# School of Code graduates available to charities with no hiring fee - Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2023/03/14/school-of-code-graduates-available-to-charities-with-no-hiring-fee/ - Published: 2023-03-14T10:04:15+00:00 - Author: Howard Lake **Graduates of School of Code’s free coding bootcamp will be available to work for mission-driven organisations across the UK with no hiring fee, thanks to support from Binance Charity.** The blockchain for social good charity has partnered with the Birmingham-based social enterprise School of Code which offers intensive training for individuals seeking employment in technology jobs across the UK.   The bootcamp has always been available for free to learners. Now eligible social purpose organisations can hire its participants for free. ## Advertisement ## School of Code bootcamp The 16-week intensive course is designed to remove the educational and financial barriers to pursuing a successful career in technology. No academic or technical expertise is required. Bootcamp participants are selected “based on their motivation, humility, curiosity and willingness for teamwork”. The bootcamp includes the opportunity to present live demos to social enterprises and charities within [School of Code](http://www.schoolofcode.co.uk)’s employer partner network. The funding that enables School of Code to provide the training at no cost to the individuals is provided by the UK government funding and employer partners.  The Developer Society is one charity that has already benefited. They hired Mareen, an ex-primary school teacher turned bootcamper who had graduated from the School of Code. She has become “a vital member of their team as she’s grown in the role to help support their efforts to solve problems for charities themselves”. ## Binance Charity The first year of [Binance Charity](https://www.binance.charity/)‘s support will provide 50 bootcampers with a range of technical and soft skills, including daily front and back-end coding tuition, framework skills and an understanding of fundamental computational thinking. As a scholarship partner, Binance Charity will contribute to the curriculum, host future events and launch bootcamps. Mentors from Binance Charity, BNB Chain and Binance Labs will provide sessions as well as introduce School of Code and the potential employers to Britain’s coding, Web3 and the blockchain ecosystem.  The charity’s investment will offer access to tech-skilled people whom many charities and social enterprises could not compete for in recruitment. The mission of Binance Charity is “to enable Web3 as a driver of social transformation by making its education and research accessible to all, and advancing global solutions for local humanitarian impact”. The charity provides a donation platform and has already supported over 2 million beneficiaries through various projects. > We’ve recently partnered with [@theSchoolOfCode](https://twitter.com/theSchoolOfCode?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > to improve access to UK tech careers! > School of Code offers intensive training > for individuals seeking employment in technology jobs across the UK. > — Binance Charity (@BinanceBCF) [March 12, 2023](https://twitter.com/BinanceBCF/status/1635038562356985857?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Helen Hai, Head of Binance Charity, said: > “We’re delighted to support School of Code in lessening the barriers to entry, > transforming beginners to developers. It’s thrilling to help shape the industry’s > future. Not only is School of Code futureproofing careers, it is future-proofing > the UK’s tech sector one bootcamp at a time.” ## ⏎ School of Code The School of Code was started by Chris Meah while studying for his PhD in Computer Science. He believes technology is can make the world a more equal, fairer place for everyone, but noticed a distinct lack of diversity and backgrounds from those who were venturing on their journey to become coders. School of Code currently covers JavaScript, HTML, CSS, C, APIs, as well as how to project manage, think through UX and be agile.  Meah said: > “We’re over the moon to be partnering with Binance Charity. Having started seven > years ago, this investment will enable a greater number of bootcampers – of different > genders, background and ages – with a route into tech careers. > “Today’s announcement > marks just the beginning of our partnership with Binance Charity, supporting countless > social enterprises, charities and individuals. With Binance Charity’s market expertise, > we can play a pivotal role in driving the nation’s tech sector forward.” Who can benefit? Organisations that could benefit from the free hiring of tech staff from the School of Code include: * charities * social enterprises * small businesses * start-ups * public sector For details of the scheme [contact School of Code](https://fundraising.co.uk/2023/03/14/school-of-code-graduates-available-to-charities-with-no-hiring-fee/bi*****@*************co.uk). * **[German YMCA in London offers free B&B for groups of disadvantaged young people at hostel](https://fundraising.co.uk/2024/02/23/german-ymca-offers-free-bb-for-disadvantaged-groups-of-young-people-at-london-hostel/)**( 23 February 2024) * **[Free hosting and design opportunities for charities](https://fundraising.co.uk/2025/05/08/free-hosting-and-design-opportunities-for-charities/)**( 8 May 2025) * **[50 short breaks for charities offered at historic properties by The Landmark Trust](https://fundraising.co.uk/2026/04/01/50-short-breaks-for-charities-offered-landmark-trust/)**( 1 April 2026) ## Comments ### By: Ben Brabyn - Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2023/03/14/school-of-code-graduates-available-to-charities-with-no-hiring-fee/#comment-4451 - Published: 2023-03-14T06:39:06+00:00 I attended the demo day for School of Code Bootcamp 13.0 and I can confirm that the 126 bootcampers demonstrated impressive coding achievements, and also really good team and communications experience. This is a superb opportunity for charities to acquire top talent without additional fees. ### By: HowardLake - Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2023/03/14/school-of-code-graduates-available-to-charities-with-no-hiring-fee/#comment-4474 - Published: 2023-04-14T12:19:02+01:00 David Morley, Web Developer at Goodgym has recently employed a School of Code graduate through its partnership with Binance. **What do you think of the School of Code x Binance Partnership?** “As a charity we wouldn’t have been able to hire Nada without this partnership, and Nada wouldn’t have learned to Code without School of Code, so it’s all worked out! It’s a fantastic initiative that is beneficial to both businesses and School of Code bootcampers”. **Historically, what challenges did Goodgym face in terms of hiring before you came across the School of Code and more specifically, this partnership?** “Being a small charity organisation, our resources, both monetary and time, are limited, making it difficult to invest in new starters. However, the School of Code and Binance partnership has helped to solve both issues. With continued learning and mentoring support, School of Code has made the transition for Nada so much easier, taking a huge weight off my shoulders.” **What motivated Goodgym to consider hiring from the Binance x School of Code partnership in the first place?** “Nada’s application showed us the high calibre of candidates being produced by School of Code. Despite her limited tech experience, Nada was a passionate candidate who the School of Code had trained well. Initially, we wanted to hire someone with more experience, but we realised that with a little more support, Nada would excel in the mid-level role. The ongoing support provided by School of Code gave us the confidence to hire Nada, whose values align perfectly with ours and School of Code’s commitment to diversity and creating opportunities for individuals. Nada’s passion, values, and potential made her the perfect fit for Goodgym, and we are glad we made that decision”.