Community · Technology · Impact

Where Changemakers
Become Builders

DreamForge equips changemakers through four interlocking programs — a Tech for Good Bootcamp, Innovation Circles, a Tech for Good Accelerator, and expert Advising — to turn bold ideas into lasting community impact.

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4Core Programs
10+Innovation Circles
8Week Accelerator
Sept 22, 2026Tech for Good Summit
Washington, DCBased & Growing

The DreamForge Model

A Complete Ecosystem for Tech-for-Good Innovation

From building a culture of innovation to accelerating the most promising solutions — DreamForge supports changemakers through every phase of the journey.

Pillar 01
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Teaching
Building a culture of innovation through education. Our Tech for Good Bootcamp — co-developed with Loyola Chicago's Baumhart Center — equips participants with the tools and mindset to tackle real-world challenges with technology.
Pillar 02
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Innovation Circles
Peer-led groups that foster a sustained community of practice. Technologists, community organizers, and social entrepreneurs meet regularly to share ideas, build relationships, and tackle challenges together.
Pillar 03
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The Accelerator
An 8-week program for the most promising tech-for-good concepts. Teams receive structured support, expert mentorship, and connections to the resources needed to bring their ideas to life.
Pillar 04
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Advising
One-on-one and cohort advising to help concepts come to life — from fundraising strategy and impact measurement to go-to-market planning for social ventures and nonprofits.
Program Highlight
DreamForge Tech for Good Summit
Our annual one-day convening brings the entire ecosystem together — innovators, advisors, and community leaders — to prototype solutions across five cause areas using AI and collective intelligence.
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Sept 222025 Date
~60Attendees
5Cause Areas

Forging innovation for impact. Supporting projects, programs, and products that build better data, community, and civic infrastructure

In Good Company

Our Partners & Collaborators

DreamForge works alongside leading institutions committed to social progress, civic technology, and mission-driven innovation.

Loyola University Chicago
Baumhart Center

Advancing social enterprise and ethical leadership at the intersection of business and social impact.

Giving Compass

A platform connecting donors to vetted nonprofits and curated cause-area intelligence for more intentional giving.

Science of Philanthropy Initiative (SPI)

An annual research conference bringing together behavioral scientists and practitioners to advance evidence-based approaches to philanthropy and charitable giving.

PeaceGeeks

Connecting displaced people to critical resources and support through technology — building digital tools that help communities find safety, dignity, and belonging.

Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
Indiana University

The world's first school dedicated to the science of philanthropy — educating the next generation of philanthropic leaders and advancing research on giving and social good.