Make a difference
Your support helps expand access to digital manufacturing tools, funding equipment for prototyping, repair, and training, while reducing barriers for individuals, students, and small businesses.
This project is focused on practical capability — giving people the tools, knowledge, and environment to design, make, repair, and test real solutions.
If you’d like your contribution to go towards something specific, you can reference the equipment list and leave a note with your donation.
Equipment LIST
To keep things transparent, we maintain a live equipment list showing the tools, equipment, spare parts, and consumables needed to build out Community Access.
The list is organised by price, starting with smaller items and working up to larger equipment and full machines. As items are funded and purchased, the list is updated so supporters can see what has already been secured and what is still needed.
If you’d like your donation to fund a specific item, simply check the wishlist and include a note with your contribution stating what you’d like it to support. We’ll purchase that item directly where possible and update the list accordingly.
For larger contributions — such as funding major equipment or entire programmes — sponsorship and collaboration opportunities can also be arranged, with appropriate recognition for those involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We can’t provide tax advice. If you’re unsure, it’s best to speak with a qualified accountant or advisor who can guide you based on your circumstances. Just let them know that we are a CIC and not a Charity.
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Every contribution goes directly into building practical manufacturing capability. This includes equipment, tools, materials, and the setup of the workshop space. Larger donations may be allocated to specific items if requested, and we aim to be transparent about what’s been funded and what’s still needed.
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Yes. If you’d like to get involved, get in touch and tell us what you’re interested in or what you can offer. We’ll figure out where you fit best.
If it makes sense, we can arrange to meet in person and talk it through properly — Tea and coffee’s on us.
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Yes. We welcome relevant equipment, materials, professional services, or other practical support. If you have something in mind, contact us with the details and we’ll confirm whether it’s a good fit.