A five-week, free or low-cost, high-quality summer learning experience filled with fun and enrichment activities.

The program is designed for incoming 1st through 9th grade students at numerous locations across Marion County.

Returning Summer 2025

Informational Webinars

For returning and new site partners

Each Webinar will share an overview of 2024 program results, what is new for sites in 2025, and Information about the 2025 application for site partners.

For Schools and Districts

Wednesday, December 11

9:30-11:00 AM | Virtual

For Community-Based Organizations

Tuesday, December 10

12:30-2:00 PM | Virtual

Indy Summer Learning Labs (ISLL) was launched in 2021 by The Mind Trust and The United Way of Central Indiana. In 2024, The Mind Trust gained full responsibility of ISLL program management and partners with schools, districts, and community organizations as site locations.

The program:

Five weeks of fun, high-quality academic and enrichment programming designed to support student growth, prevent summer learning loss, and keep students on track for the upcoming school year.

Available at numerous locations throughout Marion County for free or for a low-cost fee, ensuring convenient access for families in a variety of neighborhoods.

Strengthens communities and builds relational partnerships between schools, local and state organizations and families.

Collaborative partnerships between schools and community organizations focused on addressing the diverse needs of all families.

Indy Summer Learning Labs is a program of The Mind Trust, an Indianapolis-based nonprofit that works to expand access to high-quality education for K-12 students. Indy Summer Learning Labs is powered by The Mind Trust.

Are you ready to become a Summer Learning Lab?

If your school is interested in participating, please click below.

If you are a community organization and are interested in participating, please click below.