Code for Good is a GitHub organization focused on building open-source software that drives positive social, educational, and civic impact. We collaborate on projects that support nonprofits, community initiatives, and public-interest technology.
We believe technology should be accessible, ethical, and useful to the people and communities who need it most. Our work centers around:
- Creating digital tools that solve real-world problems
- Supporting grassroots efforts and public service initiatives
- Promoting open, inclusive, and collaborative software development
Our repositories include:
- Web and mobile applications for civic and nonprofit use
- Data tools for research, visualization, and reporting
- Automation scripts and utilities for resource-constrained environments
- Educational platforms and mentoring resources
All code in this organization is released under open-source licenses and is free to use, adapt, and contribute to.
We welcome contributions from developers, designers, writers, and domain experts. Whether you're fixing a bug, proposing a feature, or improving documentation, your input is valued.
- Fork the repository you'd like to contribute to
- Make your changes on a new branch
- Submit a pull request with a clear description of your changes
For project-specific contribution instructions, see the README.md file in each repository.
If you're looking for where to begin:
- Browse the repositories to find a project aligned with your interests
- Look for open issues tagged with
good first issueorhelp wanted - Reach out by opening an issue if you have questions about getting involved
Unless otherwise noted in a specific repository, all projects under Code for Good are released under the MIT License.
For general inquiries, collaboration ideas, or questions about the organization:
Email: contact@codeforgood.org GitHub Issues: Open an issue in the relevant repository
Thank you for supporting open-source software that serves the public good.