Become a Community Partner
Rooted in Community. Rising in Tech.
Universal Tech Movement (UTM) partners with community organizations, nonprofits, schools, and grassroots leaders to build a more inclusive and equitable tech ecosystem. We believe community is the foundation of lasting change, and our work goes beyond career pathways—we’re cultivating connection, access, and empowerment.
As a UTM Community Partner, you’ll have opportunities to co-host events, support digital equity initiatives, collaborate on responsive programs, and connect your network to tech career pathways. Whether you're looking to amplify shared missions, provide wraparound support, or engage your community in volunteerism and mentorship, we’re here to co-create with you. Let’s work together to expand what’s possible—locally and beyond.
2,500+ Innovative Learners Engaged
85% Job Placement Rate Within 90 Days
200K+ Annual Event and Social Media Reach
50+ Corporate and Community Partners
A Community-Driven Partner Helping You Build a More Engaged Workforce
Why Partner?
How We Can Partner?
Internship & Apprenticeship Support
Collaborate with UTM to connect your program participants with tech training and job shadowing opportunities, or co-develop workforce pathways tailored to your community.
Program Collaboration
Co-host workshops, panels, or community events focused on tech equity, workforce development, or digital literacy in partnership with UTM programs like Horizons, Tech Bytes, and ReThink Austin.
Resource & Space Sharing
Offer access to venues, wraparound support services (e.g. childcare, food, mental health), or co-create safe and accessible spaces for learning and community building.
Joint Outreach & Cross-Promotion
Amplify each other’s impact through co-branded campaigns, newsletter swaps, or social media takeovers to reach wider audiences and shared constituencies.
Volunteer & Mentorship
Collaborate with UTM to create meaningful volunteer and mentorship experiences for your community, connecting individuals with opportunities to support, guide, and uplift emerging tech talent.
Partnership Pathways
We believe in partnerships that are rooted in shared values and community care. Whether you're a small grassroots group or a citywide coalition, we’re ready to collaborate. We co-create partnerships based on shared values, community needs, and available resources. Whether you bring capacity, funding, space, or energy — we’d love to build with you.