Category: News

Burlington is a powerhouse for innovation, creativity, and art. The Generator community is composed of people from all demographics, backgrounds, interests, and goals. These articles highlight different members stories and how Generator is part of a bigger creative community.

  • Welcome our new Membership & Volunteer Coordinator!

    Welcome our new Membership & Volunteer Coordinator!

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”10723″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][vc_column_text]

    [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

     
     

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • We’re Hiring: could you be our next Program Coordinator?

    We’re Hiring: could you be our next Program Coordinator?

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Want to empower the next generation of makers, artists, and entrepreneurs by bringing innovative and exciting hands-on programming to our community?

    We’re hiring our next Program Coordinator!

    See below for the full description of the position and application instructions.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]JOB TITLE: Program Coordinator

    REPORTS TO:  Program & Impact Director

    STATUS:  37.5 hrs per week

    PAY RANGE: $18 -$20/hr

    Position is mostly remote with approximately 1-3 in-person days required depending on the week. The position moves to full-time in-person post-COVID. Occasional weeknight and weekend hours required.

    [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]

    ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

    Generator is a combination of business incubator, artist studios and classroom at the intersection of art, science, and technology. We provide the tools, expertise, education, and opportunity to enable all members of our community to create, collaborate, and bring ideas to fruition. Generator has over 400 maker-members and our outreach programming engages over 2,000 individuals per year in Burlington, Chittenden County and beyond.

     

    WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN A PROGRAM COORDINATOR?

    Generator seeks a dynamic, organized self-starter capable of providing high-level coordination for Generator’s outreach and educational programs: youth outreach, adults & kids programs, community classes & tool trainings. Coordination will include recruiting and onboarding program instructors; scheduling programs & classrooms; securing materials; and preparing the facility. This position works closely with Program Specialists and the Communication Manager to support the learning needs of the community.

     

    WHAT ARE THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION?

    •  Organize and internally publish an annual production schedule for Generator’s programs to include, but not limited to: community classes, tool trainings, kid’s programs, youth outreach programs, & adult programs.
    • Post public program listings to the website and coordinate the internal space reservations for all programming. (Google Calendar or similar app).
    • Schedule and prioritize program work, coordinate with key team members and oversee daily program activities and operations.
    • Coordinate & publish seasonal Program Instructor recruitment and training schedules to cultivate a team of dedicated instructors that fosters a culture of community safety and cultural ambassadorship for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture at Generator and provides instructors with professional development opportunities.
    • Organize & archive documentation for Partnership Agreements, MOU’s and Contract for Services using shared folders in Google Workspace.
    • Organize and archive documentation of confidential files HR files for Program Instructors.
    • Purchase supplies and monitor program expenditures in alignment with program budgets.

    IMPACT & EVALUATION

    • In coordination with the Program & Impact Director, identify and track participation goals and program metrics to correspond with grant reporting and organizational planning metrics.
    • Work with the Program & Impact Director to review standards in implementation of activities that foster creativity and awareness including various cultural, educational, environmental and social issues.
    • Prepare documentation and metrics for funding requests, grant/sponsorship reporting, quarterly impact reports, and bi-monthly Board reports.
    • Administer program applications and surveys following Generator’s diversity, equity and inclusion promise and necessary grant reporting metrics.

     

    WHAT ARE THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES THAT WOULD HELP SOMEONE SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE?

    • 2+ years experience in program coordinating. 
    • 2+ years experience in administrative support. 
    • Strong attention to detail and organization. 
    • In-depth understanding of Google suite and Jotform. 
    • Interest and/or experience in grant reporting. 
    • Experience in data management. 
    • Excellent written and spoken communication skills. 
    • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. 
    • Ability to organize a daily workload by priorities.
    • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced, rapidly evolving, collaborative team environment.
    • A proactive approach to problem-solving with decision-making skills.

    WHAT BENEFITS ARE THERE?

    • Free Generator membership and tool training as necessary; we are willing to train this person in our specialized equipment so they can provide support to members.
    • Paid Time Off & Health Insurance Package
    • Plenty of opportunity to grow professionally! 

     

    HOW TO APPLY:

    Applications due by February 5th, 2021. Interested applicants are invited to send their:

    1. resume
    2. cover letter
    3. three references

    Please send application materials to [email protected] as PDF files titled using the following format: LastName.Resume.pdf

     

    Generator is committed to building a work community that is inclusive and represents a vibrant diversity of background, experience, perspective and thought. Candidates across all markers of identity (age, race, gender, ability, communication styles, etc.) are highly encouraged to apply.

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • Is playing pinball the new science class? We think so.

    Is playing pinball the new science class? We think so.

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]

    While schools scramble to adapt to remote learning, Generator’s Design Lab program finds creative ways to bring hands-on STEAM skills to students.

    [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]In late summer, while schools were on standby and waiting to see what might happen with Vermont’s COVID numbers, Generator’s outreach team was busy considering ways we could pivot out programming. Our hope was to keep Generator’s connection to our local and regional youth who are eager for hands-on, experiential educational opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM).[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][image_with_animation image_url=”10217″ alignment=”center” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]Unsure how the year would go and how much to invest in hands-on offerings that might quickly be shut down, or might not be possible in the first place, we needed to be prepared to pivot easily.

    How could be obtain hands-on, STEAM initiatives via Google classroom and still create a buzz or influence students we’ve never met? [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][image_with_animation image_url=”10216″ alignment=”center” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]The answer: PinBox 3000. The customizable, build-it-yourself, cardboard pinball machine.

    Generator and PinBox 3000 teamed up to bring Generator’s Design Lab to classrooms around Vermont– and in the comfort of students’ own home. [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][image_with_animation image_url=”10269″ alignment=”center” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]In early 2015, Pete Talbot and Ben T. Matchstick became Generator Makers-in-Residence (now our Artist in Residence program) in order to further develop and prototype their product, PinBox 3000.  By the end of their 2-month residency their business was launched and the rest is history! Read their story here.[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][image_with_animation image_url=”10270″ alignment=”center” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]Bringing this story full circle, Generator is excited to team up with PinBox 3000 and provide students with endless opportunities in creating, designing, prototyping, electrifying and advancing a pinball game of their own design.  [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]

    Design Lab is one of Generator’s educational and outreach programs inspiring learners of all ages to explore and innovate in the sciences, arts, and in entrepreneurship.

    Our programs are made possible by supports like you!

    You can support Generator by giving a gift today.

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • In solidarity, with responsibility.

    In solidarity, with responsibility.

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/2″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_gallery type=”flexslider_style” images=”9815,9817,9810,9811,9814,9813,9812,9816,9809″ onclick=”link_no” img_size=”1200×1200″][/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/4″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]

    We are in a time of an overdue awakening. Tragic deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Rashard Brooks, and other Black Americans has roused us from complacency. As an organization, we’ve been listening, learning, and engaging in deep reflection as to how Generator will make profound and lasting change that honors and respects Black lives and addresses racism in our communities.

    To this end, we are: 1) making racial and social justice a central component of our strategic planning process scheduled to start this fiscal year.  2) providing on-going diversity, equity, and inclusion training for Generator staff, volunteers, instructors, mentors, and board members; 3) launching a BIPOC Scholarship Fund to explicitly provide Black, Indigenous, People of Color access to tools, programs, and services at Generator; 4) establishing an advisory committee dedicated to a transparent process of moving Generator forward with the critical work to counter racism and ensure equal access to opportunities in the sciences, technology, engineering, and arts.

    We recognize these actions as the first of many steps our organization will take to be greater advocates and to better serve our members, partners, and community at large. When we make mistakes we will acknowledge them, learn from them, and continue forward with our commitment to change. To this end, we invite your thoughts, questions, and comments.

    Standing in solidarity and working to make change,

    Meg Hammond, on behalf of the Generator staff & board

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • Reopening begins July 1st!

    Reopening begins July 1st!

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Hello, members!

    We’re excited to share that we’re beginning our reopening process on July 1st!

    Generator is committed to protecting its members, volunteers, and staff throughout the reopening process by following clear guidelines set by the State of Vermont and the CDC, and by going above and beyond with our own measures based on Generator’s unique operational requirements.

    While everything is subject to change, here is an overview of what our projected reopening phases will look like, with more details about Phase 1 below:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”9793″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]All phases will include the following:

    • Masks required
    • Check-in and health screening upon entering
    • 6ft distance required between people
    • Mandatory orientation and VOSHA safety training for all members
    • New membership sign-up process and agreement
    • Reservation of equipment required (more details to follow)
    • No guests
    • No events
    • Members required to clean tools and equipment before and after use
    • No shared kitchen
    • Increased cleaning and sanitation by members, volunteers, and staff

    [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]Phase 1: July 1st

    • Studio Members & Volunteer Members; General Members who are business owners by appointment
    • Hours: 10am – 7pm
    • Capacity limits on each workspace (see above)

    [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]Some additional notes:

    • Expect our appearance to change. Wherever it is possible, we are moving equipment around to make working while maintaining 6ft of distance possible. For example, we’re spreading out computers in the Learning Lab. Where it’s not possible to move equipment, we are creating acrylic shields to separate people while they’re working.
    • We all have a part to play in keeping Generator safe. There will be a zero-tolerance policy for not following official protocols and procedures outlined in the new training and membership agreement.
    • Volunteers are integral to our safe reopening. We’re increasing the number of volunteers to ensure we have a thorough and consistent check-in process and regular sanitation and cleaning happening throughout our open hours. Volunteers receive discounted membership in exchange for their service! Learn more about volunteering and apply here.

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_column_text]

    We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we move forward and we will share updates and more information very soon!

    In the meantime, you can always contact us with questions.

    We’re looking forward to seeing you!

    Warmly,

    the Generator team

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”9795″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • 12 intubation boxes go to UVMMC

    12 intubation boxes go to UVMMC

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]

    We went another batch of intubation boxes to UVM Medical Center yesterday.

    Board member and jack-of-all-trades Steve Contact made the delivery.

    Thank you to everyone who’s donated to make our PPE production possible![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][recent_posts style=”default” category=”covid19″ columns=”3″ title_labels=”true” posts_per_page=”3″ post_offset=”1″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • 2,200 face shields!

    2,200 face shields!

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]An update about our PPE effort:

    • As of Friday 4/17, Generator has built and packaged a total of 2,200 face shields. Soon, much larger manufacturers around Vermont will able to build far more face shields per week than our small-yet-powerful “boutique” factory can. We’re proud to have responded so quickly and to continue producing PPE while larger-scale operations ramp up.

    • We are currently fulfilling an order from the State of Vermont for 4,000 face shields. On Friday 4/17  we sent the first batch of 900 shields to the State.

     [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

    • Thanks to generous donations from over 110 individuals over the past few weeks, Generator has donated 45 face shields to smaller organizations including:
      • Addison County Home Hospice Center
      • Anew Place
      • Birth Wife Midwifery
      • Spectrum

    [/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/2″][image_with_animation image_url=”9213″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/2″][image_with_animation image_url=”9214″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner text_align=”left”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]

    • We’ve built 35 intubation boxes. With the support of a few anonymous donors, Generator was able to donate many of the intubation boxes to Vermont hospitals. Elliott is working on version 2.0 of our intubation box in response to feedback from emergency doctors at UVMMC. The new design is easier for doctors to use and clean, and it accommodates more body sizes and bed sizes.

    • Our production team has grown thanks to collaboration with ECHO, the Leahy Center for Lake Champlain! Caroline Frigon, ECHO Education Coordinator, and Nina Ridhibhinyo, ECHO Education Director, pivoted from their usual work at ECHO to join our production team. We’re working hard to meet demand and we couldn’t do it without these two, or without this kind of community generosity and collaboration.

     

     

    Thank you for your continued support of our PPE production effort![/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][divider line_type=”Small Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”default” custom_height=”20″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][vc_column_text]

    RECENT POSTS

    [/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][recent_posts style=”default” category=”covid19″ columns=”3″ posts_per_page=”3″ post_offset=”1″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • Stuck in Vermont: Communities Come Together During the Pandemic

    Stuck in Vermont: Communities Come Together During the Pandemic

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]Thank you to Eva at Seven Days for putting together this beautiful piece about Vermonters coming together during these challenging times. It’s a must-watch!

    She talks about our PPE effort right up top at :57[/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UByT3Q7paT4″][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line”][divider line_type=”No Line”][vc_text_separator title=”RECENT POSTS” title_align=”separator_align_left”][recent_posts style=”default” category=”covid19″ columns=”3″ posts_per_page=”3″ post_offset=”1″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

  • Vermont Edition: In Vermont, Manufacturers Help Supply PPE

    Vermont Edition: In Vermont, Manufacturers Help Supply PPE

    Thank you to Jane Lindholm and Lydia Brown for chatting with Meg about our PPE effort on VPR’s Vermont Edition.

    Listen to the segment to learn about Generator’s effort, as well as others around the state working on PPE including Vermont Glove, Vermont Teddy Bear, and Revision.

    Listen here >>>

  • 450 face shields, 18 intubation boxes, and counting

    450 face shields, 18 intubation boxes, and counting

    [vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][vc_column_text]

    We haven’t updated you in a few days — we’ve been moving so fast!

    As of today, we’ve delivered 450 face shields to UVM Medical Center. We have another 550 in production to meet their initial request for 1,000 face shields.

    We’ve also donated 18 intubation boxes to the following area hospitals:

    • UVM Medical Center (10)
    • Copley Hospital (2)
    • Northeastern Vermont Hospital (2)
    • Central Vermont Medical Center (2)
    • Rutland Regional Medical Center (1)
    • Northwestern Vermont Regional Hospital (1)

    “What’s an intubation box?” you ask.

    The clear plexiglass boxes are placed over patients’ heads while medical workers intubate them, limiting the ability of the virus particles to spread.

    We’re gaining efficiency and removing bottlenecks in our operation every day.

     

    Our production crew’s spirits are high. All of the supportive messages from our community — especially coming from those in the medical field — have helped these guys keep their energy up.

    We’re feeding the crew, but if you want to send treats you’re more than welcome. 🍩

     

    We’ve secured enough PETG to keep printing headbands for the time being thanks to the rigorous search and supply chain management skills of our board member, Michael Metz.

    Coincidentally, these enormous 10lb spools come in our signature orange. 🤷‍♀️

    We can’t believe how many folks responded to our call for Prusas!

    Many others offered to loan us a different 3D printer or to print on their machine at home for us.

    Each additional printer we get online helps speed up the entire operation, so thank you to everyone who’s letting us take care of their precious printers!

    We’ve been blown away by the support we’ve received for this effort, from local politicians reaching out to ask what we need, to artists offering to write a song for anyone who donates $5 or more… it all helps keep this important effort in motion.

    We’ve recognized some of our major supporters on this page. Thank you to everyone who has donated.

    Want to donate? You can do so here:

    [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column centered_text=”true” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default”][nectar_btn size=”extra_jumbo” button_style=”regular” button_color_2=”Accent-Color” icon_family=”none” url=”https://generatorvt.com/ppe/#DONATE” text=”DONATE”][/vc_column][/vc_row]