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Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into a reality.
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'''Things to know about PPM - Pikes Peak Makerspace:'''
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* We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region.
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* We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education.
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* PPM is also a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and instruction.
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* We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
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* We are physically located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
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* We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81<span></span>-0876257
 
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{{Member Code of Conduct}}
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==About Pikes Peak Makerspace==
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==Maker Definition==
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&bull; We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region. We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education. PPM&nbsp;also is a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and&nbsp;instruction.
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:'''A maker is someone who defines themselves by their ability to turn ideas into reality through creativity, innovation, and hands-on skills.'''
  
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&bull; We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community
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:Makers are typically driven by a desire to create and solve problems, using tools, materials, and technology to bring their visions to life. They often have a passion for a particular field or hobby, such as woodworking, electronics, or crafting, and may be self-taught or have formal training in their area of expertise. Makers take pride in their ability to think outside the box and find unique solutions to challenges, often experimenting with new techniques and materials to achieve their goals. They collaborate with other makers, sharing ideas and knowledge to create something greater than what they could achieve alone. Overall, being a maker is more than just a hobby or profession - it is a mindset and a way of life that values creativity, ingenuity, and hands-on problem-solving.
  
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&bull; Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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==PPM Mission Statement==
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is a community of cooperative hobbyists and early-stage entrepreneurs that empowers members to turn ideas into&nbsp;reality. We&nbsp;strive to provide access to tools and resources to confidently and safely design, develop and&nbsp;make.
  
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&bull; Pikes Peak Makerspace participates in the '''AmazonSmile program'''. Sign up at https://smile.amazon.com/ch/81-0876257 , and Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to PPM, at no cost to you.
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==PPM Vision Statement==
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: We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress by empowering individuals to unleash their full&nbsp;potential.
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: We imagine a future where Pikes Peak Makerspace is the go-to destination for '''*makers*''' in the Pikes Peak Region seeking access to resources and knowledge, enabling them to turn their concepts into&nbsp;reality.
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:Through our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community, we will continue to expand our assets and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the&nbsp;members.
  
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==Contact Info==
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==Official PPM Logo==
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'''Gears are a common element of many other Makerspace logos, and for us it is also a subtle hat tip to the Pikes Peak Cog&nbsp;Railway.'''
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[[File:1_to_1_logo.png|alt=official PPM logo|frameless|200x200px]]
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!Link
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==PPM Logo Usage==
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'''''Follow these simple guidelines, and always use our logo consistently:'''''
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'''Animation'''
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* Do not animate as a gear or wheel
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* Bouncing animation as computer screen saver probably OK
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'''Background'''
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* Our logo should appear on a plain background
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* Can appear on a colored background (such as a color from a PPM Tool&nbsp;Area)
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* Need clear space around our logo to avoid confusion
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* May use logo within QR Code
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'''Color'''
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* Reproduce in black or "rich&nbsp;black"
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* Can be white (reversed)
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'''Design'''
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* Do not alter our logo (number of "teeth", wording, font, or any design&nbsp;element)
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* Maintain proportion (do not scale in one direction only, do not skew at all)
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* Do not attach the logo to other artwork or other&nbsp;wording
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'''Maintenance:'''
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* Replace damaged logos (especially&nbsp;signage)
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'''Reproduction at PPM:'''
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* Our logo can be reproduced at PPM to demonstrate our equipment/capabilities; for&nbsp;example:
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3D Printers, CNC Router Table, Vinyl Cutter, Large Format Printer, Sublimation Printer, and other&nbsp;equipment.
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'''''Our organization's name can be shortened to PPM, but not PPMS. (We&nbsp;use "Makerspace" as one&nbsp;word — not&nbsp;two.)'''''
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== AI Generated Content==
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AI generated content on this Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) Wiki will be labeled as such, to the extent possible.
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Additionally, we are anticipating that AI “chat” interfaces for searching will become increasingly common,
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so we will be continually improving content here to stay current and remain useful to both members and non-members.
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Our social media sites and communication materials may have individual procedures and goals at this time.
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==PPM Contact Information==
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|<center>'''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org (This) Wiki]'''</center>
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|'''[https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoOoYIllVrOIdg9Vs_QHg9csRkXtAPeBTVDu0fH0ZLCorZqw/viewform Anonymous Feedback & Incident Report Form]'''
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|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
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|[[m@pikespeakmakerspace.org]]
 
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|719-445-MAKE (6253)
 
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|'''This Wiki'''
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|<center>'''Facebook'''</center>
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|https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org
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|https://www.facebook.com/ppmakerspace
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|November 2021
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| September 2014
 
 
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|[[File:Instagram logo 2016.png|alt=Instagram logo 2016|center|frameless|50x50px]]
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|<center>'''Instagram&nbsp;'''</center>
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
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|https://www.instagram.com/pikespeakmakerspace/
 
 
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|[[File:Twitter-logo.png|alt=Twitter-logo|center|frameless|50x50px]]
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|'''contact form'''
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|<center>'''Twitter'''</center>
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
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|https://twitter.com/PikesPeakMakers
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|<center>April 2015</center>
 
 
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|<br>[[File:YouTube Logo 2017.png|center|frameless|alt=|75x75px]]<br>
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|'''donation form'''
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|<center>'''YouTube'''</center>
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|https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
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|https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeIsImKtiNm7D_BxfG4n7zg
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|<center>Sep 4, 2014
 
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|<br>[[File:Logo ebay.png|center|frameless|50x50px]]<br>
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|<br>[[File:Logo Etsy.png|alt=Logo Etsy|center|frameless|50x50px]]<br>
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|'''phone'''
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|<center>'''Etsy'''</center>
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|719-445-MAKE (6253)
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|https://www.etsy.com/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace
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''Please leave a detailed message,''  
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|<center>2020</center>
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''which will be translated to email and also tracked on Slack.''
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|https://github.com/rjanke/PikesPeakMakerspace
 
 
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|https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/
 
 
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|'''Address'''
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|'''physical&nbsp;location'''
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|<center>'''Slack'''</center>
 
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|https://app.slack.com/client/T9WJLU7TK/C01CST3E0LA
 
 
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735 East Pikes Peak Avenue<br>Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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|2016
 
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|https://trello.com/b/ZUoaoJYJ/ppm-projects
 
 
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==PPM Social Media Links==
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|'''Executive Director'''
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|'''Linktree'''
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|<br>Drew Johnson<br><br>
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|'''https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace'''
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|March 2023
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|'''Operations Director'''
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|'''Etsy'''
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|<br>Trevor Banks<br><br>
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|'''https://www.etsy.com/ie/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace'''
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|2021
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|'''Linkedin'''
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|'''https://www.linkedin.com/company/pikes-peak-makerspace'''
 
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|<br>Gabriela Lisboa<br><br>
 
 
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==Other Links==
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|'''Link /''' '''Description'''
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|'''BOD President'''
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|[[File:King Soopers logo.png|alt=King Soopers logo|frameless|100x100px]]
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|<br>John Norton<br><br>
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|'''https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards'''
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|November 2021
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[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:King_Soopers_Community_Rewards.pdf '''King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf''']
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"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."
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''Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)!''
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[https://www.kingsoopers.com/stores/grocery/co/colorado-springs '''Kingsoopers has 11 grocery stores in Colorado Springs''']
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|02/19/23
 
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|'''BOD Treasurer'''
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|[[File:Amazon.png|alt=Amazon logo|frameless|100x100px]]
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|<br>Nina Ellis-Frischmann<br><br>
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|'''[https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GLGQDTSNNZM4/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex Our Amazon Wishlist]'''
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|November 2021
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''Support PPM with a purchase from Amazon.''
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|08/22/22
 
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|'''BOD Secretary'''
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|<br>Jason Taylor<br><br>
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|November 2021
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|'''BOD Member at Large'''
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|[[File:Logo ebay.png|alt=ebay logo|frameless|90x90px]]
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|<br>Les Frischmann<br><br>
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|'''https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace'''
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|November 2021
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''"ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers"''
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|09/22/16
 
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|'''PPM Founder'''
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|<br>Chris Vestal<br><br>
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:'''[https://downforeveryoneorjustme.com/ Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.]'''
 
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Pikes Peak Makerspace is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
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|'''<br>Chris Vestal, <br>Executive Director,'''
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'''PPM Founder'''
  
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[https://www.google.com/maps/place/735+E+Pikes+Peak+Ave,+Colorado+Springs,+CO+80903/@38.8330369,-104.8137709,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8713451b3f4d8a5d:0x9cdb13d58ec1500d!8m2!3d38.8330369!4d-104.8115822?hl=en Google Map]&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;[https://www.visitcos.com/travel-tools/webcam/ Colorado Springs Webcams]&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;[https://weather.com/weather/today/l/c5baf779c6d5406f64806f25c9622372356cabc4d6418936e9785b3b58d4a2b0 Weather Conditions]
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'''2015'''
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==Additional Help==
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
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</center>
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:'''[[PPM Governance]]'''
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:'''[[Early Supporters of PPM]]'''
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:[[New Member Orientation#Managing your Membership|'''Managing your Membership''']]
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:'''[[How To Slack]]'''
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:'''[[QR Codes]]'''
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:'''[[Colorado Springs]]'''
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:[[Infrastructure at PPM|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Infrastructure at PPM'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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:[[Classroom_and_Meeting_Area|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Classroom / Meeting Area'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]] - '''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve make a reservation]'''
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[[Category:Volunteers Needed]]
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Latest revision as of 12:51, 11 December 2024

Things to know about PPM - Pikes Peak Makerspace:

  • We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region.
  • We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education.
  • PPM is also a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and instruction.
  • We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
  • We are physically located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
  • We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81-0876257


Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 


burst of white rays on orange background

Maker Definition

A maker is someone who defines themselves by their ability to turn ideas into reality through creativity, innovation, and hands-on skills.
Makers are typically driven by a desire to create and solve problems, using tools, materials, and technology to bring their visions to life. They often have a passion for a particular field or hobby, such as woodworking, electronics, or crafting, and may be self-taught or have formal training in their area of expertise. Makers take pride in their ability to think outside the box and find unique solutions to challenges, often experimenting with new techniques and materials to achieve their goals. They collaborate with other makers, sharing ideas and knowledge to create something greater than what they could achieve alone. Overall, being a maker is more than just a hobby or profession - it is a mindset and a way of life that values creativity, ingenuity, and hands-on problem-solving.

PPM Mission Statement

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is a community of cooperative hobbyists and early-stage entrepreneurs that empowers members to turn ideas into reality. We strive to provide access to tools and resources to confidently and safely design, develop and make.

PPM Vision Statement

We exist to catalyze positive change, drive economic growth and social progress by empowering individuals to unleash their full potential.
We imagine a future where Pikes Peak Makerspace is the go-to destination for *makers* in the Pikes Peak Region seeking access to resources and knowledge, enabling them to turn their concepts into reality.
Through our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative community, we will continue to expand our assets and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the members.

Gears are a common element of many other Makerspace logos, and for us it is also a subtle hat tip to the Pikes Peak Cog Railway.

official PPM logo

PPM Logo Usage

Follow these simple guidelines, and always use our logo consistently:

Animation

  • Do not animate as a gear or wheel
  • Bouncing animation as computer screen saver probably OK

Background

  • Our logo should appear on a plain background
  • Can appear on a colored background (such as a color from a PPM Tool Area)
  • Need clear space around our logo to avoid confusion
  • May use logo within QR Code

Color

  • Reproduce in black or "rich black"
  • Can be white (reversed)

Design

  • Do not alter our logo (number of "teeth", wording, font, or any design element)
  • Maintain proportion (do not scale in one direction only, do not skew at all)
  • Do not attach the logo to other artwork or other wording

Maintenance:

  • Replace damaged logos (especially signage)

Reproduction at PPM:

  • Our logo can be reproduced at PPM to demonstrate our equipment/capabilities; for example:

3D Printers, CNC Router Table, Vinyl Cutter, Large Format Printer, Sublimation Printer, and other equipment.


Our organization's name can be shortened to PPM, but not PPMS. (We use "Makerspace" as one word — not two.)

AI Generated Content

AI generated content on this Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) Wiki will be labeled as such, to the extent possible.

Additionally, we are anticipating that AI “chat” interfaces for searching will become increasingly common, so we will be continually improving content here to stay current and remain useful to both members and non-members.

Our social media sites and communication materials may have individual procedures and goals at this time.

PPM Contact Information

Item Link Date
Anonymous Feedback & Incident Report Form November 2024
This Wiki https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org November 2021
website https://pikespeakmakerspace.org
contact form https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/Contact
donation form https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/support-us
phone 719-445-MAKE (6253)

Please leave a detailed message,

which will be translated to email and also tracked on Slack.

Item Address Date
physical location

735 East Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903

2016

PPM Social Media Links

Service Link Date Joined
Linktree https://linktr.ee/pikespeakmakerspace March 2023
Etsy https://www.etsy.com/ie/shop/PikesPeakMakerspace 2021
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/pikes-peak-makerspace

Other Links

Logo Link / Description Date Joined
King Soopers logo https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards

King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf

"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping."

Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)!

Kingsoopers has 11 grocery stores in Colorado Springs

02/19/23
Amazon logo Our Amazon Wishlist

Support PPM with a purchase from Amazon.

08/22/22
ebay logo https://www.ebay.com/usr/pikespeakmakerspace

"ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers"

09/22/16
Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.


PPM Founder

photo of Chris Vestal at the MAC
Chris Vestal,
Executive Director,

PPM Founder

2015


Additional Help

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

PPM Governance
Early Supporters of PPM
Managing your Membership
How To Slack
QR Codes
Colorado Springs
  Infrastructure at PPM  
  Classroom / Meeting Area   - make a reservation


Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 

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