Hi Friends!

Summer is in full swing, and so is TECH CORPS. Through hands-on programs like Techie Camp and IT On Ramp, we’re equipping young people with the skills, confidence, and exposure they need to explore the world of technology.

In this issue, meet our youngest board member, an alum who’s returned to give back, the staff working hard to inspire the next generation, and the city partnerships making it all possible. As we celebrate 30 years of impact, we invite you to reflect on how far we’ve come and imagine what’s next.

Let’s dive in!

Board Member Spotlight: Marjorie Mendez

Once a student, now a leader. See how Marjorie is giving back.

At just 14, Marjorie Mendez joined a TECH CORPS program after seeing a flyer offering free laptops. What she found was so much more: exposure to coding, robotics, mentorship, and a future she didn’t know was possible.

Now a Senior Analyst at Nationwide and the youngest member of our National Board of Directors, Marjorie’s story is proof that talent lives everywhere. When given the opportunity, students don’t just succeed, they come back to lead.

Watch as Marjorie shares her journey, her passion, and why she’s committed to giving back to the program that helped launch her career in tech.

Maxwel Pace: TECH CORPS Alum

Now an engineering student, he’s returning to where it all began.

As a mechanical engineering student at The Ohio State University, Maxwel Pace still sees the impact of the TECH CORPS program he joined years ago. The early exposure to coding gave him a strong foundation for the technical skills he now uses in college. This summer, he has returned to TECH CORPS as an instructor.

Watch as Maxwel shares how TECH CORPS helped shape his path.

This summer, a powerful partnership with the City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods is opening doors for hundreds of young minds. Thanks to their support, TECH CORPS is delivering free Techie Camps across the city. These immersive, hands-on experiences give 3rd–8th grade students the chance to dive into coding, digital animation, cybersecurity, and more.

These camps are more than just summer enrichment. They’re launching pads, helping students build real tech skills, grow their confidence, and imagine bold new futures in technology.

Ready to Lead, Ready to Inspire

Inside TECH CORPS’ 2025 Summer Staff Training

What does it take to lead a summer program that truly inspires the next generation of tech innovators? At TECH CORPS, it starts with dynamic, hands-on training that equips our summer staff with the tools, strategies, and support they need to create meaningful learning experiences.

From learning how to build inclusive learning environments to exploring the latest tech tools and teaching practices, our summer staff training focused on preparing instructors to meet students where they are and help them succeed.

For 30 years, TECH CORPS has been a national leader in delivering career-connected technology education to K–12 students and educators. From hands-on programs to impactful partnerships, we’ve helped countless students and educators develop essential skills, technology increase their confidence and unlock the door to a successful future.

As we celebrate this milestone, we invite you to help shape what’s next. Your donation fuels hands-on programs, real-world experiences, and expanded access to high-quality career-connected technology programming.

Your support enables us to continue offering transformative opportunities for students and educators alike. Every gift, no matter the size, fuels our mission and allows us to empower more students like Marjorie and Maxwel.