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Some problems are too important to ignore.
ImpactForge is an online hackathon for builders who want to do more than just build cool things — they want to build things that matter. Whether you're tackling education, mental health, accessibility, the environment, or something else entirely, this is your space to turn a real problem into a real solution.
No experience required. No strict theme. Just a genuine desire to make something that helps people.
What do I build?
Start with a problem that bothers you. Something in your community, your school, your neighborhood, or the world at large. Then build something — an app, a tool, a platform, anything — that takes a real swing at solving it.
Do I need a team?
Solo or squad, both are welcome. Sometimes the best ideas come from one person with a clear vision. Sometimes they come from three people arguing productively in a group chat.
What if I've never done this before?
Perfect, actually. ImpactForge is built for mixed skill levels — beginners and experienced builders work side by side. Mentors are available throughout to help you when you hit a wall.
Requirements
What to Submit
Keep it simple. Here's what you need.
1. Project Name
What's your project called?
2. The Story Behind It
Tell us about what you built:
- What problem are you addressing and why does it matter to you?
- How does your solution work?
- What are the key features?
- What tools, languages, or APIs did you use?
- Who does this help?
3. Proof of Work (Required)
Show us what you built. Upload at least one screenshot, demo video, or file that shows your project in action. No working project? Show us the design or prototype — something visual is required.
4. Project Link (Optional but Encouraged)
A GitHub repo, live demo, or any link that gives judges a closer look at your work.
5. Impact Statement
In a few sentences, explain the real-world impact of your project. Who benefits? How does it help them? This is ImpactForge — tell us why it matters.
6. Your Team
List everyone involved and what they contributed. Solo? Just your name is fine.
Prizes
The Forge Award
for the project that delivers across every dimension: impact, execution, and originality
First Build Award
for a standout project from someone brand new to hackathons or coding
Disruptor Award
for the most unconventional, out-of-the-box solution to a real problem
Community Champion Award
for the project with the deepest, most tangible impact on the people it's built for
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
ImpactForge Team
Judging Criteria
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Build Quality (30%)
how functional, stable, and well-constructed the project is, including the tools and tech choices made along the way -
Real-World Impact (25%)
how directly and meaningfully the project addresses a genuine problem, and whether the solution could actually help people -
Creativity & Approach (20%)
how fresh the idea is and whether it tackles the problem in a way that hasn't been done before -
User Experience (15%)
how easy, intuitive, and pleasant the project is to actually use -
Clarity of Submission (10%)
how well the project is explained, presented, and documented for judges to understand
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