Code Your Dreams

Hey hey want to go to a charity event next Friday?! All ticket sales go towards Code Your Dreams' free computer science and tech programs for students! Check out "Bingo for a Cause" on Fri 12/6 at TeamWorking by TechNexus! Included we'll have dinner and drinks, games and prizes, live comedy, networking, and more! Bring your friends and fam! Plus: until Sunday use the discount code "black-friday" for 25% off all tickets https://lnkd.in/gCn3dAqd

I love a deal. So we're bringing a #BlackFriday deal to the Code Your Dreams community for our Bingo for a Cause fundraiser! Now until the end of the month, we're offering 25% off all tickets for December 6th event using the special discount code "black-friday". It's going to be the party of the season! We're serving delicious dinner and drinks (alc and non-alc), hosting games and prizes, a live comedy set, and more. Plus: we're decking out the TeamWorking by TechNexus space with tropical holiday decorations and giveaways that you don't want to miss! More importantly: your support allows us to continue our free and stipend-based computer science programs for kids and adults around the world. Bring your friends, bring your family, and let's celebrate! If you're looking for a fun and inspiring Friday night, this one's for you! Impacting a student's life can transform an entire family. Our students are stepping up for their communities and building technologies that improve the lives and solve problems for entire communities. P.S. Don't have a fabulous fit like the woman in the photo below? Don't worry! VIP packages come with a Hawaiian shirt (handpicked in Hawaii), a CYD neon visor, a CYD supporter pin, and more! Check it out at: https://bit.ly/4fP3eB9

Did you know that Bingo for a Cause next Friday includes both dinner and drinks throughout the entire event (alc and non-alc)??! Plus: all proceeds go to providing free computer science and technology programs for our communities through Code Your Dreams! AND we'll have giveaways, music, comedy, games, prizes, and inspiring stories from some of Chicago's leading changemakers. Get excited for italian beef sandwiches, vegan hot dogs, a variety of HOME-COOKED fajitas, sides, and more! Plus you'll be the first to hear about some BIG updates for 2025 ;) Head on over today to https://lnkd.in/gCn3dAqd

Don't miss Code Your Dreams at High Tech CHI 2024! We're ecstatic to welcome their team back to HTC as a participating Partner and can't wait to start practicing our coding skills during their "Code as a Family" session in our Family Engagement Track. Learn more: htc2024.eventbrite.com

Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster- Paredes welcome back Brianne Caplan ?? the inspiring founder of Code Your Dreams, to explore the incredible strides in coding education since her first appearance in 2019. This episode dives into: ?? The magic of blending play and learning in coding education. ?? The impact of generative AI on teaching and innovation. ?? Community-driven success stories—from first graders building mindfulness apps to adults developing tools for police transparency. ?? How embracing failure creates opportunities for growth and innovation. Brianne’s insights highlight how technology can drive positive change in diverse communities, fostering creativity and opening doors for everyone to innovate. Don’t miss this uplifting and thought-provoking conversation. Tune in now! https://lnkd.in/eXC-QkMY

BIG things are coming in 2025 for Code Your Dreams, and we can't wait to share them with YOU! Our team has been working tirelessly behind the scenes, and the results will truly amaze you. So... what’s in store? ?? ? Could it be the launch of our very first physical creatorspace in Chicago? ? Or perhaps our public web platform to help anyone start their own coding program? ? Maybe it's our first-ever AI product launch for accessibility? ? Or an explosion of new, free programs for communities globally? The possibilities are endless, and we want YOU to be a part of this incredible journey. Join us for Bingo for a Cause, our end-of-year fundraising event, and help us make these dreams a reality. ?? ?? CYD was built by everyday people and is powered by passionate community leaders— just like you. ??? Get your tickets today and support our mission! Together, we’re building a future where everyone can innovate. ???? https://lnkd.in/gCn3dAqd

K-8 families in Chicago! Don't miss out on High-Tech Chi at Google Chicago. There are only a few free tickets left! This is a super fun day! Code Your Dreams will be hosting a "Code as a Family" workshop for the K-8 kids and parents. We'll also have a table at the high school track as well. Coding isn't just for the kids! Everyone can get involved during High-Tech Chi! https://lnkd.in/gbFdsrj8

?? VIP for a Cause Giveaway! ?? Thanks to the incredible kindness of Lynette Correa-Velez, M.Ed., Critical Career Coach, we have a VIP package for "Bingo for a Cause" to give away! This package offers the chance to attend our special end-of-year fundraiser, bringing together some of Chicago's most inspiring changemakers and technologists for dinner, drinks, games, networking, and fun. ?? Want to join us? Here's how to enter: 1?? Repost this post 2?? Comment below answering one of these questions: - Why do you love the Chicago community? - Why is technology a superpower in your life? This opportunity is open to everyone — you don’t need to have volunteered with Code Your Dreams before. We’re celebrating the Chicago spirit and the power of technology to create change! ?? Hurry! Entries close Friday, 11/22. One lucky winner will be selected to join us for an unforgettable night of networking, inspiration, and fun. Check out event details here: https://lnkd.in/gesjenZV Let’s hear your stories! ?? #VIPforACause #BingoForACause #ChicagoCommunity #TechForGood #Changemakers

Chicago, we are thrilled to announce that?IMC Trading?is one of our supporting game sponsors for Bingo for a Cause!??? ? Join us on Friday, December 6th at TeamWorking by TechNexus for an evening of bingo, fun, and community spirit—all in support of Code Your Dreams' mission to empower communities through free computer science and technology education. Thanks to?IMC’s generosity, we’re one step closer to closing the tech opportunity gap and creating meaningful educational experiences for youth and adults. ? Did you know??IMC?proudly supports local communities and partners with charities around the world, with a particular focus on education. From Chicago to Tanzania to Mumbai,?IMC?leverages their talent and resources to make a difference for communities around the world. Partners like?IMC?understand the power of education and invests in important initiatives that reflect their company and its values. ? This end-of-year event is a fantastic chance to make a difference, win exciting prizes, meet Chicago changemakers, and support a great cause. Don't miss out- get your tickets today and bring friends and family along! ? ???Get your tickets at:?https://lnkd.in/gesjenZV

Is attending a charity fundraiser on your 2024 bucket list? If so, I might be biased, but we would love your support at Bingo for a Cause on December 6th in Chicago! Imagine an evening filled with excitement, networking, and connecting with some of Chicago's inspiring changemakers. We’ve lined up amazing auction items and prizes, including: ?? Widescreen TVs ?? Chicago Bulls tickets ??? Steakhouse dinners ?? Artwork ??? Museum passes ?? Workout classes ?? Gift cards ...and so much more! Want to bring your friends or colleagues along? Grab a VIP table and make it a night to remember! This event isn’t just about having fun—it’s about coming together to make a real impact. So, why not check that bucket list item off and support an incredible cause? ?? Check out the event here: https://lnkd.in/gCn3dAqd Let’s make December 6th a night of giving, connection, and joy. Hope to see you there and supporting Code Your Dreams! #BingoForACause #ChicagoEvents #Fundraiser #GivingBack #Networking #ChicagoCommunity