Structural integrity is key — especially in the harsh conditions of the Playa. Your gift supports the engineers who help us build something safe, secure, and beautiful.

We’re working with artists, builders, and craftspeople — many of whom are also sharing traditional knowledge with new hands. Your support helps fairly compensate their time and expertise.

Our team is based in Doyle, CA for the summer. Donations help cover the cost of a safe and spacious worksite for building, learning, and gathering.

Moving a massive bird made of bamboo, steel, and light from rural California to the Nevada desert? It’s a journey — and your donation helps us get there.

Screws, welds, ropes, adhesives — every joint matters. Your contribution helps fund the critical components that hold the piece together.

Batik fabric, hand-dyed textiles, and weather-resistant coatings ensure Inikadowa shines, survives, and inspires on the Playa.

The installation comes alive at night. Donations help us source LED lights and solar power systems to bring its story into the dark.

Many team members are traveling from the Bay Area and beyond. Your support helps cover gas, carpools, and transportation for volunteers and artists alike.

Building community also means feeding it. Your gift helps nourish the crew — with food, water, and the kind of hospitality that sustains long build days.