Creativity is one of humankind's greatest gifts. It allows us to see beyond what IS and imagine what CAN BE...
- Jordan DeGree, Founder
Creative Adventure Lab
OUR MISSION
Creative Adventure Lab delivers play-based experiences that build creativity and empower the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and change-makers.
BRIEF HISTORY
Creative Adventure Lab was founded by Jordan DeGree in 2008, in Dubuque, IA.
As a teacher, Jordan saw firsthand how creative energy could spark positive change in students. He envisioned an organization that could use creativity to help build a better, stronger community.
Many years later, Creative Adventure Lab continues to develop new and exciting ways to ignite the creative spark in both kids and adults.
LOCATIONS
210 Jones St, Door C
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
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101 E 1st St
Monticello, Iowa 52310​
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Doug Herman
Lynch Dallas, PC
President
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Emily Shields
Community Colleges for Iowa
Vice President
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Michelle BecwarDupaco Credit Union
Treasurer
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Stephanie Willenbring
Dubuque Bank & Trust
Secretary
Andy KitslaarAlliant Energy Foundation
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Steven Stodden
HODGE​
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Rebecca Undem
Growing Small Towns
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PART OF A WHOLE
Creative Adventure Lab is an IDEA BRIGHT initiative. Idea Bright is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that designs, tests, and scales ideas that help individuals and communities thrive.
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In addition to running Creative Adventure Lab, Idea Bright manages a network of coworking spaces called Innovation Labs and promotes rural entrepreneurship through the Rural Ideas Network.
COMMUNITY-POWERED
As a nonprofit organization, Creative Adventure Lab relies on the generosity of our community.
Sponsorships by forward-thinking businesses, individuals, and foundations allow us to support creative equity through our Play Free(ly) Project and develop new and exciting activities for visitors.
