Ambessa creates DIY STEM educational kits that teach children how things work through hands-on building projects. Their first product is a DIY flashlight kit, with walkie-talkie, radio, and camera kits coming soon, and every purchase triggers a one-for-one donation model. The company is STEM.org certified and has received recognition from Core77 and Dezeen design awards.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many children lack engaging, hands-on opportunities to learn about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, leaving them disconnected from how everyday objects actually work. Traditional educational toys often prioritize entertainment over genuine learning, failing to build lasting understanding or curiosity about the physical world.
Solution
Ambessa provides DIY STEM kits that let children build functional devices from scratch, turning abstract scientific principles into tangible, satisfying creations. Each kit is designed to be both educational and durable, with a focus on the "built by kids, powered by science" philosophy that encourages active learning through construction. The company's first product is a DIY flashlight, with walkie-talkie, radio, and camera kits in development to expand the range of buildable projects. Ambessa operates on a one-for-one model, donating a kit to a child in need for every kit purchased, making STEM education more accessible globally.
Target Audience
Primary customers are parents and educators seeking high-quality STEM learning tools for children, as well as socially conscious consumers interested in supporting educational access through a buy-one-give-one model.
Features
- DIY flashlight kit as the flagship product, with walkie-talkie, radio, and camera kits planned for release
- One-for-one donation model that provides a kit to an underserved child for every kit sold
- STEM.org certified as an educational manufacturer, ranked in the top 5% of STEM products
- Kits designed to teach practical electronics and engineering concepts through hands-on assembly
- Recognized with Core77 2024 Toys & Play Shortlist and Dezeen 2024 Product of the Year awards