Hackathon

2025 ASIAN CREATIVE FESTIVAL

Social Impact Hackathon

May 23 - 25, 2025 | Pratt Institute (Manhattan)

This is where creatives, nonprofits, and businesses come together to tackle real-world challenges through storytelling, content creation, and digital solutions. Over the weekend, participants will collaborate with four incredible nonprofits to drive awareness and make meaningful impact.

✨ Open to all—no need to be Asian to participate!

We welcome creatives of all backgrounds who are passionate about using their skills for social good.

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What's included?

Create. Collaborate. Make a social Impact. Team up with four creatives, tackle real-world challenges for nonprofits, join expert-led workshops, and pitch your ideas for exciting prizes.

Collaboration

Team up with 4 other creatives to solve real world problems and assist non profit organizations

Workshops

Learn from industry experts and gain hands-on skills such as brand strategy and social media.

Keynote Talks

Gain insights from professional speakers on technology,design and social impact

Pitch & Prizes

Present your solution to judges, compete for prizes, and bring your ideas to life with a non-profit

Nonprofits

We’re a hackathon with social good at its heart. Our nonprofits have presented several problem areas and projects to tackle their most pressing needs. Here are the incredible organizations that we’ve partnered with:

Community

Welcome to Chinatown

ensures Chinatown’s future remains vibrant and resilient through tailored support and community-driven initiatives.

Arts & Culture

Asian American Arts Alliance

fosters collaboration, representation, and advocacy in the arts, ensuring diverse voices are heard and celebrated.

Animal Welfare

PAWS NYC

is dedicated to helping New York City’s most vulnerable residents stay with their pets through critical programs and services.

Community

Project Barkada

unites communities by amplifying voices, empowering individuals, and sharing the Barkada Spirit of collaboration and support.

Hackathon Schedule

Day 01

Fri, May 23

Check-in

6:30 PM

Kick-off - intro, rules, prize

7:00 PM

Team greeting

8:00 PM

Mentor check-in

8:30 PM

Day 1 ends

9:00 PM

Day 02

Sat, May 24

Check-in

9:00 AM

Workshop

10:00 AM

Keynote speakers & sponsors

11:00 AM

Lunch break

12:00 PM

Hacking

1:00 PM

Submission

4:00 PM

Pitch presentation

4:30 PM

Ceremony

6:30 PM

Day 2 ends

7:00 PM

Who can participate in this hackathon?

This hackathon is open to students and professionals who are passionate about using technology to create innovative solutions for nonprofit organizations.
How do I register for the hackathon?

You can register by clicking on the Sign Up button at the top of the page, which will redirect you to the participation form.
What should I bring to the hackathon? Are there any prerequisites or required skills?

This hackathon is open to all, regardless of experience level. Just bring your creativity, problem-solving mindset, and any tools or devices you need to code and collaborate.
What are the judging criteria?

Projects will be judged based on the following criteria: Creativity – How original, engaging, and impactful is the idea? Does it bring a fresh perspective to the nonprofit’s mission or challenge? Feasibility – Can the idea realistically be implemented given the available resources, timeline, and nonprofit capacity? Viability – Does the solution have long-term potential? Is it sustainable and adaptable for the nonprofit's future use? Judges will also consider how well each team collaborates with their nonprofit partner and aligns their solution with the organization’s goals and audience.
How can I stay up-to-date on hackathon news and announcements?

Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and our website to stay updated with the latest news and announcements.

Make your Impact

This year, we are shifting our focus toward actionable initiatives that give back to our community. The hackathon provides a unique opportunity for creatives, technologists, and change makers to collaborate, innovate, and craft impactful solutions. Inspired by the power of technology and storytelling, teams will develop creative strategies and digital solutions that amplify the missions of these nonprofit organizations.

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