Buffalo, United States
Thimble.io is a promising startup revolutionizing #STEM education with a unique blend of hands-on learning and live, as well as on-demand instruction. The company targets kids aged 10 and above, using an in-school curriculum supplemented by an online learning portal. Here, learners engage with interactive projects that build foundational skills in engineering and programming, aligned with NGSS and Common Core standards, preparing them for high school and college-level subjects.
This startup has garnered significant attention, having raised $300,000 via Kickstarter in February 2016, which was the largest campaign in Western New York at the time. Thimble.io has secured a statewide contract in New York through BOCES and formed a partnership with the Smithsonian. Key accolades include first place at SXSW 2017 and second place in the UPS Export Challenge.
Founded in 2015 and headquartered in the United States, Thimble.io received its latest investment from OneRise on February 28, 2023. The company's vision is to spark the next generation of engineers and technologists, making it a compelling prospect for investors in the Hardware and Retail sectors.
