astronomy accessible to everyone, especially students, families, and underserved communities. Whether you're a first-time stargazer or a curious learner, we want to give you the tools to explore the universe, right from your backyard.

How It Works

We partner with libraries and public institutions to install user-friendly ZWO Seestar telescopes that anyone can check out or use on-site. Each telescope includes easy-to-follow guides, protective cases, and community support.

The Seestar is a compact, electric telescope that connects to your phone or tablet, letting users explore the Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects with just a few taps of a button.

Why It Matters

Many people never get the chance to look through a telescope, let alone capture images of distant galaxies. We believe science should be hands-on, public, and joyful—not locked away behind expensive gear or remote observatories.

With One Small Step for Science, we’re putting the stars back into public hands.

Get Involved

• Donate: Your support helps us purchase and maintain telescope kits.
  
  

• Partner: Are you a library or STEM educator? We’d love to work with you.
  
  

• Sponsor: We welcome corporate partners like ZWO and STEM foundations to help expand our reach.
  
  

📧 Reach out at: info@onesmallstepforscience.org

(Donation functionality coming soon!)