Support the Lab

Keep the Makers Making

Chico Fab Lab is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Every dollar goes straight into tools, materials, and open doors for our community.

Makers working together at Chico Fab Lab

Why Your Gift Matters

We're a member-run makerspace where anyone can learn to weld, print, laser-cut, carve, and build. Memberships cover a lot — but donations are what let us add tools, keep the lights on, and welcome people who can't yet afford to join.

Put professional tools in the hands of first-time makers
Fund classes, workshops, and community open houses
Keep rent, insurance, and shop consumables covered
Help us stand up new zones — waterjet, mill, and lathe

Give Now

Make a Donation

Give securely below. Chico Fab Lab is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Zeffy passes 100% of your gift to the Lab — there are no platform fees.

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Other Ways to Give

Donate gear or materials. Tools, machines, raw stock, and shop supplies can all find a second life at the Lab. Get in touch and we'll figure out logistics.

Give your time. Volunteers keep this place running. See how to get involved on our volunteer page.

Spread the word. Follow and share us on Instagram and Facebook.

Chico Fab Lab · 603 Orange Street, Chico, CA 95928 · A 501(c)(3) nonprofit makerspace. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.