Transforming Young Minds
Through Entrepreneurial Learning
2023 IMPACT REPORT
Transforming Young Minds
Through Entrepreneurial Learning
2023 IMPACT REPORT
At VentureLab we empower students and educators to think like
We’re on a mission to create the next generation of diverse innovators and changemakers by making entrepreneurship education accessible to all youth. Our promise to the communities we serve is to develop the entrepreneurial mindsets and skills that prepare students for careers of the future.
In 2023, we reached more students, educators and communities than ever.
Launching Junior Java Coffee
“I am truly grateful for (VentureLab’s) support! Both the Spark mentorship and the resources provided have made a truly amazing impact on my business!”
Our programs delivered meaningful outcomes for student success.
Increased confidence and failure resiliency:
Expanded knowledge:
College and career readiness:
Increased confidence and failure resiliency:
Expanded knowledge:
College and career readiness:
Mentorship Matters
A key outcome of the Spark mentorship program is the remarkable growth in students’ self-confidence. Through the guidance and validation provided by their mentors, mentees develop a strong belief in their abilities. This newfound self-confidence empowers them to take calculated risks, embrace challenges, and approach entrepreneurship with an optimistic outlook. It becomes the fuel that drives them forward in the face of adversity.
Class: 2033
Hometown: Florissant, MO
Interests/Activities: Art, Math, Science
Erin turned her passion into a thriving jewelry business, showcasing the potential of early entrepreneurship education. When Erin was 8 years old, she participated in VentureLab’s Spark Startup Materials & ESTEAM Mentorship Program, where she honed her skills, learned about market trends, and developed a business plan.
Erin presented her scientific process for color mixing and experimenting with different materials at Black Girls Do STEM’s fall showcase and sold over $200 in products.
“One of the biggest things I learned from VentureLab is how to embrace failure. Now I know that when you fail, it’s a lesson. You can learn from failure!”
It starts with the entrepreneurial mindset
Hear what matters most to Kara Siebe, an educator in St. Louis, Missouri. VentureLab provides entrepreneurship education to hundreds of young students in her district.