Empowering Makers of All Ages

OC Makers Foundation empowers individuals through STEAM education, maker skills development, and community events. Discover how we inspire creativity and innovation at every age.

Our Mission

Empowering Makers

The OC Makers Foundation is dedicated to fostering creativity, innovation, and lifelong learning through STEAM education, maker skills development, and community engagement. Our mission is to empower individuals of all ages to explore science, technology, engineering, and math, support makers in transforming their passions into sustainable careers, and bring people together to celebrate the spirit of making through events like Maker Faire Orange County.

Our Vision

We envision a world where creativity and innovation are accessible to everyone, where hands-on learning and collaboration spark new ideas, and where makers and creators are empowered to shape their communities and their futures. Through education, mentorship, and community events, we strive to build a thriving ecosystem that celebrates diversity, inspires curiosity, and drives positive change.

Making A Difference

Take a look at how we help make a difference empowering makers

The Greatest Show (& Tell) On Earth

Maker Faire is a gathering of fascinating, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters, Maker Faire is a venue for these “makers” to show hobbies, experiments, projects.

We call it the Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth – a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness.

Glimpse the future and get inspired!