Support for community-led hackathons
We partner with organizers to support independent, community-led hackathons, from developer meetups and student groups to accelerators and startup ecosystems.
What we provide
Support is tailored to each event and may include:
- Codex access
- OpenAI API credits
- Prizes for top projects
- Workshop materials, developer resources, and starter kits
- In-person or remote mentoring and judging
- Amplification across OpenAI developer channels
Who this is for
Organizers running builder-focused hackathons with clear programming, active mentorship, and a plan to help participants ship working demos:
- Developer communities and meetups
- VCs, accelerators, and startup ecosystems
- Universities and student groups
- Nonprofits and civic tech communities
What we look for
We prioritize events with:
- Clear programming and judging structure
- Operational readiness from organizers
- Strong builder outcomes
Important timeline
Apply at least one month before your hackathon date to allow time for review and coordination.
Submitting an application does not guarantee support. Due to application volume, we may not be able to respond to every request.