We are SO grateful too receive support and recognition from other community organizations! THANK YOU Springfield Mass Rotary Club for believing in our mission and our upcoming Teen Computer Build program with a $1500 grant! Support like this means Make-It Springfield can serve the diverse creative needs of our community and provide a safe and […]
General News
2024 Highlights
In 2024, Make-It Springfield drew in 2700+ program participants and 1200+ walk-in visitors for learning, teaching, visiting and exploring their potential by using our supplies and equipment to do their own creative work. At the same time, our number of donors increased 73% and our total donations received increased by 107%. With sincere gratitude and appreciation […]
Make-It Springfield Announces Gillian Hinkson as New President
A Community Leader to Guide the Organization’s Next Chapter of Growth and Innovation Springfield, MA — February 21, 2025 — Make-It Springfield, a vibrant center of creativity and collaboration, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gillian Hinkson as its new President of the Corporation and Board of Directors. With a strong background in leadership, […]
Sewing Program with JFS Women’s Group
We are really proud of the women who participated in a very special collaborative program this winter! Up to eighteen women came to Make-It Springfield for nine early morning Mondays, to learn Sewing Machine Basics with local seamstress, Elizabeth Daniels. The program was a collaboration with Jewish Family Services of Western MA whose Women’s Group […]
TSM Design donates $2500 as a matching gift!
Our neighbors, the staff at TSM Design, were inspired this season to help fund a very special sewing program at Make-It Springfield, and to inspire others to donate. We couldn’t be more grateful for those who join us in our vision to serve the creative needs of our diverse community. Thank you TSM Design! Here […]
Make a difference with a donation to Make-It Springfield
The success of Make-It Springfield is based in how we support the needs of creative people in our community. People walk in and discover a safe space where they can access knowledge and encouragement for their creative ideas. They experiment with our materials and equipment and discover their own creative potential. As they grow, they […]