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May 13, 2026

Read Code the Dream’s 2025 Annual Report

At CTD, we are building a better tech industry and a better world. Check out our 2025 annual report for the latest updates on our free code school, tech-for-good tools, and Registered Apprenticeship program.

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May 8, 2026

Code the Dream Recognized as Outstanding Registered Apprenticeship Employer of 2026

ApprenticeshipNC, North Carolina’s state apprenticeship agency, recognized Code the Dream as Outstanding Registered Apprenticeship Employer of 2026. The award honors CTD for the excellence and impact of its Registered Apprenticeship program. “Each of this year’s winners exemplifies the strength of Registered Apprenticeship in North Carolina,” said Dr. Chris Harrington, Director, ApprenticeshipNC. “Their work not only […]

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Aug 17, 2026

Remembering Greg Toledo

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of Code the Dream team member Greg Toledo’s death. Greg was CTD’s Public Benefits Outreach and Partnerships Lead, and his sudden passing is a huge loss for the many people fortunate enough to cross his path. Our thoughts are with Greg’s wife, Michael, his sons, […]

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Aug 13, 2026

Claude Corps Fellowship will provide AI-for-nonprofit expertise to Code the Dream starting in October

In June, leading AI company Anthropic announced a partnership with Code the Dream. CTD will be one of the first participants in a new AI-driven fellowship program designed to extend the benefits of AI to communities where it might otherwise be out of reach. The program, named Claude Corps for Anthropic’s large language model AI […]

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Volunteer of the Month

Aug 7, 2026

Meet KJ Loving, Volunteer of the Month!

Code the Dream Junior Developer KJ Loving knows how meaningful good mentorship can be. As a CTD Learns student and a CTD Labs apprentice, Loving had help from volunteer mentors that was pivotal to launching their tech career. One mentorship experience Loving had as a student was vital to their CTD experience, and informed their […]

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Alumni Spotlight

May 28, 2026

CTD’s free classes and apprenticeship helped Marice Romero find the career she wanted

Romero says her time at CTD gave her the technical knowledge any aspiring coder needs. Beyond that, though, she says she learned valuable lessons that translate directly into the tech workplace.

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Apr 30, 2026

Code the Dream and Museum of Life and Science Partner on Climate Sustainability Exhibition

This month, the Museum of Life and Science launched a permanent climate and sustainability exhibition. Durham-based national technology nonprofit Code the Dream partnered with the museum to build three applications for the exhibition. The apps are designed to engage visitors of all ages through education, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. Each app is available in English […]

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Feb 26, 2026

Tandem Apprenticeship Program Yields More Jobs for CTD Associate Developers

Tech giant SAS’s continued partnership with Code the Dream has yielded jobs for another cohort of software engineers. Ten Code the Dream associate developers began the next phase of their tech careers at SAS in January, via CTD’s Tandem Apprenticeship program. About the Tandem Apprenticeship Code the Dream’s associate developers come from our free code […]

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Dec 18, 2025

Code the Dream wins NC TECH’s Purpose Driven Innovation Award

Code the Dream was recognized for benefits access work during Dec. 9 awards gala Code the Dream is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2025 winner of the Purpose Driven Innovation Award at the NC TECH Awards. Winners were recognized at the NC TECH Awards Gala on Tuesday, December 9. Code the Dream was […]

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Sep 4, 2025

CTD Learns Curriculum Gets an Upgrade

If you’re just getting started in tech, it can feel overwhelming. Our Classes Team at Code the Dream understands that the decisions you make about your education now will impact your career trajectory—and we are here to help! Introducing New Career Pathways Starting in 2026, CTD students will enjoy a newly upgraded and streamlined learning […]

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