The Lab Drawer

10/23/2024

In 2016, we founded Motor City STEAM Foundation with the mission to ensure Detroit students had access to quality STEAM education. As Black women scientists from Detroit, we knew the importance of giving back to our community. What we discovered in classrooms and youth organizations shook us, there was none or very limited materials or resources to teach STEM effectively.

Rather than accept this reality, we created our own solution. In 2018, The Lab Drawer was born, transforming our nonprofit's challenge into a for-profit venture that serves a global need.

Today, our impact speaks volumes: over 50,000 students reached across 8 countries, with 85% being Black and Brown. With The Lab Drawer generating over a million dollars in revenue, what started as a dream to uplift Detroit's youth has evolved into a worldwide movement for educational equity.

This journey proves that when you lead with purpose and stay true to your community, your impact knows no bounds. From Detroit classrooms to global learning spaces, we're showing that solutions to our community's challenges can transform education worldwide.

To our partners, students, mentees, and supporters: thank you for believing in this vision. And to everyone watching: we're just getting started. 👩🏾‍🔬👩🏽‍🔬

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10/16/2024

"If you're talking about Detroit founders without including those born and raised here, you're missing the heart of our story."

The Lab Drawer's Detroit-bred founders left their mark on Michigan Tech Week, embodying the spirit of homegrown innovation. Deirdre Roberson, channeling her deep Detroit roots, curated and hosted the authentic and honest panel "What Up Doe? - Celebrating Detroit's Homegrown Tech Innovators." This wasn't just a discussion; it was a powerful showcase of local talent and vision.

Alecia M. Gabriel, another proud product of Detroit, brought her hard-earned wisdom to the Hackathon panel. She shared raw, honest insights about the challenges and triumphs of tech entrepreneurship, inspiring the next generation of innovators as they pitched their ideas to a live audience and judges.

These women aren't just participating in Detroit's tech renaissance; they are also making a huge impact on their community, proving that the city's true strength lies in the brilliance of its native sons and daughters.

08/16/2024

Summer is coming to a close, and our interns and mentees are heading back to high school and college! For the last 4 years, The Lab Drawer has hosted paid internships for rising high school seniors and college freshmen. We built this internship because our students not only wanted to learn more about STEAM but also entrepreneurship. 👩🏾‍🔬👩🏽‍🔬

02/22/2024

Thanks to the Motor City Match grant, we’re excited to share that The Lab Drawer has continued to expand and solidify its global presence from . Now that we are certified as a (Minority Business Enterprise) and (Certified Woman-Owned) business, we're poised to secure larger contracts and broaden our impact. Our company is a testament to Detroit's potential for growth and innovation. Our mission to deliver STEAM education to young learners everywhere continues to drive us forward. Join us in celebrating this milestone as we further our vision!

02/13/2024

It was a pleasure having you in our space and sharing our work with you. 👩🏾‍🔬👩🏽‍🔬

11/28/2023

Empowering the Future of STEM with the Lab Drawer

09/28/2023

Today is the day! 🎉👩🏽‍🔬👩🏾‍🔬

We are so excited to pitch in the Hi-HERImpact Competition as part of their 5th anniversary of supporting women-led social enterprises. Come out to NewLab @ Michigan Central in from 4-8 pm to support! Can’t be there in person? We’ll make sure to post the livestream link, so watch out for it!

We thank our STEAM friends and community for your support! Let’s go! 🚀

08/25/2023

🎓 Celebrating Our Rising Stars: Embarking on New Adventures! 🌟

Cheers to a major milestone! 🎉 The Lab Drawer and Motor City STEAM Foundation are beyond thrilled to celebrate our inaugural class of students venturing into the exciting world of college. 🚀

Let's applaud the incredible achievements of Mariama Stewart, Valedictorian of Cass Tech 23, now embarking on an exciting journey at Spelman College, with a focus on biology. Aubrey Vaughn, the dynamic Class President of Cass Tech 23, is set to conquer new horizons at Yale University with a focus computer science. These young talents have truly earned their spotlights! 💫

With their impactful journey starting right from their enthusiastic volunteering efforts, amassing over 100 hours with the Motor City STEAM Foundation, to their dedicated roles as Summer Interns for The Lab Drawer in 2022 and 2023, Mariama and Aubrey have consistently demonstrated their dedication and passion. 🌟

As they stride confidently into this new phase of life, we stand by their side, providing unwavering support and cheering them on. Let's come together to shower Mariam and Aubrey with your best wishes in the comments below! 🎉📚

08/07/2023

Thank you for supporting our goal of making sure students have access to STEAM ( Science. Technology. Engineering. Art. and Mathematics) in Detroit and around the globe! 👩🏾‍🔬👩🏽‍🔬

10/31/2022

10/31/2022

TONIGHT! 👩🏾‍🔬👩🏽‍🔬
Watch The Lab Drawer compete on Season 2 of Bet On Black on at 9:30 PM EST for a chance to win $200k!