As we step into 2025, we’re filled with hope, excitement, and gratitude for the incredible community that surrounds Black Girls Code. Together, we’ve achieved so much—and the best is yet to come. This year, let’s keep building opportunities, breaking barriers, and empowering the next generation of Black tech leaders. Here’s to a year full of growth, innovation, and making a difference—together!
Black Girls Code
Software Development
Oakland, California 58,087 followers
Inspire. Educate. Launch.
About us
Our mission is to place one million girls of color in tech by 2040. Black Girls Code partners with schools, local organizations, and dedicated volunteers to offer computer programming education for Black girls, girls of color, and gender nonconforming youth of color aged 7-25. Our programs go beyond coding skills, equipping participants with the knowledge and confidence to realize their dreams.
- Website
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http://www.wearebgc.org
External link for Black Girls Code
- Industry
- Software Development
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Oakland, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2011
Locations
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Primary
1714 Franklin St
Ste 100 #131
Oakland, California 94612, US
Employees at Black Girls Code
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Heather Hiles
Managing Partner, Imminent Equity
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Elliot Mebane
Senior XR engineer at Emerge. Building mid-air ultrasonic touch experiences for Oculus and Hololens. I work to make an impact: Games and apps for…
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Lauren Peters Lague
CMO Black Girls Code · Brand Marketing Leader & Not-for-Profit Board Member · I build brands that generate social, environmental, and economic wealth.
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Evelyn Diaz
Updates
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As we close out the year, we’re reaching out to the Black Girls Code community for support. Every contribution you make provides resources and opportunities for young Black girls to gain skills and confidence in technology. BGC instructor Dominique puts it best: “Learning at an early age is impactful for future generations… Watching brilliance and excellence unravel is such a privilege.” Join us in shaping a brighter, more inclusive tech landscape. https://lnkd.in/g7UsDWCS
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👩🏾💻 Want to Get Involved with Black Girls Code? We’re on a mission to empower the next generation of Black innovators and tech leaders, and we’d love for you to join us! Here’s how you can make an impact: - Volunteer - Join one of our workshops - Donate - Become a partner Visit WeAreBGC.org today to sign up or learn more. Together, we can build a brighter future—one line of code at a time!
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Stay in the loop! 🌟 Join our online community to stay updated on all program dates, exciting events, and everything happening at Black Girls Code. Let us build the future of tech together, click the link below to join our email list! 💻✨ https://www.wearebgc.org/
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Together, we’re transforming the future of tech! 🚀 Thanks to generous supporters, Black Girls Code reached 1.9 million learners in 2024! We’re so proud of the impact, from boosting coding confidence to increasing STEM interest. Every donation helps us inspire, educate, and prepare young Black women and gender-expansive youth for tech careers. Let’s go further in 2025! You can double your impact if your employer matches donations. Learn more and give here: https://lnkd.in/g7UsDWCS 💻 #BlackGirlsCode #FutureOfTech
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💻 Diversity and representation in tech fuel innovation and inclusivity. Right now, only 2% of computing roles are held by Black women. We are on a mission to change this! Our community, including future leaders like Riley, is breaking barriers to bring greater diversity into tech fields. Every donation supports a young coder’s journey to excel in AI, cybersecurity, data science, and beyond. Together, we’re shaping a future where everyone has a seat at the table. Will you join us? Help us make a lasting impact: https://lnkd.in/g7UsDWCS #BlackGirlsCode #RepresentationInTech #FutureOfTech
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In Honor of Spotify Wrapped… Here’s Black Girls Code’s 2024 Wrapped! This year, we reached 1.9 million people, gained 22.3K new followers, and hosted 56 workshops across 9 cities! From coding camps to leadership workshops, we’ve been building a future where Black girls lead in tech—and it’s all thanks to YOU. Want to keep the momentum going? Here’s how you can join the movement: ✨ Donate to support programs that change lives ✨ Volunteer to inspire the next generation ✨ Share our mission and spread the word Together, we’re breaking barriers, unlocking potential, and creating brighter futures. Let’s keep building! 🫶🏽🫶🏾🫶🏿 Visit wearebgc.org to learn more & join our mission!
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🎥✨ This #GivingTuesday, help us inspire the next generation of tech leaders! Black Girls Code's free Code Along series has sparked curiosity and confidence in 6.3M+ young minds, proving that Black girls belong in tech. 📊 Impact Stats: - 1B impressions, 20K+ subscribers - 78% of viewers report increased interest in STEAM careers - Twice as likely to believe they belong in tech Your support fuels programs like Code Along, paving the way for change. Donate today and give the gift of inspiration! 💻❤️ 📅 New Season Alert: Code Along Jr. returns Feb. 7, 2025! Donate now: https://lnkd.in/guQni34W #BlackGirlsCode #STEAM #Inspiration
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✨ A day of discovery, creativity, and tech empowerment! ✨ Black Girls Code, in partnership with Victory Village Corp hosted the Po(W)er Puff CODEXCEL Day for Girls! 💻👩🏾💻 Girls aged 10-17 explored the world of STEM through exciting hands-on workshops: 🚁 Drone programming and piloting 🔌 Circuitry and engineering activities 💻 Coding a mini-hackathon on code.org We’re so inspired by the energy and creativity these young minds brought to the event! Together, we’re building a future full of innovators and tech leaders. 🌟 A huge thank you to Victory Village for making this day unforgettable! #BlackGirlsCode #STEMEducation #TechForGood #GirlsInSTEM