
Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators
CORE Futures Lab is a mission-driven innovation program for youth, dedicated to shaping a more sustainable and equitable world. We provide students with the knowledge, tools, and mentorship to explore emerging technologies and develop impactful solutions to real-world challenges.

Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators
CORE Futures Lab is a mission-driven innovation program for youth, dedicated to shaping a more sustainable and equitable world. We provide students with the knowledge, tools, and mentorship to explore emerging technologies and develop impactful solutions to real-world challenges.
Mission
Mission
Mission
Our Mission
Connect, Organize, Reimagine, and Equip the next generation to drive innovative solutions for society’s most urgent challenges through open source technology, paving the way for a sustainable future. At CORE Futures Lab, we are committed to empowering young innovators to address global challenges through hands-on technology projects. Using tools like IoT, AI, and data science, we focus on solving problems in Earth science, health, education, and sustainability. By fostering creativity, leadership, and collaboration, we aim to prepare the next generation to build a sustainable and innovative future.
Connect, Organize, Reimagine, and Equip the next generation to drive innovative solutions for society’s most urgent challenges through open source technology, paving the way for a sustainable future. At CORE Futures Lab, we are committed to empowering young innovators to address global challenges through hands-on technology projects. Using tools like IoT, AI, and data science, we focus on solving problems in Earth science, health, education, and sustainability. By fostering creativity, leadership, and collaboration, we aim to prepare the next generation to build a sustainable and innovative future.
Connect, Organize, Reimagine, and Equip the next generation to drive innovative solutions for society’s most urgent challenges through open source technology, paving the way for a sustainable future. At CORE Futures Lab, we are committed to empowering young innovators to address global challenges through hands-on technology projects. Using tools like IoT, AI, and data science, we focus on solving problems in Earth science, health, education, and sustainability. By fostering creativity, leadership, and collaboration, we aim to prepare the next generation to build a sustainable and innovative future.



Mission Statement
Connect, Organize, Reimagine, and Equip the next generation to drive innovative solutions for society’s most urgent challenges through open source technology, paving the way for a sustainable future.
Connect, Organize, Reimagine, and Equip the next generation to drive innovative solutions for society’s most urgent challenges through open source technology, paving the way for a sustainable future.
FAQ
FAQ
FAQ
Questions all resolved in one place
Questions all resolved
in one place
Questions all resolved
in one place
Who can apply to CORE Futures Lab?
Middle school to college-level students, especially from underrepresented backgrounds, who are curious about technology and social impact.
Do I need to know coding or science to join?
No prior experience is required! Our program is beginner-friendly and designed to teach you from the ground up.
Is participation free?
Yes, thanks to our funders and partners, CORE Futures Lab is offered at no cost to all selected participants.
What is the time commitment?
Workshops run monthly, with optional take-home activities and a 6-month innovation track for selected teams.
Can I join from outside the U.S.?
Yes! We welcome international applicants for both in-person and home-based programs depending on availability.
Who can apply to CORE Futures Lab?
Middle school to college-level students, especially from underrepresented backgrounds, who are curious about technology and social impact.
Do I need to know coding or science to join?
No prior experience is required! Our program is beginner-friendly and designed to teach you from the ground up.
Is participation free?
Yes, thanks to our funders and partners, CORE Futures Lab is offered at no cost to all selected participants.
What is the time commitment?
Workshops run monthly, with optional take-home activities and a 6-month innovation track for selected teams.
Can I join from outside the U.S.?
Yes! We welcome international applicants for both in-person and home-based programs depending on availability.
Who can apply to CORE Futures Lab?
Middle school to college-level students, especially from underrepresented backgrounds, who are curious about technology and social impact.
Do I need to know coding or science to join?
No prior experience is required! Our program is beginner-friendly and designed to teach you from the ground up.
Is participation free?
Yes, thanks to our funders and partners, CORE Futures Lab is offered at no cost to all selected participants.
What is the time commitment?
Workshops run monthly, with optional take-home activities and a 6-month innovation track for selected teams.
Can I join from outside the U.S.?
Yes! We welcome international applicants for both in-person and home-based programs depending on availability.
Team
Team
Team
Our Team
Questions all resolved
in one place
Questions all resolved
in one place
Impact by the Numbers
Impact by the Numbers
Impact by the Numbers

100+
Youth innovators served

100+
Youth innovators served

100+
Youth innovators served

10+
Global mentors involved

10+
Global mentors involved

10+
Global mentors involved

4+
Countries represented in our international immersion

4+
Countries represented in our international immersion

4+
Countries represented in our international immersion

20+
community-driven projects launched

20+
community-driven projects launched

20+
community-driven projects launched

Are you ready to co-create the future?
Are you ready to co-create the future? Join a movement that empowers young minds to drive innovation, equity, and real-world change through science, mentorship, and hands-on collaboration.

Are you ready to co-create the future?
Are you ready to co-create the future? Join a movement that empowers young minds to drive innovation, equity, and real-world change through science, mentorship, and hands-on collaboration.

Are you ready to co-create the future?
Are you ready to co-create the future? Join a movement that empowers young minds to drive innovation, equity, and real-world change through science, mentorship, and hands-on collaboration.