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Together for Youth: Celebrating Afterschool, Supporting What Works

VentureLab fully backs the release of $1.3 billion in 21st Century Community Learning Centers funding—restoring vital after-school and summer enrichment across 10,000+ U.S. programs. Our ESTEAM® curriculum (Entrepreneurship, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) directly fuels those opportunities by fueling hands-on learning and mentorship. We’re committed to ensuring this momentum continues so every youth can access creative, confidence-building programs

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July 21, 2025

VentureLab and Mission St. Louis Featured In The St. Louis American

Beyond School sparks young entrepreneurs! 🌟 K–8 students in St. Louis joined Mission: St. Louis’s 16-week “Beyond School” entrepreneurship program—teaming with VentureLab—pitching ideas like cleaning products and a wellness app to judges on May 8, 2025. This program builds resilience, community focus, and business smarts by helping kids prototype, pitch, and problem-solve in a fun, failure-friendly space.

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June 24, 2025
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Ready, Set, Startup! 2025: A Night to Remember

On April 12, 2025, we welcomed over 200 supporters to Assembly Hall in Austin for VentureLab’s fourth annual Ready, Set, Startup! gala. Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Brown Advisory, and the support of attendees and sponsors, the evening was a great success—raising $215,000 to support youth entrepreneurship education.

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April 23, 2025
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Hidden Cove STEAM Academy’s Journey with VentureLab’s Idea to Pitch Program

Hidden Cove STEAM Academy, located in San Antonio, TX, offers a forward-thinking learning environment grounded in STEAM principles. Learn more about Hidden Cove STEAM Academy. The school’s mission is to deliver an innovative educational experience that meets the needs of modern learners. Their vision—Encourage Innovation, Embrace Non-Traditional Learning, and Elevate Student Outcomes—aligns closely with VentureLab’s mission to cultivate entrepreneurial mindsets and skills in youth.

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April 22, 2025
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“Kid Nation Inc.’s Role in Empowering San Antonio Youth through Entrepreneurial Learning”

Kid Nation Inc.’s mission is simple, “We are a youth serving nonprofit organization designed to enrich, empower, and engage youth in a fun, safe environment.” Their goals are to help youth get a head start in their careers through exploration and learning, a boost in their academic performance, service projects to develop character and the means to improve college & job applications, and much more.

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April 17, 2025
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