About BDPA Twin Cities

What We Do

BDPA Twin Cities is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preparing students in grades 3–12 for success in information technology and computer science. Since 1989, we’ve provided free training in programming, web development, and other tech skills through hands-on learning, mentorship, and national competitions.

Who We Serve

We serve youth from all backgrounds across the Twin Cities metro, with a commitment to building early access, strong skills, and real-world exposure to careers in technology.

What we offer:

• Scratch Programming (Grades 3–6)

• Python Programming & Web Dev (Grades 6–12)

• Tech Career Exploration

• College & Competition Prep

• Mentorship and Guest Speakers

• Partnerships with Tech Leaders and Employers

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Proudly supported by our donors, sponsors, and community partners.

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Whether you're an employer, tech professional, volunteer, educator, or simply passionate about youth and innovation, we invite you to partner with us.

We're building the next generation of IT professionals—and it starts today.

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