Bambu Lab and seven global organizations challenge MakerWorld makers to design 3D-printed assistive devices for people with disabilities.
A Global Design Challenge With Real Stakes
Bambu Lab has teamed up with seven leading accessibility organizations to launch Make for Good: Accessibility Design Contest on MakerWorld. Running from September through December 2026, the contest invites designers and 3D printer users worldwide to create practical assistive devices — objects that people with disabilities can actually pick up and use every day.
24 Briefs, 24 Real People
At the heart of the contest are 24 design briefs, each rooted in a specific, documented need from a real person. Briefs span everyday situations — from putting on socks and fastening a bike helmet to activities in the kitchen, bathroom, and beyond. Examples include a knitting-needle support for stroke survivors, a guitar pick for users with limited grip, and a marker-cap aid for a teacher with reduced grip strength.
Seven Organizations, One Shared Process
The seven partner organizations each play a distinct role: Ayúdame3D (Spain), e-NABLE France, Makers Making Change (Canada), MakeGood (USA), the Emerging Tech Lab at Rancho Los Amigos (USA), PrintLab (UK), and Rightfooted Foundation International (USA). Together they contribute briefs, evaluate submissions, and distribute winning prints through volunteer networks already active in more than 70 countries.
How Winners Are Selected and Distributed
Makers have two months to submit designs. Partner organizations then spend a month printing shortlisted models and testing them with the individuals named in the briefs. Winning files will be added to open-source assistive technology libraries so volunteer makers around the world can build and deliver them to people in need. MakerWorld is also introducing Creator Achievement Badges to recognize participants for the social impact of their contributions.
