At Aquinas College, "hope" becomes action through partnerships that make STEM education accessible to all. This interactive session explores how collaborations with STEM Greenhouse, Young Money Finances, and the Girl Scouts of West Michigan expand equity and belonging in STEM for over 200 K-12 students annually. Presenters will share impact data, lessons learned, and strategies for sustaining authentic community partnerships. Participants will engage in a design-thinking activity to create their own equity-centered partnership blueprint. Key takeaways include tools to measure impact, approaches for building trust across sectors, and actionable strategies for advancing civic engagement and educational equity where all students can thrive in STEM and beyond.