Empowering Engineers of Tomorrow: A 3D Printing Initiative
Help me give my students the reliable and cost effective FlashForge Adventurer 3D printer and filament to become young artists and engineers!
$907 goal
This project expired on July 18, 2025.
This project expired on July 18, 2025.
My Project
Imagine a school buzzing with excitement as students collaborate to solve real-world problems using cutting-edge STEAM tools. Picture their faces lighting up as they bring their ideas to life—creating prototypes in Tinkercad and making those projects a reality with a 3D printer and inventing solutions to everyday challenges that could one day change the world. These curious, diverse minds are ready to tackle the future—they just need the right tools to unlock their potential.
Our students crave hands-on, thought-provoking activities that make learning come alive.
They are eager to explore, innovate, and create. With access to a 3D printer and other STEM resources, these young learners will have the opportunity to turn abstract concepts into tangible creations. They’ll design and build models that deepen their understanding of engineering principles, solve real problems, and gain skills that prepare them for college and future careers in STEAM fields.
These tools will do more than teach—they’ll inspire. They’ll spark curiosity, build confidence, and ignite a lifelong passion for learning. Imagine the impact of equipping these vibrant minds with the resources they need to dream big and achieve even bigger. Your support can make this vision a reality.
By funding this project, you’re not just providing materials—you’re investing in the future. You’re helping girls and boys from diverse backgrounds see themselves as engineers, scientists, coders, and innovators. You’re giving them the confidence to believe they can change the world—and the tools to start doing it today.
Together, we can create a school where curiosity thrives, creativity flourishes, and every student feels empowered to reach their full potential. Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of these remarkable young minds. With your help, we can light the way for tomorrow’s STEAM leaders!
FLASHFORGE Adventurer 5M Pro 3D Printer, 600mm/s High-Speed, FDM 3D Printer Auto Leveling with 280°C Quick Detachable Nozzle, Core XY Structure, Dual Filtration System, Print Size 220x220x220mm
• Amazon Business
$464.00
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$464.00
FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Filament Chameleon PLA Color Shift Filament 1.75mm, Changes Color with Light and Angles, 1KG Spool (2.2lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm for FDM 3D Printers (Burnt Titanium)
• Amazon Business
$25.49
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$25.49
FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Filament, PLA PRO Filament 1.75mm, 1KG Spool (2.2lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm for FDM 3D Printers, Better Tenacity & No Knotting (Orange)
• Amazon Business
$21.49
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$21.49
FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Filament, PLA PRO Filament 1.75mm, 1KG Spool (2.2lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm for FDM 3D Printers, Better Tenacity & No Knotting (Black)
• Amazon Business
$21.49
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$21.49
FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Filament, PLA PRO Filament 1.75mm, 1KG Spool (2.2lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm for FDM 3D Printers, Better Tenacity & No Knotting (Rose)
• Amazon Business
$21.49
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$21.49
FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Filament, PLA PRO Filament 1.75mm, 1KG Spool (2.2lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm for FDM 3D Printers, Better Tenacity & No Knotting (Gold)
• Amazon Business
$21.49
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$21.49
FLASHFORGE 3D Printer Filament, PLA PRO Filament 1.75mm, 1KG Spool (2.2lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm for FDM 3D Printers, Better Tenacity & No Knotting (Silver)
• Amazon Business
$21.49
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$21.49
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Blue)
• Amazon Business
$21.39
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$21.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm +/- 0.02mm, Matte Red 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Excellent Printing Performance, Easy to Use for Most FDM 3D Printers
• Amazon Business
$21.39
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$21.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (Green)
• Amazon Business
$21.39
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$21.39
FLASHFORGE PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 3D Printing Filament Easy to Use and Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers (White)
• Amazon Business
$21.39
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$21.39
Materials cost
$682.50
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$48.12
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.24
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$770.86
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$136.03
Total project goal
$906.89
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