Building a Future of opportunity for our community
We provide a welcoming and accessible space for anyone with a great idea to gain the skills they
need to bring their idea to life. With the help of generous sponsors, we gain the resources we need
to keep our doors wide open to the community, fostering innovation and the growth of burgeoning
local entrepreneurs and creators. Donations made go to initiatives such as the Next CEO merit
scholarship which provides students the opportunity to learn and grow as future tech leaders.
Our Values
Our lab’s core values come from the tenets of prototyping, and are embodied by every member of
our team.
Creativity
Far from something to be afraid of, failure is often the best teacher. We
encourage makers to test their ideas and never put limits on what they believe is possible.
Community
People can accomplish anything when they’re supported. IPL brings together diverse
voices from Houston and beyond to share experience and knowledge.
Learning
Education should be hands-on and lifelong. At IPL, makers from elementary school
to retirement broaden their creative horizons in our project-based classes.
Merit Scholarship
Next CEO
We’re helping students pave their way to become the next CEO by providing them access to
The Ion Prototyping Lab, entrepreneur mentorship, and 1 class of their choice per
quarter.
With so many talented students in our community, the help of our sponsors is crucial for
our ability to reach out and uplift as many as we can.
Donate now or contact us to learn more about student sponsorship.