Help me give my students a chance to learn about STEAM careers by using a 3D printer to bring designs to life.
$733 goal
This project expired on September 7, 2025.
This project expired on September 7, 2025.
My Project
My students have become very curious about making designs and printing them with a 3D printer. Some students have purchased designs from vendors, but I would like to teach them how to make their own designs.
3D printers offer numerous benefits for kids, including fostering creativity, enhancing STEAM skills, and encouraging problem-solving.
They provide a hands-on, engaging way to learn about design, engineering, and the creation process, making learning more interactive and enjoyable. 3D printing also promotes teamwork and critical thinking as children explore different solutions and refine their designs.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
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30 students impacted
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FLASHFORGE Adventurer 5M Pro 3D Printer with 1 Click Auto Printing System, 600mm/s High-Speed, Quick Detachable 280°C Nozzle, Core XY All-Metal Structure, Multi-Functional 220x220x220mm 3D Printer
• Amazon Business
$464.00
1
$464.00
3Dgenius 3D Printer Filament Bundle Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm Pack 3D Printing Filament Pack Silk PLA 3D Printer Filament Fit Most FDM Printers, 1KG X 6 Spools, Totally 6KG
• Amazon Business
$119.99
1
$119.99
Materials cost
$583.99
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.76
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$622.75
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$109.90
Total project goal
$732.65
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