Unveiling the Innovation: A Journey through Hack The Gap Hackathons
Today, we are bringing you on a journey through the innovative projects showcased at various Hack The Gap hackathons. Hack The Gap is not just an event; it's a platform where creative minds converge to build, innovate, and disrupt the norms. In this blog, we'll explore some standout projects from past events, showcasing the ingenuity, passion, and collaborative spirit that define the essence of these hackathons.
Project Showcase: FundFare
Description: FundFare is an app that partners with metropolitan citizens to pay their rides forward and gives free rides to those in need. FundFare partners with cities to integrate the “FundFare” feature in their pre-existing transit apps. Citizens can round up their totals and/or give rides to those in need.
Team Members: Aaliyah Dick, Kendra Plant, Pandora Vang, Denise Lor
Achievements: 1st place at the September 2022 Hackathon
Project Showcase: Mobile Market Alert
Description: Mobile Market Alert is an app designed to keep users informed about nearby farmers’ markets, food shelves, and free meals. Through partnerships with cities, the project integrates into existing systems, maximizing its reach and impact. This innovative approach addresses food insecurity.
Team Members: Maeling Murphy, Jessica McCollum, Kaylin Elyse Bittner & Kate Kuehl
Achievements: 1st place at the March 2021 Hackathon
See what Maeling had to say about her Hackathon experience.
Project Showcase: GREDA (Go Recycle Every Day)
Description: A progressive web application (PWA) designed to promote recycling among users. The platform leverages the power of REACT to provide an engaging and user-friendly experience. By encouraging recycling behaviors, it aims to reduce environmental impact and gain sustainability in communities.
Technologies Used: React, Progressive Web App (PWA) framework, HTML/CSS and JavaScript
Achievements: 3rd place at October 2019 Hackathon / Tech Community Prize ( most votes from attendees )
Hack The Gap serves as a breeding ground for innovation, where ideas come to life and creativity knows no bounds. The projects highlighted here are just a glimpse into the immense talent and dedication exhibited by the participants. As we look forward to future events, we remain inspired by the spirit of collaboration and exploration that defines the Hack The Gap community.
What could you build in a weekend? Find out at our next Hackathon on April 27-28 in downtown St. Paul!