Code for Philly volunteers give back to our community by donating their skills and time towards not-for-profit, civic-minded, open source projects. Browse our community’s project directory to identify where you can volunteer.
If you’re new to volunteering or creating your own project, please check out our Projects 101 Blueprint slides.
For detailed advice on starting your own project, check out our own github ‘getting started’ project repo.
FYI - All our Projects 101 content is open source. Submit your own pull request to make it better with your own suggestions!
Check out Code for America’s project page for more opportunities to volunteer or for inspiration on the next project to start here in Philly.
SquadQuest is a different kind of civic technology project—designed to help people better connect with their communities and have more fun!
You can think of it like a realtime version of Meetup.com, or Facebook Events without the Facebook. Use it to discover small community events centered on activities that interest you and more easily rally your friends to get together out in the real world.
SquadQuest is currently usable and looking for contributors of all kinds
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Compare utility bills with neighbors. https://sillyutility.net/
You're a Comcast customer for 33 years… but someone else on your block gets better service for less money.
Companies charge whatever they want… they make you buy phone service and you don't even have a phone.
We help negotiate your bill.
See what your neighbors pay, and call to ask for the same deal.
Philly — Works in Philadelphia, PA and surrounding neighborhoods.
It's free — We do not charge money for this service.
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