If someone learns to code, especially early in their life, that just opens up so many avenues for them.
My absolute favorite part of Code to Grow is to spark a passion for coding in kids who have never coded in their life.
And I cannot describe that first feeling of excitement when they figure out something themself. It’s there, the little mental map of how code works. It’s been established in their brains and now they’ve found a passion that can uplift them in life.
One thing that’s really special about Code to Grow is the fact that a lot of our former campers come back as volunteers. They’re a role model, a teacher, a big brother or a big sister.
Something I’m also very proud of is the recognition we’ve gotten from the city of Manhattan Beach and the mayor, and the partnership that we’ve built with the Los Angeles Department of Child and Family Services.
I love watching these kids learn to code. They have the skills that are going to propel them this increasingly digital future.