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Welcome to
The Helping Hand Project

Empowering the limb difference community through education, support, and inclusive 3D printing solutions

Who we are

At The Helping Hand Project, we are dedicated to championing the limb difference community and equipping individuals with the knowledge and tools to make a positive impact.

Leveraging the power of 3D printing, we strive to provide children with specially designed, cost-free recreational prosthetic devices. Our mission extends beyond prosthetic—we foster a sense of belonging by organizing community events that unite children with limb differences, reassuring them that they are never alone.

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Our Impact

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Devices Produced

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Family Events Hosted

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Families Connected

Get Involved

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Get a Device!

Learn more about how the chapters will customize your device to your interests and submit a device request form.

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Join Our Network

Don’t need a device but want to be involved? No worries! We strive to connect everyone interested with our support network.

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Donate

We welcome all types of support. As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization we provide necessary tax-deduction forms.

Our Organization

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Our Chapters

Our chapters make up the core of The Helping Hand Project. If you’re interested in joining your local chapter, reach out to them directly.

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Non-Profit Leadership

Non-profit board members and a board of directors support the project and multiple collegiate chapters.

Contact Us

Interested in working together? Fill out some info and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!