From Ideas to Reality: Empowering Students with 3D Printing Tools
Help me give my students a Glowforge Aura, a Flashforge 3D printer, filament, and a 3D printer tools kit.
$1,760 goal
This project expired on May 9, 2025.
This project expired on May 9, 2025.
My Project
I absolutely love how curious and creative my students are. They are full of ideas, eager to explore, and excited to learn new skills. However, they often lack the tools to fully bring their creativity to life. That’s where this project comes in!
With a FlashForge Adventurer 5M 3D printer, Glowforge Aura laser engraver, and accompanying materials, my students will unlock their creativity and build real-world skills through hands-on STEAM projects.
The 3D printer will allow them to design and create prototypes, while the Glowforge Aura will enable them to engrave and cut materials like wood, acrylic, and fabric for intricate designs and functional art. The TPU filament and tools will refine their projects and teach precision and problem-solving.
These resources will make a huge difference by fostering hands-on learning, critical thinking, and confidence in their abilities. My goal is to prepare them for future opportunities in technology and design, while inspiring them to see themselves as innovators and creators.
What makes my students special is their resilience and determination. Despite limited resources, they consistently rise to challenges with enthusiasm and perseverance. This project will empower them to dream big and realize their potential.
By supporting this project, you’re giving students the tools to explore, create, and thrive in ways they’ve never imagined. Thank you for helping make this dream a reality!
More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
HBCU Alum12 students impacted
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Glowforge Aura Laser Engraver and Cutter Machine, DIY Project & Craft Laser (6000 mW, Class I Laser Device) Cutter, Compatible with Mac and PC
• Amazon Business
$999.00
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$999.00
FLASHFORGE Official Adventurer 5M 3D Printer Auto Leveling, Max 600mm/s High Speed FDM 3D Printer with 280°C Direct Extruder, Quick Detachable Nozzle, Core XY Metal 3D Printer,Print Size 220×220×220mm
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$295.00
SUNLU 3D Printer Filament, Flexible TPU Filament Bundle, 1.75mm TPU Filament Muticolor, Soft Filaments of High Elasticity, 250G Spool, 8 Rolls, 95A TPU, Black+White+Grey+Blue+Green+Orange+Red+Yellow
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$67.59
2
$135.18
25 Pcs 3D Printer Tools Kit 3D Printing Accessories Include 2 Wire Brush 1 Putty Knife 1 Plastic Shovel 5 Diamond Files 2 Tweezer 10 Needles 1 Plier 1 Funnel 2 Scraper for Cleaning Removing Finishing
• Amazon Business
$14.99
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$14.99
Materials cost
$1,444.17
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$21.66
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,495.83
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$263.97
Total project goal
$1,759.80
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