Hello Wrld,

We are not just a program teaching code to young bright minds of color. We dare to dream bigger than that. We are an engine for change – coding the future we want to see.

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Learn the skills to do more than just land a job and blend in.

Understand the mindset of financial independence and social mobility.

Transform into a force to shape the world.

Our Intention

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All Star Code creates economic opportunity for young men of color by developing an entrepreneurial mindset and supplying them with the tools they need to succeed in the innovation economy. Our flagship 6-week Summer Intensive delivers the equivalent of one year of collegiate level computer science education.

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We’re stacking for ourselves. Navid Mamoon All Star

Navid Mamoon is a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, an All Star Code Scholar (class of 2016) and a UI Engineer at Netflix. He also helped design the site you are visiting.

Thank you, Navid!


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Applications Are Now Open!

Our 2023 Summer Intensive Program will take place this July.

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Male-identifying persons of color entering or attending high school may apply.

No coding experience is required!

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News and Events

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Summer Intensive Applications are being accepted!

Summer Intensive Applications are Being Accepted Now!

Are you looking for a way to gain an edge in the innovation economy? All Star Code is here to help.

Our 6-week Summer Intensive gives participants the equivalent of one year’s worth of college-level computer science education. Plus, our program offers mentorship from experienced professionals who have been where you are now and know what it takes to make it in today’s tech industry.

If you're ready to take control of your future, All Star Code is waiting for you!

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Play Crack the Code!

Try our beginner's programming game and earn a spot in our summer intensive coding program!

Are you ready to unlock your potential? Can you complete all of the challenges to Crack the Code?

Try It Now!

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Weekend Intensive

Not ready for a 6-week commitment? Give us a try over a weekend and learn the basics of computer animation. Register for our February 25-26 session!

If you're ready to take control of your future, All Star Code is waiting for you! Sign up today and start building your brighter tomorrow!

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All Star Code Announces Change in Board Structure

NEW YORK (November 17, 2022) — Today, All Star Code has announced changes to its organizational leadership and board of directors. After devoting nearly a decade towards helping young men of color acquire financial independence and social mobility through the power of code, Christina Lewis, All Star Code’s founder, is departing All Star Code’s board and leadership team to focus on future entrepreneurial and philanthropic endeavors.

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ASC + Sony Impact Global Fund Partner

All Star Code Named Education Partner for Sony's Social Justice Impact Fund

All Star Code is a proud Sony Music Global Social Justice Fund partner. What makes the Sony Global Social Justice Fund stand out among other funders? According to Towalame Austin, SMG’s EVP, Philanthropy & Social Impact: “Each Sony company curates their strategy based on their organization’s vision and formalizes their unique approach to social justice.”

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NBA Foundation Renews Partnership with All Star Code

All Star Code is grateful for NBA Foundation's pledge to create economic opportunity in Black communities and their work with All Star Code.

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The Giving Block Highlights All Star Code as a Nonprofit Partner

The Giving Block does stellar work with nonprofits like All Star Code to expand our portfolio of donors by allowing us to accept cryptocurrency donations. We can't speak highly enough of our experience with their team!

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All Star Code's Founder is a Top 15 NYC Philanthropist

Gotham Magazine recognizes the commitment to social justice by our Founder Christina Lewis.

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All Star Code Executive Director Danny Rojas Recognized as a Social Impact Hero by Authority Magazine

All Star Code Executive Director Danny Rojas Recognized as a Social Impact Hero by Authority Magazine

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Nike Awards $500K Grant to All Star Code

Nike awards $500K grant to All Star Code as part of its Black Community Commitment.

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NBA Foundation Names All Star Code to its 2021 Grantee Class

NBA Foundation names All Star Code to its 2021 grantee class as part of the league's promise to have a lasting impact on the Black community.

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Our Wonderful Scholars

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Are you interested in learning how to code and prepare yourself for not only the workforce but many of life's challenges? Sign up today to be the first to know when we roll out new programming!

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We Build Entrepreneurs and Game Changers

2021 Summer Intensive Recap

2021 ushered in our most successful class to date. Learn more about how our team is making an impact in the lives of our impressive young Scholars.

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