Introducing the 2024 Tech Equity Collective Impact Fund Grantees
Today, we’re announcing the 20 grantees of the 2024 Tech Equity Collective Impact Fund — a $1 million commitment to organizations driving equity in the tech industry. These 20 organizations are at the forefront of creating a more inclusive tech ecosystem for aspiring Black technical talent through reskilling, upskilling and training programs.
The Tech Equity Collective Impact Funds acknowledges the need for equitable representation and inclusion in the industry, and we’re committed to empowering organizations that are actively providing aspiring talent with the resources and support they need to thrive. The TEC Impact Fund provides:
- Non-dilutive financial support: $50,000 in non-dilutive funding to fortify initiatives and upskill emerging technical talent from underrepresented communities.
- Organizational development programming: Monthly virtual seminars to accelerate organizational growth — featuring topics such as leadership and fundraising — led by industry thought leaders and practitioners.
- A valuable community: Exclusive access to Tech Equity Collective's vibrant community of industry experts and peer organizations.
Meet the grantees
This year’s grantees represent a diverse range of initiatives, all with the common goal of creating a more inclusive tech ecosystem:
- America on Tech prepares the next generation of technology leaders by creating pathways for underestimated BIPOC students into degrees and careers in technology.
- Baddies in Tech is a nonprofit professional development and networking community for women of color in tech.
- Black UX Labs offers a streamlined path to leadership for Black tech professionals by connecting companies with the next wave of diverse talent.
- Blacks United in Leading Technology International is a leading community of Black tech professionals focused on building tech equity in the industry through events and media.
- BRIDGEGOOD provides vital access, professional opportunity and tech literacy to under-resourced students and job seekers of color.
- Brooklyn Public Library - LevelUP helps Black women build wealth and advance their careers in key industries, including cybersecurity.
- Byte Back provides under-resourced communities an equitable pathway into the digital economy through digital advocacy, digital literacy and tech certification training.
- The C-Better Foundation is a nonprofit organization that connects underserved communities to economic opportunities via technology access and education.
- Code Super Powers helps Black talent succeed in vital technical positions through partnerships with leading employers and innovative educational programs.
- Colorwave is a nonprofit focused on reducing social capital gaps in America’s innovation economy by connecting underrepresented professionals to meaningful career opportunities across the venture-backed ecosystem.
- /dev/color is the global career accelerator for Black software engineers, technologists and executives.
- GovTech Academy empowers and trains the next generation of GovTech IT leaders.
- Hack.Diversity transforms the economy by breaking down barriers for Black and Latinx professionals in tech.
- Next Shift Learning, Inc. is a workforce design studio that develops inclusive learning content and experiences to propel people and teams.
- NPower creates pathways to economic prosperity by launching digital careers for military veterans and young adults from underserved communities.
- Per Scholas advances economic equity through rigorous training for tech careers and to connect skilled talent to leading businesses.
- The Prairie View A&M University Computer Science Department has a mission to provide the highest quality instruction to its students, conduct leading-edge research in computer science and engineering, and provide leadership and service to professional communities.
- Resilient Coders provides access to software engineering opportunities through training, placement and support for young adults of color.
- WeCode KC creates a pipeline of future-ready professionals through project-based learning and innovative programs.
- WrightNow Solutions provides companies, entrepreneurs and individuals with training and resources to achieve next level success.
These organizations were selected for their spirit of innovation and their commitment to a more equitable tech industry. We applaud their work and are honored to support their ongoing efforts. To learn more about Tech Equity Collective and for information on how to get involved visit our website.
