Makerspace for Teen Entrepreneurs Needs a Laser Cutter!

A project in Cambridge, MA by The Possible Project
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Cambridge Makerspace for teens needs an awesome laser cutter so students can build cutting-edge skills and radical products.
Backers: 279
Average Pledge Per Backer: $190

Funded: $52,913 of $40,000
Dates: Oct 1st -> Nov 1st (32 days)
Project By: The Possible Project
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