Fundraising Campaign

Growing a Community of Makers

Hive76 has been a fixture of Philly’s maker community since it’s founding in 2012. In that decade, we’ve seen other Philly makerspaces close, shrink, or drastically increase pricing. Through dedicated efforts by our volunteer management, we’ve been able to grow membership while maintaining our core goal of ensuring that making remains accessible. In the past 4 years we’ve more than tripled our membership! But that’s created a good problem – we’re running out of space. New tools like our CNC and fiber laser have maxed out our current footprint.

Basement Expansion

Luckily, directly underneath Hive is an unoccupied basement that could double our square footage. This expansion would open up the space for new tools like a larger laser cutter and bigger woodshop tools. It also could provide more dedicated member storage and Core member desks.

Since we first discussed the basement expansion we’ve successfully grown our membership to ensure monthly dues can fully cover the increased rent and expenses. We’ve also grown our saving to handle the buildout costs.

Be Part of our Next Chapter

We need your help to make Hive76’s expansion a reality. Hive76 is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization so all your donations are tax deductible. Whether you’re a past member or current member, a member of the community, or a local business – your donation

Donation LevelRewards
$250Name on plaque of all donors
$500Invitation to formal dedication of new makerspace floor
Name on plaque of all donors
$1000Group tour of expansion space before formal opening
Invitation to formal dedication of new makerspace floor
Name on plaque of all donors
$2,500Naming rights on a specific tool at Hive76 (printer, laser cutter, etc.)
Private Tour of the makerspace expansion before opening
Name and face/logo on plaque of all donors
$5,000Company name/logo on a dedicated plaque next to plaque of all donors
Private Tour of the makerspace expansion before opening
Dedicated “Thank You” post of social media