Makers United San Francisco

Calling all makers, artists + creative entrepreneurs in San Francisco and the Bay Area—this FREE program is for you!

Sign up to become a member and receive resources, networking, and business-boosting opportunities to help you grow and sustain your creative business.

Makers United San Francisco is made possible through a partnership with

At Nest, we understand the importance of handcraft and the meaning it can hold for every life it touches.

That’s why we connect a community of makers + creative entrepreneurs, retailers and philanthropies to bring the diverse beauty of handcraft to the world. We provide the resources and relationships that uplift the people, places and practices behind every handcrafted so makers + creative entrepreneurs are respected, traditions are celebrated, and families and communities can grow and thrive.

About Makers United

Makers United is a subset of Nest’s global network of creative entrepreneurs, elevating the voices of 1,900+ diverse makers in the United States to ensure that the growing American Makers Movement generates opportunity for all makers regardless of gender, race, economic means or ability. All resources provided to members of the Makers United network are free to ensure equitable access and opportunity for all.

Makers United members receive:

  • Access to Nest Connect, an exclusive digital hub featuring a growing library of business development resources prepared by industry experts.

  • Opportunities to participate in in-person local workshops in select communities.

  • In-person and virtual networking opportunities with makers in the US and globally.

  • Access to an online resource directory specifically designed for makers in San Francisco and the Bay Area.

  • Opportunities to apply for Nest’s more intensive accelerators and financing programs.

  • Consideration for market access and sourcing opportunities with Nest’s growing network of brand and retail partners.

What makers are saying

Today, Makers United reaches makers in nearly every state and several territories with an ever-expanding virtual learning library and peer networking, and where available in-person workshops and market opportunities.

100% of Makers United participants said they found Nest’s learning content helpful, and 2 in 3 said participating in the program increased their opportunities for new revenue.

Become a Makers United member to start accessing the free benefits today!