Community Outreach
Using technology skills to make a positive impact in our community.
Our Service Projects
Advent House Partnership
We partner with Advent House, a local homeless shelter, to provide technology support and educational opportunities. Our students help maintain computers, teach basic digital literacy, and create resources for residents.
What We Do:
- Computer repair and maintenance
- Digital literacy workshops for residents
- Resume writing and job search assistance
- Children's coding classes
- Technology equipment donations
"The young people from Lansing Tech Studio bring such energy and expertise. They've helped dozens of our residents gain valuable computer skills that have directly led to job opportunities." - Maria Rodriguez, Advent House Director
Homeless Care Packages
Every quarter, our teams assemble care packages for homeless individuals in our community. These packages include essential items, hygiene products, and information about local resources.
Package Contents:
- Non-perishable snacks and water
- Hygiene items (soap, toothbrush, etc.)
- Warm clothing (socks, gloves, hats)
- Resource cards with local services
- Encouraging notes from team members
Park Cleanups
We organize monthly park cleanup events, combining environmental stewardship with team building. Students learn about environmental impact while giving back to the community spaces we all enjoy.
Impact:
- 5 local parks regularly maintained
- Tons of litter removed annually
- Native plant restoration projects
- Educational signage installation
- Community awareness campaigns
Featured Parks:
River Trail Park
Monthly cleanups along the river trail, focusing on waterway protection.
Community Recreation Center
Playground maintenance and beautification projects.
Lansing Nature Preserve
Trail maintenance and invasive species removal.
Expos & Homeschool Conferences
We participate in educational expos and homeschool conferences to share STEM learning opportunities and inspire other young people to explore technology and robotics.
Our Presentations Include:
- Live robot demonstrations
- Coding workshops for kids
- FIRST LEGO League information sessions
- Hands-on building activities
- Career exploration in STEM
Recent Events:
Student Voices
"Volunteering with Lansing Tech Studio has taught me that technology isn't just about building cool things - it's about using those skills to help people and make our community better."
- Alex, Age 14, FLL Team Member"Teaching kids to code at the homeless shelter was amazing. Seeing their excitement when they created their first program reminded me why I love technology so much."
- Jordan, Age 16, Workshop Volunteer"The park cleanups are actually really fun! We get to work as a team, help the environment, and then usually grab pizza afterward. It's a great way to give back while hanging out with friends."
- Sam, Age 13, Team CaptainUpcoming Projects
Get Involved
🌱 Community Garden Tech Project
Building automated watering systems for local community gardens using Arduino and sensors.
Start Date: Spring 2025📚 Digital Literacy Initiative
Expanding our computer education program to reach more seniors and underserved communities.
Start Date: Summer 2025🎮 Accessible Gaming Workshop
Creating adaptive gaming controllers for individuals with disabilities.
Start Date: Fall 2025Community Partners
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Ready to use your skills to make a difference? We have volunteer opportunities for all ages and skill levels.