Innovation Center
A creative hub where students and ideas come to life
The Challenge
A good idea can’t grow without the right tools.
Too many young people have the vision, but not the space or support to bring it to life. Without space to explore tech and innovation, students miss out on the skills that lead to opportunity.
Hands-on learning increases knowledge retention by 75%, compared to 5–10% from passive learning.
How the Innovation Center Makes A Difference
The Innovation Center is a flexible, tech-enabled space that supports students, staff, and community partners.
It’s a shared environment for exploration, production, collaboration, and connection across multiple Urban Ventures programs.
Students who engage in creative problem-solving and tech-based learning are more likely to pursue STEM careers and report higher confidence in their abilities.
What it looks like
The space includes open seating, digital media tools, and space for everything from career exploration to digital art, group projects, and college prep workshops. It’s also a launchpad for partnerships, events, and collaborative initiatives.
“When the students walk in and see all the technology available to learn the excitement is clear. And the creativity is incredible! It’s all about access, once they have it they’re off.”
- Urban Ventures staff
The Innovation Center is introducing students to new opportunities
💛 You Can Help Make This Possible
Programs like this are possible because of people who believe in the potential of every child and family we serve.
Your generosity fuels lasting change across our neighborhood and for the generations to come.