Code for Impact is a mission-driven hackathon hosted by Rutgers Muslim Tech Collaborative, bringing together builders, designers, and visionaries to create technology that addresses real-world challenges.

In just a few hours, teams of 4 will design and prototype solutions across three high-impact tracks:

• 🌱 Climate: sustainability, carbon tracking, and environmental action
• 🏥 Health: access to care, mental health, and healthcare equity
• 🌍 Disaster Response: tools for displaced communities, crisis navigation, and resilience

This isn’t just about coding, it’s about building what actually matters.

We provide:

• Mentorship from experienced builders
• A collaborative, high-energy environment
• Real opportunities to turn ideas into something bigger

Come build something meaningful.

• Impact & Relevance (30%)
  How clearly does the project address a real-world problem? Is the problem meaningful and important, especially within the chosen track (health, climate, disaster)? Does the solution have potential to create real impact?
• Creativity & Innovation (20%)
  Is the idea original or uniquely approached? Does the team demonstrate creative thinking or novel use of technology? Does the solution stand out from typical or obvious ideas?
• Technical Execution (20%)
  Is there a functional prototype built with code? How well does the technology support the idea? Is the implementation thoughtful and appropriate, even if simple? Complexity is not required — clarity and functionality matter more.
• Feasibility & Scalability (15%)
  Could this realistically be developed further beyond the hackathon? Is the solution practical and usable in real-world scenarios? Does the team show a clear path to growth or deployment?
• Presentation & Clarity (15%)
  Is the idea communicated clearly and effectively? Does the demo pitch explain: the problem the solution the impact Is the pitch engaging and easy to understand?