Join high school students all over the United States to help 3D print, assemble, and donate 300 face shields by July 2021.

Why

COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the world in many ways, and our healthcare heroes, first responders, and essential workers continue to serve the community during this devastating pandemic. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) plays a crucial role in keeping these selfless heroes safe, but there continues to be a shortage of PPE across the country. Together, we can help.

What

High School Students 3D Printing, assembling, and distributing face shields to first responders, essential workers, and older adults.

Who

All hands on deck! Join the force if:

  1. You are a high-school student interested in helping.
  2. You have access to a 3D printer at school, library, or at home.

How

Step 1: Click here to sign-up.

Step 2: Once accepted into the program, you will have the opportunity to participate in the orientation and start working on the project.

Step 3: We will share the training and resources including the 3D printing template file, Assembly tutorial, and disinfection procedures.

Step 4: We will help you schedule the donation for our first responders and share your story with a featured article on the website.

Step 5: Do it all over again!

FAQs

Who can participate?

Any High School student that has access to a 3D printer at home, school, or library.

Is there a cost for joining this initiative?

There are no fees associated with this initiative. You will need to work with your school to get FREE access to their 3D printer and raw materials such as 3D printer filament and overhead transparency.

What is the process for donating face shields to the first responders, essential workers, and older adults?

We will work with you to identify the beneficiaries in your area and schedule the donation. All donations will be featured on this website along with the names of each team member involved. 

What if I have no experience with 3D Printing?

Experience with 3D printing is a huge plus, but if you are willing to learn and have access to a 3D printer, we would love to have you on the team!