USING CAD FOR GOOD

Building the future using youth engineering

IQ Foundation is a youth-led nonprofit that trains student designers in CAD, pairs teams with local community partners, and delivers small, practical design solutions for hospitals, nonprofits, and schools. We emphasize responsible, maintainable designs and clear handoffs.

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Overview — What we do

Our model: train youth in CAD + engineering best practices, scope partner problems, run semester-long sprints, and deliver CAD files, BOMs, and simple fabrication guides. We prioritize accessibility, safety, and sustainability.

Training

Structured CAD curriculum and hands-on exercises.

Community Partnerships

Collaborate with hospitals, clinics, schools, and nonprofits to identify meaningful projects.

Project Delivery

Deliver working CAD files, BOMs, and basic fabrication instructions.

Ethical Standards

Focus on accessibility, safety, and long-term maintainability.

Programs & Pipeline

We are currently building our pipeline. Below are the program types we offer. If you'd like to pilot a project, use the "Submit Project" link.

CAD Fundamentals

Parametric modeling, assemblies, and export for makerspaces.

Design Sprint

4–12 week team sprints with partner feedback sessions.

Mentorship Program

Volunteer mentors provide technical and career guidance.

FAQ

Is IQ Foundation free to partners?

Early pilots are often pro-bono; materials or fabrication may require small sponsorships.

How do students join?

Apply on the Join page; roles include interns and volunteers.