Code on Wheels

This summer, we’ve delivered more than eight summer camps in partnership with community organizations across West Michigan.

This morning, our team came together for a Summer Program Learning Session to reflect on what we’ve learned, celebrate what’s working, and identify ways to strengthen the experience for our students and partners.

A quick shoutout to / for letting us use their office for the morning!

We’re excited to put these lessons into practice as we head into the next program year.

Big news! We're incredibly grateful to be a recipient of the Steelcase Foundation Grant.
This investment is more than funding—it's an opportunity to bring hands-on STEM experiences, technology, and innovation to even more young people across our community. Together, we're empowering the next generation of creators, problem-solvers, and future leaders.
Thank you for believing in our mission!


Learn more about Steelcase Foundation: https://www.steelcasefoundation.org/

🎬 Lights, camera, action!

Today we had the opportunity to sit down with students from the as part of their Living Histories Project. Through this program, students gain hands-on experience in filmmaking and storytelling while highlighting the work of nonprofit leaders making an impact across West Michigan.

We're honored to share the story of Code on Wheels and can't wait to see the final film. A big thank you to the students, mentors, and the Mosaic Film Experience team for having us!

Big news! We're incredibly grateful to be a recipient of the Amway Impact Grant.
This investment is more than funding—it's an opportunity to bring hands-on STEM experiences, technology, and innovation to even more young people across our community. Together, we're empowering the next generation of creators, problem-solvers, and future leaders.
Thank you for believing in our mission!


Learn more about Amway: https://www.amwayglobal.com/corporate-social-responsibility/grant-requirements/

A big thank you to Plante Moran’s Unidos SRG for opening its doors and giving Code on Wheels the opportunity to share more about our work and the impact we are creating in the community.

A special shoutout to Erick Beas for coordinating the presentation and making it all happen. We are grateful for the warm welcome, thoughtful conversation, and the opportunity to connect with people who care about creating greater access and opportunity for our youth.

Looking for a meaningful (and free!) summer activity for your teen?
KDL is hosting Code on Wheels, a hands‑on STEM program where students can explore coding, digital art, game design, and more—all with guidance from experienced creators.
When? June 9–August 4
Where? Kent District Library – Kelloggsville Branch
Who? Ages 11–17
How much? Free
A perfect place for curious minds to build, experiment, and create.
For questions, please email [email protected]
Or call: 616.259.6593

We’re excited to officially launch the new Code on Wheels website🙌

This redesign is more than a new look — it’s a better reflection of the students, communities, and partnerships that drive our work every day. As Code on Wheels continues to grow, we wanted a platform that clearly communicates our mission, highlights our impact, and makes it easier for students, families, schools, supporters, and community partners to connect with our programs.

The new website creates a stronger space to showcase how we are expanding access to technology for middle and high school students across West Michigan through hands-on learning experiences, community partnerships, and real opportunities to explore technology.

A huge thank you to Tech Collaborative for helping bring this vision to life. Their partnership, creativity, and support throughout this process helped us build something that truly represents where Code on Wheels is today and where we’re headed next.

We’re excited for what’s ahead and invite everyone to explore the new site:
www.codeonwheels.org

We’re excited to share that Code on Wheels has been selected as a Youth Opportunity partner through the Heart of West Michigan United Way Community Investment Process. This multi-year investment will help us continue expanding access to hands-on technology education for youth across West Michigan.

Learn more about the Community Investment Process:
https://www.hwmuw.org/investment-process

🎮 Is your kid ready to go from gamer to game maker?

Code on Wheels is bringing FREE Intro to Game Development classes to the David D. Hunting YMCA in Grand Rapids — and new sessions start every month! 🐄💻

Students in grades 1–6 will use GDevelop to build their very own playable video game while learning critical thinking, design, and real coding logic.

📅 Wednesdays, 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 475 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Grand Rapids
💰 Completely free!

Scan the QR code or visit the link in bio to sign up. Spots fill fast!

Grateful to be part of this with Gentex Corporation. Partnerships like this are what make it possible to keep expanding access to tech education for our students.

Gentex’s Emerging Professionals business resource group helped sell 50/50 raffle tickets at the Grand Rapids Gold Game on March 15 to support local nonprofit Code on Wheels. With Gold jersey sales and the raffle, they raised $2,745 to support STEM programming for students in underserved communities in Grand Rapids.