Free Online event

June 14-15, 2023

Generative AI
for Good Hackathon

JOIN FOR GOOD

ABOUT HACK TO THE RESCUE

Hack To The Rescue is the largest Generative AI hackathon for good aimed at finding the best solution for nonprofits to solve the most pressing, real-world challenges and impact one million people in the next year. Tech companies will form teams that will compete over the course of the two-day online event for prizes up to $10,000+ that will be donated to the charity of the winners’ choice.

WHEN IS IT HAPPENING?

June 14-15, 2023

Free Online Event

ABOUT HACK TO THE RESCUE

Hack To The Rescue is the largest Generative AI hackathon for good aimed at finding the best solution for nonprofits to solve the most pressing, real-world challenges and impact one million people in the next year. Tech companies will form teams that will compete over the course of the two-day event for prizes up to $10,000+ that will be donated to the charity of the winners’ choice.

WHEN IS IT
HAPPENING?

JUNE 14-15, 2023

Free Online Event

WHO CAN JOIN?

Hack To The Rescue is open to all tech companies looking to use their talents for good. Teams of up to 6 people will tackle complex challenges provided by nonprofits and hack their hearts out to deliver a project before time runs out.

Meet the winners

HOW IT WORKS?

Sign up (a team)

(or few!) from your company. Registrations close on 13.06.2023 at 23:59 CET

Individual registrations are welcome too and individual participants can form teams with other lone hackers.

Review challenges

Get your team hyped on working with best nonprofits in the world.

Final choice of challenges happens on the first day of the hackathon when we reveal technical requirements.

Register your team members

You can make changes in your team squad till very last minute.

All team members need to be registered via form provided to team leads and listed at project submission on 15th of June.

Come to hackathon

and make AI work for good. Event will be run on Discord, so make sure you join us there as soon as possible.

During the hackathon you can also take part in competitons and attend lectures.

Generative AI FOR GOOD in action

HACKATHON CHALLENGES

We partnered with world's leading nonprofits to bring as hackathon challenges some of the most important issues humanity is facing right now. From barrier-free democracy through crisis relief to the mental wellness of youth, we can accelerate solutions together. See all challenge paths or review detailed challenge descriptions here.

PATH 1

AI for Mental Wellness

Facing a rising tide of mental health crises, especially among teenagers, our world is in dire need of more mental health professionals. The resources are there, but often hard to navigate on tough days. We're in desperate need of a user-friendly, efficient solution. Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and join the mission to bridge this gap? There's never been a better time to make a real difference.

Unaweza
Prize pool: $1 000
Recognize the Mental Health need and suggest the best facility or resource to support people in crisis.

PATH 2

Barrier-Free Democracy with AI

Unlock the potential of generative AI to bridge language barriers and foster accessibility in democracy. In this path, participants will focus on developing AI solutions to simplify complex legal documents and legislation. By translating formal texts into easy-to-understand language, we can promote inclusivity and empower all members of society to engage in democratic processes.

Democracy of the Future
Prize pool: $1 000
Tool to translate legislation into a more user-friendly language to improve participation in democratic processes.

Socialbee
Prize pool: $1 000
Auto translate the legal documents for refugees into simple language.

PATH 3

AI Advocates for Human Rights

Harness the potential of generative AI to identify and classify instances of human rights violations, fostering global awareness and driving change. In this path, participants will focus on detecting cases involving Indigenous communities and other vulnerable populations. Let's join forces to leverage AI technology in the fight for justice and the protection of human rights worldwide.

CRIES
Prize pool: $1 000
Classify cases of breaking Indigenous communities's Human Rights to build a better understanding of a problem.

Asylex
Prize pool: $1 000
Automated Human Rights appeal creator to empower Refugees and Asylum seekers to fight for their rights.

PATH 3

Superhero Synergy: AI Connections for Change

Unite the superheroes of our world by developing AI-driven text classification systems to create meaningful connections. In this path, participants will focus on building matching solutions and recommendation engines for various social impact initiatives. Let's harness the power of generative AI to strengthen networks, maximize impact, and create a better world together.

BLab
Prize pool: $1 000
Create matchmaking solution for BCorps.

Tech To The Rescue
Prize pool: $1 000
Create an AI-powered matchmaker for Tech Companies and Nonprofits to create innovative digital products for social good

PATH 5

Speedy Solutions for Crisis Relief

Utilize generative AI to accelerate the creation of formal documents, bringing aid to those in crisis situations more swiftly. In this path, participants will develop AI-powered tools to generate human rights appeals and project proposals, empowering refugees, asylum seekers, and individuals in dangerous circumstances. Let's leverage AI to make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.

UNDP Digital
Prize pool: $1 000
Gen-AI powered digital solution finder for crisis zones

PATH 6

Truth-Seeking AI: Fighting Fake News

Combat misinformation online by developing generative AI solutions to identify and debunk false content. In this path, participants will focus on recognizing misleading information about topics like autism and exposing inconsistencies in corporate communication. Let's work together to build a more reliable, transparent, and trustworthy digital landscape.

European Council of Autistic People
Prize pool: $1 000
Recognize fake information about autism being published online to prevent harmful treatment cases.

PATH 7

AI for Creative Learning

Revolutionize education by employing generative AI to create personalized, engaging, and enjoyable learning experiences. In this path, participants will focus on developing AI-powered tools for generating creative lesson plans and providing mentorship for young activists. Let's work together to reshape the future of education and empower the next generation of changemakers.

Zwolnieni z Teorii
Prize pool: $1 000
AI-powered mentor chat for young activists changing lives of millions of Poles.

PATH 8

AI for Climate Consciousness

Harness the power of generative AI to drive meaningful change and create a sustainable future. In this path, participants will use advanced AI techniques to analyze content, generate objective descriptions, and assess climate impact. Unlock the potential of AI to provide clarity and data-driven insights for a better understanding of our world and the environment we share.

Uwaga, Śmieciarka jedzie

Prize pool: $1 000

Classify objects on photos to improve the capacity and understanding of the climate impact of the biggest second-hand community in Polish internet

PATH 9

Empowering Inclusive Employment

Empower excluded individuals by leveraging the capabilities of generative AI to help them secure fulfilling employment. In this path, participants will focus on developing AI-driven tools to create compelling CVs and cover letters, assisting those who face challenges in re-entering the job market. Let's work together to break down barriers and create a more inclusive workforce.

mavoie

Prize pool: $1 000

Classify objects on photos to improve the capacity and understanding of the climate impact of the biggest second-hand community in the Polish internet

View details of all challenges

AGENDA

14 JUNE - DAY 1

Morning

Keynote & Opening
Start of coding & full challenge tasks presentation

Afternoon

Lectures & Competition

15 JUNE - DAY 2

Morning till 1PM

Submission of projects

Afternoon

OpenAI Closing Keynote
Announcement of winners

See full agenda

MENTORS AND JUDGES

Sandra Topic
Tech To The Rescue
AI advisor
Sandra is an IT Program Manager with a passion for using artificial intelligence (AI) for social impact. She is an avid supporter of finding new ways to use technology for good and committed to promoting responsible AI development.
Santiago Mendez
Lenovo
Head of Philanthropy
20+ years of working experience in the private sector, currently in charge of Philanthropy and Corporate Social Responsibility for Lenovo in EMEA. Slovak by heart, Colombian by blood and wannabe activist working for a more inclusive and tolerant society.
Mateusz Kobos
Tooploox
ML Engineer
Mateusz Kobos graduated from the Warsaw University of Technology and obtained a Ph.D. in Machine Learning from the Polish Academy of Sciences. He has worked as an academic teacher, big data software developer, data scientist, and machine learning engineer. He is interested in good data science project practices and solving data-based problems using appropriate tools.