About
Black Girls Code is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reshaping the next generation of technology leaders. Based in Oakland, California, and active since 2011, it equips Black girls and other underrepresented young people with technical skills, mentorship, and pathways into tech careers — regardless of their background, zip code, or identity.
Mission
Black Girls Code is on a mission to reshape the next generation of tech leaders, ensuring learners can become tomorrow's leaders in tech regardless of their background, zip code, or identity. The organization points to a persistent gap it works to close: only 19% of computer science degrees are earned by women, and less than 2% of tech roles are held by Black women.
What they do
- Elementary school initiatives designed to spark early interest in technology
- Technical and leadership skill-building programs for middle and high school students
- College, career, and entrepreneurship pathway programs
- Live and virtual workshops, digital content, and Code Along projects
- Virtual mentorship opportunities — the organization cites research that girls are 55% more likely to pursue STEAM when paired with a mentor
Scale and impact
Since its founding in 2011, Black Girls Code reports reaching more than 53,000 learners through its workshops. In 2025, 6,757 learners participated in its programs, representing 30% year-over-year growth. Its digital content has reached more than 11.5 million global viewers, with over 182,000 YouTube subscribers and 576,000 total followers across social platforms.
Financials
According to ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, for fiscal year 2024 Black Girls Code reported total revenue of $4.4 million, total expenses of $12.8 million, and net assets of $23.4 million. Contributions made up 79.2% of revenue (about $3.47 million), with investment income contributing a further 19.9% (about $871,051).
Governance
Black Girls Code Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 45-4930539) classified under educational institutions and related activities, with IRS tax exemption issued in February 2018. Cristina Mancini serves as CEO.