FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 2025
The Mars Initiative Launches National Giving Tuesday Partnership with Panda Express
[HOUSTON, TEXAS] — The Mars Initiative, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing space exploration and education, announced a partnership with Panda Express as a nationwide effort to raise funds for STEM classroom grants designed to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and explorers.
When: Tuesday, December 2,2025
Place your order for pickup or delivery on Tuesday, December 2!
Where: Available at all Panda Express locations nationwide at www.pandaexpress.com
How: Online orders only. Apply code 9009537 in the Fundraiser Code box during online checkout at www.pandaexpress.com or via the Panda Express App
The Mars Initiative is fully volunteer-driven, with 100% of public donations directed toward mission-aligned programs including STEM education grants, space advocacy, and micro-funding for organizations working toward human exploration of Mars.
About The Mars Initiative
Founded in 2010, The Mars Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to accelerate humanity’s journey to Mars through education, awareness, and funding. The organization supports projects that expand access to space education and advance research and innovation in space exploration with over 25 grants awarded since 2017.
For more information or to donate, visit www.marsinitiative.org or follow @MarsInitiative on X, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Media Contact:
The Mars Initiative
Email: rich.romano@marsinitiative.org
Website: www.marsinitiative.org