Funding Young Innovators to Turn Ideas into Impact
ARCHIE Lab (Advancing Research, Creation, and Human-centered Innovation for the Exceptional Lab) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing microgrants to youth from diverse backgrounds who are ready to bring their research, innovation, and creative projects to life.
Mission Statement
We empower youth from diverse backgrounds to pursue meaningful research and innovation projects through accessible microgrant funding. ARCHIE Lab believes that brilliant ideas can come from anywhere—and every young person deserves the resources and mentorship to make their vision a reality.
Microgrants for Youth Innovation
We provide three tiers of project funding—$1,000, $5,000, and $10,000—to support youth-led research, creative projects, and community initiatives across all disciplines.
Mentor-Supervised Projects
Each funded project requires a youth-mentor partnership. Youth and their mentors apply together as a team, ensuring expert guidance and accountability throughout the project.
Equitable Access to Opportunity
We prioritize applicants from underrepresented backgrounds, ensuring that financial barriers never prevent a great idea from becoming reality.
Grant Tiers
Capstone Grant
$1,000
For focused projects with clear deliverables—pilot studies, community projects, or proof-of-concept work.
Innovation Grant
$5,000
For more complex research or creative initiatives requiring substantial resources, data collection, or materials.
Impact Grant
$10,000
For ambitious, rigorous projects with potential for significant community impact or scholarly contribution.
Who Can Apply
All youth with compelling project ideas are welcome to apply.
We believe innovation and creativity come from diverse perspectives and experiences. If you're ages 14-24, have a meaningful project idea, and can secure a qualified mentor, we encourage you to apply—regardless of your background, learning style, or educational path.
Our mission is to fund great ideas and support youth potential wherever it exists.
How It Works
Find Your Mentor
Identify a qualified expert to supervise your project
Develop Your Idea
Work with your mentor to create a strong proposal
Apply Together
Submit as a youth-mentor team
Create Impact
Receive funding and bring your idea to life