Code on Wheels

🎥 Relive the Magic of Our Coders of Tomorrow Fundraiser! 🎉 We’ve shared the photos, and now here’s a glimpse of the action! Our Coders of Tomorrow Fundraiser was a night full of creativity, community, and impact. 💻✨ From games created by our talented students to the amazing support from our sponsors and partners, this event truly celebrated what we can accomplish together. A special thank you to Edwind Morales for capturing these incredible moments and helping us tell our story. 🎬👏 Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and continues to believe in our mission to empower underrepresented youth through technology. 🌟 👉 Watch, share, and help us keep the momentum going! If you missed the event, you can still make a difference: Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gCs-PxCD Let’s continue inspiring the next generation of tech leaders! 🚀 #CodersOfTomorrow #CodeOnWheels #TechForGood

🎉 Thank You for an Amazing Coders of Tomorrow Fundraiser! 🎉 We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us at this year’s Coders of Tomorrow event – what a fantastic turnout! 🍴 Guests enjoyed delicious food from El Toro Bravo and snacks from El Globo Restaurant while exploring incredible games created by our students across different partner locations. 🙏 A huge shoutout to our amazing sponsors, including Gentex Corporation, DataWise Consulting, LLC, Express Employment Professionals - Grand Rapids, MI, Boost Mobile, SIDE Strategies, and special thanks to our longtime sponsor, Start Garden, for generously hosting us in their beautiful venue and for their unwavering support. If you missed the event, there’s still time to make a difference! 💻 Share this post or contribute to help us continue empowering underrepresented youth through technology and coding. 👉 Donate now: https://lnkd.in/gCs-PxCD Thank you for being part of our mission to create opportunities for the next generation of tech leaders! 🚀 #codersoftomorrow #TechForGood #communitysupport

🎉 What an Incredible Event! Thank you to everyone who joined us to support Code on Wheels. 🚀 If you couldn't make it, there's still time to make a difference! Every dollar raised helps us bring technology and innovative curriculums to underrepresented communities through our Workshops, Classes, and CoW Clubs. Your support empowers the next generation of coders, creators, and problem-solvers. 🌟 💻 Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gXqkhUYq Together, we’re building a brighter, more inclusive tech future! 💙

Thrilled to be chosen by Code For Good West Michigan for their Weekend For Good event for the second year! We received exceptional design and development support, helping elevate our organization. A huge shoutout to our incredible weekend team! ✨ Kate Mora Woods from Meijer., who led as our Project Manager and Copywriter, kept the team aligned and focused. ✨ Edward Grant (Hey You) from VML, who served as our Frontend Developer. ✨ Todd VanHouten from Fusionary, who brought expertise in data visualization, backend development, and database management. ✨ Sindhuri Tangella, a master’s student from Grand Valley State University, who supported us with data visualization, technical writing, and copywriting. ✨ Audrey Warner from OtterBase, who contributed to data visualization, database, and data analytics support. ✨ Casey Kloostra from Fusionary, our brilliant Content Strategist, who assisted with design and technical writing. ✨ Genevieve Balivet, a student from Grand Valley State University who lent her skills in design and copywriting. Thank you also, Amber Darsch from Color Me Well Graphics Design Floater, who provided support with our sponsorship package. Special thanks to our leader, Luis Perez, for representing us throughout the project! And Angel Cruz for supporting. Thanks to this incredible team, we were able to organize, visualize, and share our data more effectively. We improved our website and refined our messaging, enhancing our appeal to potential partners, students, and donors. #WeekendForGood #CodeForGood #CommunitySupport #Nonprofit #Collaboration #DesignAndDevelopment #CodeOnWheels #WFG24

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the launch of our COWmunity 100 Champions Campaign! At Code on Wheels, we are dedicated to empowering youth in West Michigan through accessible education in coding and technology. Our goal is to raise $10,000 by securing 100 donors, each contributing $100. These funds will support our coding workshops, classes, and clubs, providing essential resources and opportunities for young minds to thrive in STEM education. 🌟 Your Contribution Will: Expand access to STEM education Empower future innovators Build a stronger community Join us in making a difference! Here's how you can help: Donate: Click the link to contribute $100 and become one of our 100 Champions! https://lnkd.in/gTH5y8Jh Share: Spread the word by sharing this post with your network. Engage: Follow us to see the impact of your donation and stay updated on our programs and events. Thank you for your support in helping us pave the way for tomorrow's tech leaders! 🚀💻 #CodeOnWheels #STEMeducation #Donate #CommunitySupport #FutureInnovators

🌟 Free Summer Classes with Code on Wheels! 🌟 Did you know Code on Wheels has free classes this summer? Join us for an amazing learning experience! Please note: Summer programs are free. Participants do not need to bring laptops. Participants must be dropped off and picked up. Maximum of 15 students per class. All classes are open to middle and high school students. Classes will be in-person only. Option A) GVSU Cohort A 📅 August 5th, 6th, and 7th (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) 🕙 10 AM to 12 PM 📍 GVSU Innovation Design Center, 227 Winter Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Option B) GVSU Cohort B 📅 August 12th, 13th, and 14th (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) 🕙 10 AM to 12 PM 📍 GVSU Innovation Design Center, 227 Winter Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Option C) Roosevelt Park Ministries 📅 July 22nd, 23rd, and 24th (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) 🕧 12:45 PM to 1:45 PM 📍 Roosevelt Park Ministries, 1530 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Option D) YMCA Downtown Grand Rapids 📅 Every Tuesday, 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, starting at the beginning of June, July, and August 📍 YMCA Downtown, 475 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn and grow this summer! 🌞📚 For more information and to register, visit: https://lnkd.in/g9nWQWWx #CodeOnWheels #FreeClasses #SummerPrograms #GrandRapids

We're thrilled to be featured on FOX 17, showcasing the incredible work our team is doing to diversify the STEM ecosystem. We're committed to driving this important mission forward and making a lasting impact. If you'd like to support our efforts, you can donate here: https://lnkd.in/g2wuW7jQ. Thank you for your continued support!

It was a busy and productive day for Code on Wheels! 📸 Our Executive Director, Luis Perez, and Advancement Director, Angel Cruz, recently visited Grand Valley State University to explore potential collaborations. They had the opportunity to tour the impressive Shape Corp. Innovation Design Center and the DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health. What beautiful spaces. We also had an interview with Fox News at our office in the beautiful coworking space at Start Garden. They visited to learn more about Code on Wheels and our programs. Stay tuned for the story to drop! A special thank you to Rachel Salinas, Shelby Harrison, M.Ed., and Paul Doyle from GVSU for their time and support. We are excited about the possibilities and look forward to working together to create innovative solutions and opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates! #Collaboration #Innovation #Education #GVSU #ShapeCorp #DeVosCenter #CodeOnWheels

After 33 weeks of amazing Wednesdays, the after-school CoW Club has wrapped up! We had between 5 to 20 youths from the 49548 zip code joining us each week for free coding fun and STEM learning. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this journey unforgettable! We're gearing up to find partner organizations for the fall! Dive deeper into this opportunity on our website: https://lnkd.in/gkVPs8Dv #CodeOnWheels #YouthCoding #49548 #CommunityEngagement

Great Opportunity for Young Innovators – and it's FREE! This summer, Code on Wheels is excited to partner with the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids David D Hunting Location to offer a unique, FREE Game Development class each month! Designed for students aged 10-14, these classes are a fantastic way to dive into the world of coding and game design without any cost. Join us every Tuesday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM in June, July, and August for a dynamic and educational experience. Each month features a new theme, ensuring every session brings something different! Spots are limited to 12 student per session, so register early to secure your place! For more information and to register: Email Allison at Asides@grymca.org Call us at 616.855.9538 Let’s make this summer unforgettable with Code on Wheels at the YMCA! Don’t miss out on this free opportunity to learn and have fun! #YMCA #CodeOnWheels #GameDevelopment #SummerClasses #YouthCoding #LearnToCode #FreeClass