Frequently Asked Questions
Answers and resources
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Our programs are provided at no direct cost to youth participants.
Schools, nonprofits, businesses, and other organizations pay a
program or workshop fee to bring Deeply Ingrained to their location.
Grants, sponsors, donors, and community partners help make these
experiences accessible to young people.
Fill out our contact form. We'll work with you
to find a date, discuss program fees, and confirm logistics. We come
to your location, and your organization provides the space and
participants.
Visit our application page to apply
online. The program is open to youth ages 14–22 in the Indianapolis
area.
Absolutely. We need people who are enthusiastic and willing to show
up for youth. No woodworking experience is required for most
volunteer roles. Training and guidance are provided on-site. Visit
our volunteer page to sign up.
We're based on the east side of Indianapolis, Indiana. Our mobile
workshop (WOW) travels across the city and surrounding areas. Contact
us if you need information about visiting our shop or office.
There are many ways to help: donate online,
volunteer at workshops and events,
become a sponsor, shop in
our store, or
link your Kroger rewards card to
support us at no extra cost when you shop.
Hand wash only—never put a wood cutting board in the dishwasher. Dry
immediately after washing, standing it upright or on a rack so air
reaches both sides. Oil regularly
with food-safe mineral oil or board cream to prevent drying and
cracking. See our full
cutting board care guide.
How-To Guides
Resources to help you build and maintain
Practical guides for participants, customers, and anyone who wants to get more out of woodworking.
Cutting Board Care Guide
How to wash, dry, oil, and maintain a wood cutting board so it
lasts for years. Covers mineral oil, board cream, and what to
avoid.
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Project Assembly Tips
General tips for assembling woodworking projects—working with grain
direction, driving screws without splitting, and adding finishing
touches.
Guide coming soon
Workshop Safety Basics
An introduction to tool safety rules—eye protection, hearing
protection, and safe habits that every woodworker should know.
Guide coming soon
Measuring & Marking
Measure twice, cut once. A beginner's guide to using a tape
measure, speed square, and marking tools accurately.
Guide coming soon
Understanding Wood Types
A primer on common wood species—hardwood vs. softwood, grain
patterns, and which wood works best for different projects.
Guide coming soon
Finishing Your Project
Sanding, staining, painting, and sealing—a guide to finishing
wooden projects so they look great and hold up over time.
Guide coming soon