Hack For the World is a 12-hour hackathon for high-schoolers. Students from across the Chicagoland area will come for the weekend, teaming up (or going solo) to build an app, game, or website. We’ll provide free meals & drinks. In the evening, judges will pick the best projects to demo for everyone and win prizes. There'll be raffles and giveaways throughout the event as well! You’ll meet people, create amazing new things, & most importantly, have fun.
Requirements
This year's theme is based on the UN global goals. Students will pick a goal and build their project around that specific goal. We want to encourage students to make a difference in the world. The UN global goals are a set of 17 goals established by world leaders for a better world by 2030. These goals have the power to end poverty, fight inequality and stop climate change. Guided by the goals, it is now up to all of us: governments, businesses, civil society and the general public to work together to build a better future for everyone.
Prizes
Overall 1st
Overall 2nd
Overall 3rd
Best User Experience
Judge's Choice
Beginner's Award
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges

Matthew Callaghan
Judging Criteria
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Creativity
The project is quite unique and uses a creative approach to the issue at hand. -
Impact
The application is effective in solving the problem. -
Functionality
The application is almost completely functional (80%-100% functional) -
Design
The UI is very user-friendly and intuitive in use. The design is visually pleasing with thoughtful design choices. -
Complexity
There are more levels to the application and it has more than one functionality. -
Potential
There is not much room for the application to expand.
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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