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$30k in prizes for hack contest to help local non-profits

By Matt Kempner
Aug 4, 2014

Is it possible to simultaneously build good karma and attract attention for Atlanta’s tech scene? On Monday, the Technology Association of Georgia and the Metro Atlanta Chamber announced a contest with $30,000 in cash and prize for hackers who come up with the best mobility solution for three Atlanta-based non-profits: the American Cancer Society, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Points of Light/Hands on Network.

The non-profits generally want to connect with better with recipients and donors. The contest starts Aug. 19, with demos due Sept. 17. It's being held in conjunction with the second Mobility LIVE, a conference local boosters helped organize to focus on the area of mobile technology standards, innovation and strategies. For more information go to this TAG site.

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Matt Kempner is an award-winning journalist who seeks out intriguing twists about people and subjects beyond what the AJC might typically cover. A former columnist and editor, his past assignments have included business investigations, energy, the economy, entrepreneurs, big business, consumer spending, politics, government and the environment.

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