App for Social Good Showcase: Purpose to Pixels | BRIDGEGOOD

See the apps BRIDGEGOOD's UX Design Apprentices built for social good & meet them in person at Block Hub in Uptown Station, Oakland.
About this Event

Join us for an afternoon of original ideas and fresh thinking as BRIDGEGOOD brings together industry leaders, emerging UX talent, and mission-driven supporters at "Purpose to Pixels."

BRIDGEGOOD uses UX, AI, and design to drive social good. Since 2009, we've opened doors for new voices and built a proven track record of impact.

Why attend?

Since 2009, BRIDGEGOOD has opened doors for designers, job seekers, and community members left out of the tech and creative industries. Our free programs give people real-world skills, meaningful connections, and the chance to launch life-changing careers. We believe opportunity should be accessible to everyone, no matter your background.

See firsthand why BRIDGEGOOD matters to our community, and how your involvement helps us expand opportunity for all:

• Meet our talented UX designers, each from one of our five in-house agencies: K-JAM, NorthStar Studio, Green Team, JMAC, and MARG
• Experience five original product pitches that merge AI, creativity, accessibility, and tech-for-good
• Meet the BRIDGEGOOD staff and see our impact up close
• Connect with local talent, creative thinkers, and industry professionals
• Learn how you can help build a more inclusive, equitable future

Whether you want to expand your network, support community innovation, or simply see what's possible when design and purpose meet, this event is for you.

Friday, August 14, 2026

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Doors open at 1:30 PM; please arrive by 1:45 PM)

Block Community Hub (inside Uptown Station)

1955 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612

Come for the ideas. Stay for the impact. Be part of our BRIDGEGOOD story. #DesignForSocialGood

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, our apprentices never pay tuition. This event is free, but making it happen isn't. If you're able, consider a $25 donation via Venmo @BRIDGEGOOD or at bridgegood.com/donate. Every gift is tax-deductible and helps us support creatives year-round with education, work space, and resources.

"Purpose to Pixels" is your opportunity to:

• Meet rising and work-ready BRIDGEGOOD UX design talent from diverse backgrounds
• Connect with industry leaders and local creatives focused on social impact
• See how design tackles real issues faced by our community
• Network directly with Executive Director Shaun Tai, Board President Brodie Rich, and the BRIDGEGOOD team
• Enjoy free pizza, great vibes, and real conversations with our community

Parking near Uptown Station (1955 Broadway, Oakland):

• 1970 Broadway Garage – 431 Thomas L Berkley Way (~1 min walk) – Closest option; call ahead to confirm weekday availability
• SP+ Parking / Franklin Plaza – 419 19th St (~2–3 min walk) – Open 7 AM–7 PM, fits event hours
• Public Parking – CB&T – 400 20th St (~2 min walk) – Open 24 hours

Closest BART:

• 19th St. Oakland Station — 1900 Broadway, right across the street from Uptown Station (about a 1-minute walk).

Whether you're a design student, creative professional, employer, or someone who believes in equitable opportunity, you'll leave inspired and ready to #DesignForSocialGood.

About BRIDGEGOOD

BRIDGEGOOD is an award-winning Oakland nonprofit. Since 2009, we've helped job seekers of color build real careers in tech and design through free access to technology, career pathways, and professional growth. We've helped nearly 19,000 people launch new careers. Our mission is simple: use design and technology to create real opportunity, belonging, and social good for everyone.

About the UX Design Apprenticeship

BRIDGEGOOD's UX Design Apprenticeship is a 3-month, hands-on program in User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design. Apprentices get practical training, one-on-one coaching, and real industry projects, setting them up for success and upward mobility in tech and creative careers.

Program contact:

Elisa Feng, Program Manager, [email protected], 510.435.2945

Learn about BRIDGEGOOD's community impact:

• bridgegood.com
• x.com/bridgegood
• instagram.com/bridgegoodcom
• youtube.com/bridgegood
• bridgegood.com/donate

Make a tax-deductible donation to BRIDGEGOOD:

• bridgegood.com/donate
• Venmo & CashApp @BRIDGEGOOD

Admission is free thanks to generous individual donors, and everyone's welcome. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, our apprentices never pay tuition either, but keeping it that way takes real support. If you're able, consider a $25 donation via Venmo @BRIDGEGOOD or at bridgegood.com/donate. Every gift is tax-deductible and helps us support creatives year-round with education, work space, and resources.

Official wardrobe partner

Gobez is an Oakland-based women's workwear brand with a mission to create clothes that honors hourglass and pear-shaped silhouettes.