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, Suite 100
Dubuque, Iowa 52001
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101 E 1st St
Monticello, Iowa 52310
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Flynn McLain
GolfTec
President
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Michael Fullen
Hodge
Vice President
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Emily Shields
Community Colleges for Iowa
Treasurer
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Doug Herman
Lynch Dallas, PC
Secretary
Michelle Becwar
Dupaco Credit Union
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Stephanie Willenbring
Dubuque Bank & Trust​
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Andy Kitslaar
Alliant Energy Foundation
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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.
