GNEC Hackathon 2026 Spring - Compete For UN-Affiliated/NGO Internships & Prizes
By Global NGO Executive Committee
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Global online hackathon by GNEC for social good, offering $700 in prizes and UN-affiliated/NGO internships. Open to all skill levels.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Global NGO Executive Committee
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- International
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 3 May 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Global NGO Executive Committee. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
The GNEC Hackathon 2026 Spring is a global online hackathon organized by the Global NGO Executive Committee (GNEC). This competition challenges participants to develop innovative solutions for social good, with a focus on issues relevant to NGOs and UN-affiliated organizations. It offers a unique opportunity to compete for cash prizes and potential internships with UN-affiliated bodies and NGOs.
Who Should Apply This hackathon is open to individuals and teams globally who are passionate about social impact and technology. It is marked as 'Beginner Friendly', encouraging participation from students, developers, designers, and entrepreneurs at all skill levels.
Tracks / Themes The competition focuses on 'Health' and 'Social Good' themes, inviting participants to address pressing global challenges through their projects.
Format & Timeline The hackathon runs online from March 12 to May 3, 2026, providing an extended period for development and submission. Participants will work remotely, leveraging online collaboration tools. Submissions are due by the final day, May 3rd.
Prizes A cash prize of $700 is awarded to the winning team(s). Additionally, top performers will have the opportunity to secure internships with UN-affiliated organizations and various NGOs, providing invaluable experience and networking opportunities.
Eligibility Open to global participants, including individuals and teams of all skill levels. No specific team size or age restrictions are mentioned.
How to Apply Registration is open via the Devpost platform, with the deadline for submissions on May 3, 2026.
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Organizers
Global NGO Executive Committee (GNEC) The Global NGO Executive Committee (GNEC) is an international nonprofit governance and coordination body that represents civil society organizations in engagements with UN agencies and international bodies. It facilitates knowledge sharing,…
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What You Get
- $700 cash prize awarded to winning team(s).
- Opportunity to secure internships with UN-affiliated organizations and NGOs.
- Internships provide invaluable experience and networking opportunities.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 2
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
