Hello Foundry Friends!

We're halfway to Bid to Build 2020!

Not only does your donation support education and entrepreneurial programs (we are so grateful for your support...) but you also get to build your very own steampunk clock with us!⠀The last day to order is MONDAY - September 21st, don't miss out on the fun. CLICK HERE to reserve your spot today.

Hello Foundry Friends!

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for our first Facebook LIVE event with the talented Sarah Fonzi. In case you missed it, you can watch it here.

This Thursday join us to learn more about Crochet Designer & Fiber Artist, Fierra Green, owner of GraFieTi, one our our Foundry Small Business Tenants.

Foundry Launches Youth Entrepreneurship Program Sponsored by Ciminelli Real Estate Corporation 

The Foundry announced its fall lineup of virtual maker events, leading up to their annual fundraiser, Bid to Build which will be held online this year on Thursday, October 1, from 7-9pm.

Live Online Makerspace Demos - Thursdays in September, 7pm

Every Thursday in September, The Foundry will host free online Facebook Live demonstrations celebrating the entrepreneurs and makers in the WNY community. Learn more about each woman maker - what they create, and how The Foundry helped to inspire their work. Check out The Foundry’s Facebook page for links to each individual event at www.facebook.com/thefoundrybuffalo/events

• Sarah Fonzi, artist (Metalshop): 9/3 
• Fierra Green, owner of Grafieti (Textile lab): 9/10 
• Viktoria Ciostek, owner of Knotty Moose Studio (Woodshop): 9/17 
• Amina Boyd, Foundry instructor (Tech lab): 9/24 

Each week leading up to Bid to Build we're hosting LIVE online demonstrations celebrating the women makers in our community spaces. Come learn more about what they create and how The Foundry inspired their work.

Thursday, September 3 at 7pm - Live Demo in the Metalshop w/ Sarah Fonzi @TheFoundry

It's hard to believe but Summer is winding down - time to focus on our upcoming Fall Programming for Youth and Young Adults. 

YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM - FALL 2020

This afterschool program for young adults starts in mid-September and is generously sponsored by the CIMINELLI REAL ESTATE CORPORATION. 

INTERESTED? 

CLICK HERE FOR THE APPLICATION!

We are hoping to spread the word about our next Advanced Manufacturing program offered in partnership with The Service Collaborative of WNY - due to start this September.  We have a few funded spots left in this 18 week session.  That opportunity is time-sensitive! So, please pass on the attached information to any young people you know who might be interested in 'making'  or 'micro-manufacturing' or simply a new pathway towards higher paying entry level positions in Buffalo.

Hurrah! The Foundry has started the re-opening process at last. Our priority as we re-open is first and foremost related to our core mission- to support our maker businesses and youth education programs. Next week, we will have youth back on-site in a day program for four weeks. Primarily working outdoors, learning computer assisted design and making wayfinding signs for community groups. And of course our small business tenants are back and working in their spaces. 

Anyone who has visited The Foundry during the "dog days" of a WNY Summer knows that within our doors, it is hot, hot, HOT! This year, more than ever due to the shutdown during COVID-19, we need YOUR help to help us keep everyone comfortable and safe.

OPERATION COOL DOWN 2020: 

The estimated cost to complete our air-conditioning system and purchase large exhaust fans is $10,000. 

TODAY on 716 Day we're asking if YOU can help us cool down by making a recurring monthly donation of $7.16. (approx. $86 total.) Or a one-time donation of $71.60.

Every single donation towards Operation Cool Down 2020 will go directly towards making the Foundry a better place to learn and build and grow. (And much less sweatier and a better place to work!) Will you help us reach our goal? Click here to make a donation.

Thank you for your support.

In accordance with NYS law, The Foundry has new health and safety policies to keep the community safe. In re-opening, we are prioritizing our core mission to support maker businesses and youth education first, followed by adult classes and other events that make The Foundry a fun place to be.