The Vision

Why Arlington, TX Needs a Maker Space

Project 36 Maker Space will be a 5,000 sq ft community workshop providing access to professional tools, education, and a collaborative environment for creators of all skill levels. Right now, Arlington has no dedicated community maker space.

The Gap in Arlington, TX

The library has no heavy tools
The UTA lab is students only
Dallas Makerspace is a long drive
Big spaces can feel overwhelming

Who This Serves

Hobbyists who've outgrown their garage
Students who lose access to their school lab after graduating
Small business owners who need equipment they can't afford
Entrepreneurs prototyping new products

Arlington, TX needs a middle ground - heavy tools, mentorship focus, no time limits, no waiting lists.

The Plan

Timeline to Opening

Phase 1 — Now

Website, meetups, marketing
Fundraising and capital campaign
Nonprofit setup, grants, partnerships

Phase 2 — Buildout

Lease signed
Construction and equipment setup
Install electricity, HVAC, ventilation, safety systems
Setup tools, test systems, safety inspections

Phase 3 — Grand Opening

Soft launch
Grand opening March
Classes and memberships live

The Foundation

Founder committed $80,000 in equipment
This is not just an idea — the foundation exists
Equipment inventory already underway

Why We'll Succeed

What Makes Us Different

Mentorship, Not Just Access

We teach, not just provide access. Trainers who help you learn, not a warehouse of machines.

No Time Limits

Work at your pace. Leave your project and come back tomorrow. Projects take multiple days.

Not Lost in the Crowd

An intentionally smaller community. Know the people you work next to.

Real Skills, Real Jobs

Real skills lead to real jobs and real opportunities for Arlington, TX's workforce.

For Everyone

Scholarships and volunteer-to-member programs. No one gets turned away because of cost.

For the Community

Economic development and workforce skills that stay in Arlington, TX.

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