Hackathon by Play4Tomorrow

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Name: Hackathon by Play4Tomorrow
Date: October 21, 2016 - October 23, 2016
Event Description:

 

Description

About:

This weekend, we are bringing together over 400 incredible hackers across Kansas City, Palo Alto, and Toronto. Participants will be challenged by foundations and sports teams on Friday night. Participants will have access to a design thinking workshop, mentorship, and local stakeholders all day Saturday. Pitches will be presented and winners will be announced Sunday morning. Winning pitches should include innovative concepts and prototypes that impact the world of youth development through sports and tech.

 

Prizes to be won:

  • Up to $25K in planning grants (from The Kauffman Foundation) 
  • Up to $50K in mentorship & incubation support (from the organizing partners) 

Join us and our partners: 

  • World Series Champions Kansas City Royals
  • Kansas City Chiefs 
  • San Francisco 49ers
  • San Francisco Giants
  • San Jose Sharks
  • Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment
  • Canadian Football League
  • Toronto Argonauts
  • Silicon Valley Education Foundation 
  • You Can Play Project 

Registration includes:

Friday (October 21st)

  • Event kickoff
  • Problem statement

Saturday (October 22nd)

  • Hackathon
  • Design thinking workshop

Sunday (October 23rd)

  • Pitch competition
  • Closing ceremony

Visit www.play4tomorrow.com for full schedule and event details

Location:

Kauffman Foundation Conference Center
4801 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110

Date/Time Information:

Friday
October 21st 2016

5:30pm Registration & Networking
6:00pm Opening Remarks
6:15pm Importance of Communities & Why Everyone Matters
7:00pm Sports as an Effective Vehicle for Change
7:45pm Networking
Fees/Admission:
Register here: --> https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/play-for-tomorrow-kansas-city-tickets-28276660252
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