What Is The Change Lab?
A community-powered civic lab for connection, learning, and action.
We’re building an online and in-person network to help people engage in civic life—with tools, events, and real-life meetups designed to strengthen community from the ground up.
Our Focus
Research & Strategy
We identify what drives social connection and participation—and turn insights into action.Technology & Tools
We’re creating digital infrastructure for civic life: a smarter, searchable digital town square.Programs & Events
From monthly meetups to learning opportunities, we make it easier to show up and get involved.
What We're Building (With You)
Digital Town Square
Local events, org directories, and real ways to plug in.
Coming soon – shaped by community input.Monthly Meetups
Connection Circles launching in Houston in 2025.
Fundraising now to make them happen.Learn & Take Action Hub
Free civic tools, trainings, and stories to inspire participation.
In development with support from early donors and advisors.
Who It's For
Students exploring leadership
Neighbors looking to get involved
Donors seeking impact
Anyone who cares about where we’re headed
Help Us Build It
The Change Lab is in progress.
With your help, we’re building the infrastructure for a more connected, engaged, and hopeful future.
[Support the Lab] | [Join Our List] | [Stay Involved]
WHAT HOUSTON IS TELLING US.
According to the Connection Opportunity report by More in Common, 72% of Houstonians want to connect across lines of difference, but don’t know how. The Change Lab meets that need by moving people from curiosity to real-world connection and civic action — creating the structures that make engagement easier, more inviting, and more meaningful.