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
IndianapolisBased & 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.

Social Progress Initiative (SPI)

Providing globally recognized frameworks for measuring social and environmental performance beyond GDP.

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.