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260+ million children lack access to education. Thinking Huts is redefining access to education by fusing 3D printing technology with local collaboration - building faster, more sustainable, and culturally rooted spaces for learning. Children's futures hang in the balance; every missed year of learning deepens the gap, which is why Thinking Huts acts now, not tomorrow. A child's potential is too precious to pause. We transform what's possible in communities where traditional solutions fall short, empowering children with opportunity, strengthening economies, and connecting global citizens to a movement that proves innovation and compassion together can change the world. Our founder, Maggie Grout, was born in a rural village in China and abandoned as a baby, later discovered by an orphanage …
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3D Printing of school facilities in Madagascar
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThinking Huts is a registered human services nonprofit based in Ocala, FL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2016 and has been operating for 10 years. Its EIN is 474029635. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 93/100 for human services charities in United States. The organization reports $211K in annual revenue. 33 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Thinking Huts has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for human services charities in United States is 93/100.
Thinking Huts is located in Ocala, FL, United States. The organization was established in 2016 and has been active for 10 years.
Based on official tax filings, Thinking Huts has $211K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of $3M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Thinking Huts is classified as a Human Services organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $211K in annual revenue. The organization has 33 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Thinking Huts. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
Thinking Huts has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.
260+ million children lack access to education. Thinking Huts is redefining access to education by fusing 3D printing technology with local collaboration - building faster, more sustainable, and culturally rooted spaces for learning. Children's futures hang in the balance; every missed year of learning deepens the gap, which is why Thinking Huts acts now, not tomorrow. A child's potential is too precious to pause. We transform what's possible in communities where traditional solutions fall short, empowering children with opportunity, strengthening economies, and connecting global citizens to a movement that proves innovation and compassion together can change the world. Our founder, Maggie Grout, was born in a rural village in China... Thinking Huts is classified as a human services organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2016.
Among human services charities registered in United States: Thinking Huts's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100 is below the peer average of 93/100. Its annual revenue of $211K is below the peer average of $3M.
Yes, donations to Thinking Huts are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Thinking Huts is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 474029635, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
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4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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THINKING HUTS is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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NeutralThinking Huts Is Printing a Brighter Future - University of Colorado Boulder
Thinking Huts Hosts Virtual Auction in Support of Global Education Initiatives - Billboard
The Social Entrepreneur Using 3D Printing to Build Schools - Time Magazine
This Gen Z Founder Can 3D-Print a School Campus in Under a Semester - Architectural Digest
Video Meet Maggie Grout, founder of Thinking Huts - abcnews.com
Meet Maggie Grout, founder of Thinking Huts - Good Morning America
Career Files: Thinking Huts founder Maggie Grout on starting a non-profit at 15 - Vogue Singapore
Breaking barriers: How Maggie Grout is making education accessible through 3D-printed schools - Tatler Asia
This 23-year-old founder is 3D printing schools in Madagascar - Fast Company
The nonprofit organization 3D printing schools for children in Madagascar - Mashable
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Quick facts about Thinking Huts
- What is Thinking Huts?
- Thinking Huts is a human services publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Ocala, United States. 260+ million children lack access to education. Thinking Huts is redefining access to education by fusing 3D printing technology with local collaboration - building faster, more sustainable, and culturally rooted spaces for learning. Children's futures hang in the balance; every missed year of learning deepens the gap, which is why Thinking Huts acts now, not tomorrow. A child's potential is too precious to pause. We transform what's possible in communities where traditional solutions fall short, empowering children with opportunity, strengthening economies, and connecting global citizens to a movement that proves innovation and compassion together can change the world. Our founder, Maggie Grout, was born in a rural village in China and abandoned as a baby, later discovered by an orphanage worker. Thanks to educational opportunities, she was able to pursue her dreams-an opportunity many girls in similar circumstances never receive. Inspired by the potential of technology to create humanitarian solutions, Maggie founded Thinking Huts in 2015 to increase global access to education. Overcoming numerous obstacles, including a global pandemic, Thinking Huts has demonstrated how 3D printing can advance quality education and innovation while working closely with communities, employing local artisans, and adapting designs based on feedback. With supporters who share this vision, Thinking Huts is pioneering scalable solutions that empower communities worldwide, because education remains the universal force for positive change.
- When was Thinking Huts founded?
- Thinking Huts was founded in 2016.
- Who leads Thinking Huts?
- Harry Grout serves as Bookkeeper.
- Where is Thinking Huts located?
- Headquartered in Ocala, United States.
- What is Thinking Huts's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 0% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Thinking Huts trustworthy?
- Thinking Huts has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Thinking Huts's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 474029635.
- What is Thinking Huts's website?
- http://www.thinkinghuts.org