Hands-on labs for Georgia's talent
We connect Georgia's emerging talent with local industry mentors to build tangible solutions in STEM, creative arts, and local entrepreneurship.
Designed to solve local challenges
Students choose a primary lab track, collaborating with peers and industry professionals to design and build physical prototypes.
STEM Lab
Creative Arts
Entrepreneurship
Build physical prototypes, program microcontrollers, and design circuits alongside professional engineers.
Design digital media, brand identities, and community installations that tell powerful local stories.
Develop business models, refine pitch decks, and launch real community initiatives with local founders.
How our labs operate
Form a Team
Partner with Mentors
Build the Solution
Showcase Impact
Students unite around a shared interest in STEM, arts, or local business development.
A local industry professional joins the lab to guide technical execution and strategy.
Teams use real-world tools, circuit boards, and design software to build prototypes.
Students present finished projects to community partners and local Georgia leaders.
Frequently asked questions
Who can enroll?
What is the cost?
How do mentors join?
Programs are open to Georgia middle and high school students, as well as emerging young professionals looking for real-world skills.
Thanks to our generous donors and community partners, our core lab programs and mentorship tracks are fully funded and free for accepted students.
Local industry professionals can apply to lead a lab, offering technical guidance and career mentorship on Saturday mornings.
Ready to build what's next?
Join a collaborative lab space, learn from local industry mentors, and turn your ideas into tangible community solutions.