Organization
Thinkwell Makerspace Innovations
Member Since: 2024
Our makerspace thrives through collaboration and shared ideas, and that extends beyond the walls of our space and out to our community. At our core, our goal is to help you unlock your full potential through problem solving, discovery, and skill-building. Layering skills and abilities in a way that inspires creativity will help the community build greater capacity, whether through meaningful professional employment or through satisfying individual passions.
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120 North Franklin Street, Suite D Decatur IL, 62523 info@thinkwellmakerspace.com
Member's Wish List
| Item/Purpose | $ Amount | % Funded |
|---|---|---|
| Arduino Club Electronics Kits Reusable Arduino boards, breadboards, sensors, motors, electronic components, multimeters, hand tools, and organized storage will establish an ongoing Arduino Club at Thinkwell. Participants will learn coding, electronics, automation, and problem-solving by building projects together. |
$2,000 |
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| Clay and Art-Material Wash Sink A deep utility sink with a removable solids interceptor, cleanout access, strainers, and professional plumbing installation will support ceramics, plaster casting, mold-making, painting, and other creative workshops. The system will capture clay, plaster, slip, pigments, and other suspended solids before they enter the building's plumbing. Solvents, resins, screen-printing chemicals, and materials requiring special disposal will be handled separately. |
$3,500 |
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| CNC and Laser Ventilation, Dust Collection, and Safety Infrastructure A dedicated extraction and dust-control system will prepare the Proto Lab for expanded CNC and laser fabrication. The system will manage dust, smoke, and airborne particles while protecting equipment and creating a safer environment for students, members, instructors, volunteers, and community participants. |
$8,500 |
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| Community Maker Experience Kits Portable tools, project supplies, storage cases, and reusable demonstration materials will allow Thinkwell to provide hands-on maker experiences at schools, neighborhood events, partner organizations, and community gatherings. These kits will help bring the Proto Lab experience beyond Thinkwell's walls. |
$2,500 |
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| Creative Workshop Materials Fund Textiles, printmaking supplies, screen-printing materials, adhesives, mold-making supplies, finishing materials, and other consumables will support accessible crafting experiences for beginners and experienced makers. These materials will be used in public workshops, youth programs, member activities, and community events. |
$1,200 |
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| Flexible Workshop and Build Stations Heavy-duty workbenches, project storage, vises, task lighting, and mobile tool carts will create flexible work areas for Arduino Club, crafting experiences, public workshops, workforce programs, and individual projects. The stations can be reconfigured for different activities and group sizes. |
$3,500 |
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| Photo Lab Safety Equipment Goggles, gloves, aprons, respirators, hearing protection, first-aid supplies, and equipment-specific safety gear will help youth and adults participate safely in workshops, clubs, and hands-on community learning experiences. |
$1,500 |
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| Proto Lab Electrical and Power Infrastructure Dedicated circuits, additional outlets, power drops, and related electrical improvements will allow Thinkwell to safely expand 3D printing, electronics, laser cutting, CNC fabrication, and other hands-on programming. |
$5,000 |
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| Screen-Printing Washout and Reclamation Station A stainless-steel washout booth with backlighting, spray equipment, drain filtration, and professional installation will give Thinkwell a dedicated space to develop, clean, inspect, and reclaim printing screens. The station will expand access to screen-printing workshops, community projects, youth programming, and small-scale creative production while containing spray and reducing ink, emulsion, and other screen-reclamation residue entering the plumbing system. |
$5,000 |
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| Ventilated Paint Booth and Finishing Station A properly ventilated finishing area will allow participants to safely paint, coat, seal, and finish prototypes, models, castings, and creative projects. The station will expand the kinds of workshops Thinkwell can offer while improving air quality and shop safety. |
$6,500 |
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