Generator Community Survey

Generator Community Survey

October 2025
Help us improve the Generator experience!

Your input is essential to creating a space that truly serves our community's interests and goals, and this brief survey will help us understand what tools, programs, and resources matter most to you.

You can choose to fill out the form anonymously, but everyone who provides some basic contact info will be included in a raffle for some great prizes that include:
- (1) 6 Months FREE Generator Membership
- (2) 3 Months FREE Generator Membership
- (1) Free Generator Tool Training (excludes CNC router)
- (1) Free Generator Workshop
- (1) PinBox 3000: DIY Cardboard Pinball Game
Thank you for helping us create a makerspace that reflects the diverse creativity and innovation of our community.
Name

First NameLast Name
Email
example@example.com
City*
State*
Zip*
Your age range:*

18-2425-3435-4445-5455-6465+Prefer not to say
Are you currently a member of Generator?*

YesNoI was a member in the past.I'm planning to join.I'm not sure.
Which membership plan are you currently on?*

General Membership6-Month MembershipAnnual MembershipVolunteer MembershipProgram MembershipStudent MembershipI don't recall
What times of the week are you usually at Generator? (select all that apply)*

Weekdays: 6am-12pmWeekdays: 9am-5pmWeekdays: 4pm-10pmWeekends
What parts of year are you active at Generator? (select all that apply)*

SummerFallWinterSpring
How often do you use Generator facilities?*

Several times a weekAbout once a weekA few times a monthRarelyHaven't used it yet
Which areas do you use when at Generator? (select all that apply)*

Wood ShopMetal ShopElectronics ShopLaser Cutter3D PrintingVinyl CutterSewing StudioJewelry StudioComputer LabOther
What shop do you use the MOST at Generator?*

Wood ShopMetal ShopElectronics ShopLaser Cutter3D PrinterVinyl CutterSewing StudioJewelry StudioComputer LabOther
Which best describes your use of Generator's facilities?*

I create items/services primarily for personal enjoyment or learningI occasionally sell items, but it's not a primary income sourceI regularly sell items/services as a side businessMy Generator activities are part of my primary business/income
When you started using Generator, did you intend to make money from your activities?*

YesNo
Have you completed all of the Tool Trainings you are interested in?*

YesNo
If you answered NO above, what is the primary reason preventing you from completing additional tool trainings?

Trainings are offered at inconvenient timesTrainings are a nice-to-have, not need-to-have, and low on my priority listThe cost is prohibitiveLack of motivationOther
Lower tool training prices would make me more likely to:*

Take more classes and spend more time at GeneratorNo Change, cost is not a significant factor in my membership decision
Which statement best describes your position with regards to current membership pricing?*

It's a great value - I'd stay even with a moderate price increase.It's a fair value - a small price increase would be acceptable.It's OK - but any increase would have me considering other options.Its expensive - any increase would make it hard to continue being a member.I'm already considering leaving due to the cost.
Which membership option would you be MOST interested in?*

General Membership: $105/month6-Month Membership: $600Annual Membership: $1,100Volunteer Membership: $50/monthDay Pass: $35/dayNo interest in membership, I'm interested in workshops & other learning opportunities.Other
If you became a Generator member, would you intend to make money from your activities?*

YesNo
Which best describes how you hope to use the facilities?*

I'd create items primarily for personal enjoyment or learningI'd occasionally sell items, but it would not be a primary income sourceI'd regularly sell items/services as a side businessMy Generator activities would be my primary business/income
Which areas are you interested in using at Generator? (select all that apply)*

Wood ShopMetal ShopElectronics LabLaser Cutter3D PrintingVinyl CutterSewing StudioJewelry StudioComputer LabOther
What shop MOST interests you at Generator?

Wood ShopMetal ShopElectronics LabLaser Cutter3D PrintingVinyl CutterSewing StudioJewelry StudioComputer LabOther
What part of the week would you expect to be at Generator? (select all that apply)*

Weekdays: 6am-12pmWeekdays: 9am-5pmWeekdays: 4pm-10pmWeekends
What times of year would you expect to be active at Generator? (select all that apply)*

SummerFallWinterSpring
How often do you imagine using Generator facilities?*

Several times a weekAbout once a weekA few times a monthRarely
What is keeping you from becoming a Generator Member?*

Necessary tool trainings are offered at inconvenient times.Membership is a nice-to-have, not need-to-have, and low on my priority list.The cost is prohibitive.Lack of projects.Not motivated enough.Other
Members are required to take trainings before accessing Generator's specialty shops and tools. How much does the current cost of trainings influence your decision to participant in these courses?*

Cost is the primary factor preventing me from taking trainings.Cost is a major consideration but not the only factor.Cost is a minor consideration.Cost is not a factor in my descision.I'm not sure/don't have enough information.
If Generator were able to expand, what new shops; tool sets; or workspaces would you be interested in?
What additional perks, services, classes, or other changes would you like to see at Generator?
If there is any other feedback you'd like to share, or requests you'd like to make, please share those here.
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