Design to Make a Difference (D2MD) is a design/engineering program that combines Maker-Education with altruism in a product-based learning format.

Their goal is to be inclusive, celebrate the thriving Maker-Ed programs of Pittsburgh, and provide opportunities for educators and students looking to improve their practice.  Their mission is to increase STEM Equity by providing access to quality equipment, materials, support, professional development, and a platform to showcase student work.

Register a Team

They are challenging elementary, middle, and high school teams from the Greater Pittsburgh Area schools to create a product that helps an individual, group, or local/global community. Register a team here.

Learn More at Upcoming PD

D2MD is also holding two professional development events for new and returning teams! Both events are free (including lunch and parking), full-day opportunities to be held at the Carnegie Science Center.  More detailed information about each event will be sent closer to the dates.

• Thursday, November 18 – Recommended for those new to D2MD. Returning teams are welcome to attend for a refresher!
• Thursday, January 27 – Will offer an opportunity to learn how to better incorporate D2MD at your school via a design challenge activity.  This activity will have all participants work with their equipment and CAD software.