Join us on April 12, 2025, for VentureLab’s fourth annual fundraising gala, Ready, Set, Startup!, at Assembly Hall in East Austin. Celebrate and support the next generation of diverse innovators through an exciting evening of activities, including a fan-favorite ‘Shark Tank’ style competition.
Practice entrepreneurial thinking this Thanksgiving with VentureLab’s fun and engaging printables! Our “Thankful Turkey” and “Mindset Feather” activities are great for kids and families to share what they’re grateful for while learning key entrepreneurial traits. Download the free printables and bring creativity and connection to your Thanksgiving celebration!
The Antonio E. Garcia Arts and Education Center (Garcia Center) in Corpus Christi, Texas, partnered with VentureLab to host a week-long spring break camp for high school students focused on entrepreneurship. Through VentureLab’s Idea to Pitch program, the students explored the world of entrepreneurship, practiced leadership skills, and showcased their business ideas at a culminating pitch event.
November is National Entrepreneurship Month, and VentureLab is partnering with Mizzen Education to provide three weeks of inspiring youth entrepreneurship resources. These engaging activities for grades 1-12 foster creativity, resilience, and problem-solving, empowering the next generation of innovators. Explore our collections on Mizzen’s platform to help young trailblazers thrive!
VentureLab’s Career Exploration & Innovation program at Agnes Cotton Academy in San Antonio helped middle school students shape their futures. Over 15 weeks, students engaged in hands-on activities, connected with professionals, and presented career research projects in a community showcase. Learn how this program boosts career awareness, digital skills, and critical thinking.
Discover the Planet Mooz Diner activity, a fun and engaging way to foster creativity and entrepreneurial thinking in youth. Perfect for Girl Scouts and any young innovators!
Discover how Mission St. Louis partnered with VentureLab to implement an innovative afterschool entrepreneurship program for K-8 students. Learn how the 15-week Idea to Pitch curriculum culminated in an inspiring pitch contest, boosting students’ confidence, public speaking skills, and interest in STEM fields.
This summer, VentureLab and Saint Louis University (SLU) partnered to create an inspiring entrepreneurship experience for young innovators in St. Louis. Through the Allsup Summer Camp, students engaged in VentureLab’s “Idea to Pitch” program, developing critical entrepreneurial skills, participating in innovation challenges, and presenting their ideas in a pitch competition. This collaboration highlights our shared commitment to empowering youth and fostering a new generation of entrepreneurs.
VentureLab is excited to announce the launch of our VentureLab Hubs initiative, a strategic expansion of K-12 entrepreneurship programming in key cities across the United States. These Hubs are dynamic centers aimed at fostering entrepreneurial mindsets and skills among youth, creating vibrant ecosystems of innovation and creativity. Currently established in San Antonio, St. Louis, and Salt Lake City, these Hubs build on successful existing programs, supported by dedicated funding and local staff. Join us in empowering the next generation of changemakers and creating a brighter, more innovative future for all.
Discover how a nonprofit agency in Springfield, IL empowers low-income and minority high school students to become entrepreneurs. Through a 17-week afterschool program, underserved students gain skills for successful business models. With VentureLab’s Idea to Pitch program, they improve public speaking and embrace failure. TSP staff drive curiosity and collaboration for engaging STEM learning. The program culminates in a student showcase, and 90% report increased STEM interest.
At VentureLab, we’ve taught entrepreneurial concepts to hundreds of girls—and boys. Our ESTEAM curriculum combines science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics with entrepreneurship, helping students identify needs, create solutions, and take calculated risks. This hands-on approach encourages creativity, problem-solving, and confidence, preparing them for future success in STEAM fields. Discover how our programs inspire the next generation of innovative leaders.
Join us in celebrating National Mentorship Month with VentureLab’s Spark 2023 Graduates. Explore the transformative journey of young entrepreneurs nurtured through our Spark Startup Materials & ESTEAM® Mentorship Program.
Explore Anjana’s journey with VentureLab, a testament to how we’re supporting future leaders. This story exemplifies our commitment to nurturing young entrepreneurial talent, providing them with the skills and confidence to innovate and lead in tomorrow’s business world. Join us in empowering the next generation of changemakers.
VentureLab is dedicated to fostering young innovators like Erin, whose entrepreneurial journey is a shining example of our mission in action. Join us during Global Entrepreneurship Week to support our campaign, aiming to raise $10,000 by December 31st, enhanced by a generous matching challenge from Cirrus Logic. Your donation now counts twice, fueling the entrepreneurial dreams of young minds and securing a future filled with diverse leaders. Help us empower more youth to transform their dreams into tangible successes.
VentureLab’s collaboration with BakerRipley in Houston showcases the transformative power of youth entrepreneurship education. Discover how a week-long program ignited passion, confidence, and a renewed interest in business among students, reinforcing the belief that entrepreneurship is more than just starting a business—it’s cultivating a mindset for success and innovation.
Through a scholarship to VentureLab’s Idea to Pitch Program, facilitated by the Georgia Statewide Afterschool Network, STARBASE Robins’ annual STEM Summer Camps became a transformative experience. One educator noted, “I am just overall proud of myself for completing the process and getting students excited about entrepreneurship.” This partnership has fostered confidence, creativity, and leadership in students and staff alike.