Ways to Help

3D Printers and filament spools (PLA, ABS, PETG)
Laser Cutters for precision crafting and prototyping
Raspberry Pi or Arduino Kits with sensors, motors, and breadboards
Robotics Kits (e.g., LEGO Mindstorms, VEX Robotics) for building and programming robots
Electronics Kits for hands-on learning (e.g., circuit boards, LEDs,

3D Printers and filament spools (PLA, ABS, PETG)
Laser Cutters for precision crafting and prototyping
Raspberry Pi or Arduino Kits with sensors, motors, and breadboards
Robotics Kits (e.g., LEGO Mindstorms, VEX Robotics) for building and programming robots
Electronics Kits for hands-on learning (e.g., circuit boards, LEDs, resistors, wires)
Drones for teaching programming and physics concepts
VR Headsets and controllers for creating immersive STEM experiences
CNC Machines for advanced prototyping and fabrication

Graphing Calculators for advanced mathematics workshops
Geometry Sets (compasses, rulers, protractors)
Coding and Data Visualization Software subscriptions (e.g., MATLAB, Python IDEs)
Interactive Math Puzzles and games for engagement

LEGO STEM Sets for modular creativity and engineering concepts
Kits for Renewable Energy Projects (wind turbines, hydro-power)
Wearable Tech Kits (e.g., smartwatches or fitness trackers to dissect and analyze)
Sensors and Data Loggers for experiments (temperature, humidity, motion)
Augmented Reality Learning Cards for interactive science and tech learning

Robotics Kits: Sponsor LEGO Mindstorms, VEX Robotics, or similar kits for workshops.
Microcontrollers and Boards: Fund Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or similar platforms.
Laptops and Tablets: Provide essential devices for coding and robotics projects.
3D Printers and filaments: Enable participants to design and build robot co

Robotics Kits: Sponsor LEGO Mindstorms, VEX Robotics, or similar kits for workshops.
Microcontrollers and Boards: Fund Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or similar platforms.
Laptops and Tablets: Provide essential devices for coding and robotics projects.
3D Printers and filaments: Enable participants to design and build robot components.
Sensors and Actuators: Supply critical parts like motion sensors, proximity sensors, and servo motors.
Coding Software Licenses: Support educational subscriptions for platforms like Scratch, Tynker, or Python IDEs.

Prototyping Kits: Donate breadboards, wires, resistors, LEDs, and other electronic components.
Power Supplies and Chargers: Provide reliable power sources for robotics and devices.
Toolkits: Equip Tinkerboat with screwdrivers, pliers, soldering irons, and other tools for assembly and repair.
Instructional Guides and Books: Sponsor educational materials and manuals for coding and robotics.

Outdoor Sample Collection: Organize nature walks where participants collect soil, leaves, stones, or other natural elements to examine under USB microscopes.
Crystal & Mineral Boards: Build collaborative crystal or stone sample displays with labeled findings, teaching kids about geology and mineralogy

Outdoor Sample Collection: Organize nature walks where participants collect soil, leaves, stones, or other natural elements to examine under USB microscopes.
Crystal & Mineral Boards: Build collaborative crystal or stone sample displays with labeled findings, teaching kids about geology and mineralogy.
Bug Investigations: Use magnifying tools to observe insects, encouraging curiosity about ecosystems.
Eco-Projects: Create group terrariums or plant small gardens while learning about sustainability.

DIY Science Tools: Build simple tools like anemometers, water purifiers, or solar ovens to combine tinkering with science.
Group Engineering Challenges: Create tasks such as designing bridges, towers, or rafts using everyday materials like popsicle sticks, cardboard, or recycled items.
Rube Goldberg Machines: Work in teams to build intricate contraptions that accomplish simple tasks in playful, creative ways.

Collaborative Art Projects: Paint murals or create mosaics that reflect themes of unity, diversity, or innovation.
Junkyard Creations: Use recycled materials to craft sculptures, mini robots, or art installations.
Customized T-Shirts or Badges: Encourage participants to design T-shirts or group badges that represent Tinkerboat's activities and teamwork.

Digital Meets Physical: Combine coding with crafting by designing 3D models on software and printing them to assemble as a team.
Light-Up Projects: Create projects like LED-decorated jars or illuminated crafts using basic circuitry.
Nature-Inspired Robotics: Build simple robots that mimic insects or animals found during outdoor activities.

Escape Room Challenges: Set up problem-solving games where participants need to decode puzzles and build tools to "escape."
DIY Board Games: Have groups design and build board games, then play them together.
Puzzle & Strategy Games: Incorporate activities like building complex jigsaw puzzles or group strategy challenges.

Storytelling Through Models: Craft dioramas or models that tell a story or depict a historical or futuristic scenario.
Outdoor STEM Hunts: Organize scavenger hunts that integrate STEM clues (e.g., solving a physics problem to find the next location).
Group Musical Instruments: Build instruments from everyday objects and create a Tinkerboat band!
Community Creations: Design benches, birdhouses, or small installations to donate to the local community as a group project.