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Thinking Huts

3D Printing of school facilities in Madagascar

Human Services Ocala, FL EIN 474029635 · IRS Sign up to see website
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77
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
77/100 · methodology

About Thinking Huts

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 …

Founded
Headquarters
Ocala, FL
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
P20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small
Operating in
1 countries

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2016

Mission

3D Printing of school facilities in Madagascar

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Human Services · NTEE P20
Cause tags
SDG alignment The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the global agenda for ending poverty, protecting the planet, and ensuring prosperity by 2030. We tag each charity to the goals its work advances.
SDG 1 SDG 1 · No Poverty End poverty in all its forms everywhere. SDG 2 SDG 2 · Zero Hunger End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. SDG 10 SDG 10 · Reduced Inequalities Reduce inequality within and among countries.
Operating countries (1)
Madagascar

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar human services in United States
Program spending This charity: 0%
Peer average: 95%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 1.90%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 77
Peer average: 93

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Thinking 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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Annual revenue
$100K-$1M
0% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Leadership

HA
Harry Grout
Bookkeeper

Officers & trustees (12)

Source: Public filings

AN
Antonio A•••••••••••••
Director
CE
Cecilia M•••••••
Director
DA
Darryl H••••
Director
EL
Ellen P•••
Director
HA
Harry A G••••
Chairman
HA
Harry G••••
Bookkeeper
JO
Joff S•••••
Chairman
MA
Margaret M••••• C G••••
CEO Founder
MI
Michael E••••••
Director
SA
Sam O••••••
Director
TY
Tyler H••••
Director
VI
Vincent H•••••
Director
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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Thinking Huts Is Printing a Brighter Future - University of Colorado Boulder
Mar 2025
www.colorado.edu
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2024
IRS_990
Thinking Huts Hosts Virtual Auction in Support of Global Education Initiatives - Billboard
Dec 2024
www.billboard.com
The Social Entrepreneur Using 3D Printing to Build Schools - Time Magazine
Oct 2024
time.com
This Gen Z Founder Can 3D-Print a School Campus in Under a Semester - Architectural Digest
Sep 2024
www.architecturaldigest.com
Video Meet Maggie Grout, founder of Thinking Huts - abcnews.com
Mar 2024
abcnews.com
Meet Maggie Grout, founder of Thinking Huts - Good Morning America
Mar 2024
www.goodmorningamerica.com
Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2023
IRS_990
Career Files: Thinking Huts founder Maggie Grout on starting a non-profit at 15 - Vogue Singapore
Dec 2023
vogue.sg
Breaking barriers: How Maggie Grout is making education accessible through 3D-printed schools - Tatler Asia
Jun 2023
www.tatlerasia.com
This 23-year-old founder is 3D printing schools in Madagascar - Fast Company
Jun 2023
www.fastcompany.com
The nonprofit organization 3D printing schools for children in Madagascar - Mashable
Jun 2023
mashable.com
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2022
IRS_990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2021
IRS_990

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Thinking Huts This page 77 $210,796 -
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Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 33 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
Supplementary verification
Wikidata structured data
Supplementary verification
GlobalGiving partner directory
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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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