Unlock the Sparks in Black and Brown Youth to Reshape the Future

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Together we can build a future where we solve the world’s biggest challenges: climate change, financial instability, and emerging technologies. These challenges will impact everyone, but Black and brown communities will face the greatest consequences.

We use our Inner Spark Approach to create a future that works for all of us by sparking self-discovery, integrating STEAM, and connecting learning to real-world impact.

Education Should Spark Transformation, Not Conformity.

Traditional pedagogy focuses on control rather than innovation, leaving little room for students to explore their identities or lead with purpose. Black and brown students have immense potential to shape the future, yet the current system wasn’t designed with their brilliance in mind.

To thrive in an ever-changing world, students need education that fosters resilience, self-advocacy, and creativity. They need spaces that celebrate who they are, encourage critical thinking, and support them as they become leaders in their communities and beyond.

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The Inner Spark Approach

Self-Discovery

Students explore their identities and purpose, learning to advocate for themselves and others.

STEAM

STEAM experiences that spark curiosity, inspiring students to explore, question, and create.

Real World Learning

Learning that equips students with the skills, experiences, and connections to tackle relevant challenges and drive change in their communities.

IMPACT

94%

of youth feel a greater sense of ownership over their learning.

41,279

Students served

85%

of youth feel more connected to their community.

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Featured programs

Featured program 1
Featured program 2
Featured program 3

Program 1

Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve. Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve. Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve.

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Program 2

Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve. Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve. Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve.

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Program 3

Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve. Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve. Our mission is to inspire, motivate and support Black and brown elementary and middle school youth as they create the futures they want and deserve.

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Testimonials

"Inner Spark taught me to believe in my voice and my ability to make a difference. Now, I feel confident in my path forward."
– Roddy, 5th Grade Student

"Inner Spark is a great partnership. Our attendance has increased because students do not want to miss their Inner Spark classes."
– Mr. A,
Principal, ICEF Inglewood

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spark@innersparklab.org
Los Angeles, CA ein:82-1966013
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