Code & communityfor the common good
Committed to supporting nonprofits and social good initiatives, Hack for Impact educates and connects student volunteers, in search of real-world experience, with nonprofit partners that address crucial community needs.
Our process for turning computer science into community science
Source
We connect with nonprofit organizations facing technical challenges that align with our mission. Partners apply through our network, and we evaluate projects based on community impact and feasibility.
Define
Our team meets with your organization to understand your goals, users, and constraints. Together we scope the project, identify key requirements, and establish success metrics.
Design
We create wireframes and prototypes in close collaboration with your team. User research and iterative feedback ensure the solution truly serves your community’s needs.
Develop
Student developers build your product using modern, maintainable technologies. Regular check-ins keep you informed and involved throughout the development process.
Maintain
We deliver comprehensive documentation and training so your team can manage the product independently. Ongoing support options ensure long-term success.
Our programs
Community in action
Non-Profits
We build custom software solutions for nonprofit organizations, helping them better serve their communities and amplify their impact.
Learn more →Students
We provide community, education, and service-learning opportunities for students to develop real-world skills while making a difference.
Learn more →Professionals
Industry professionals mentor our students, sharing expertise and guiding the next generation of socially-conscious technologists.
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“...the kind of passion for socially-minded engineering our industry desperately needs.”
Javid Fathi
Software Engineer Lead at Microsoft
