The days may be getting shorter, and leaves may be falling from the trees, but somewhere in the world, opportunities for a brighter future are growing. This is thanks to open‑source and non‑profit organizations that will receive our support this October.
From programming education to support for children in need, these are the initiatives that caught the attention of Bartosz Tkacz, a Software Tester on the THG Ingenuity Cloud Services project. Find out why.
freeCodeCamp
A non‑profit educational organization and a true springboard for beginner programmers. freeCodeCamp offers free courses with certificates, preparing learners to work as Full Stack Developers, as well as developing related skills, such as data science, AI tools, and English. You can find the full list of courses on the project’s website, totaling over 3,000 hours of learning.
But courses are not all they offer—the creators also run a podcast and a 24/7 music stream ideal for coding focus. The music must be effective: in 2022 alone, the platform’s community spent a total of 8,000 years—yes, years—learning! Alumni of the courses now work at companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Sidnet 😉
„Starting a career in IT is one of the most challenging periods. At that stage, knowledge, skills, and a clear path are often lacking. Access to high‑quality, free courses can be a real turning point. It’s also a way to break the bottleneck caused by the high cost of paid training”, explains Bartosz.
Pociecha Foundation
Children from low‑income, vulnerable, or otherwise at‑risk families receive invaluable support from Pociecha Foundation. The name Pociecha in Polish can’t be fully translated—it means both “a child” and “to comfort or console,” reflecting the foundation’s mission. This public‑benefit organization operates through a network of community centers, providing children with a safe and welcoming space.
There, they find not only a warm meal—nearly 8,000 were distributed last year—but also opportunities to explore their interests, make friends, and spend time in a supportive, nurturing environment. Beyond managing the centers, the foundation organizes school supplies and summer trips for young people.
“Not every child is fortunate enough to grow up in a healthy, loving family. Children growing up in difficult environments face a tough start in life. That’s why it’s so important to provide them with support and opportunities to grow,” says Bartosz.
The foundation relies on the generosity of individuals and companies dedicated to children’s wellbeing. You can also support its projects by making a donation through the foundation’s website.