At MADE, a project of Made Here CDC, creativity meets opportunity, and ideas turn into real pathways for income, skill-building, and growth.

For over 14 years, Made Here CDC (formerly known as Hacker Lab) has supported people in pursuing their passions through making, entrepreneurship, and hands-on learning. Today, we’ve evolved into a creative business hub, offering access to tools, classes, workspace, and real-world opportunities to help people not just create, but build something sustainable.

Every dollar spent at MADE directly supports our nonprofit mission: expanding access, strengthening Sacramento’s creative economy, and opening doors for makers, artists, and entrepreneurs, especially those who need it most.

At MADE, we believe in “Life MADE by you.”
That means more than creativity; it means ownership, independence, and the ability to shape your own path. Whether you’re exploring a new skill, launching a product, growing a business, or stepping into a new chapter, we’re here to support you every step of the way with the tools, guidance, and community to make it real.

What do you want to create?
We can’t wait to see it.