Applied Computing Foundation
Higher EducationCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Applied Computing Foundation is a non-profit educational organization based in Santa Clara, California, focused on teaching technology and entrepreneurship to young innovators. The foundation convenes technology experts and enthusiasts to provide instruction and opportunities across areas such as Web development, AI, game development, and robotics, with a flagship program that forms small teams of typically high-school students to plan and execute software projects for community benefit or entrepreneurship competitions. Operating within the higher education ecosystem, ACF positions itself as a community-driven resource that supports practical learning and project-based exploration rather than traditional coursework. The organization is structured as a charitable 501(c)(3) entity and engages a regional audience of students and volunteers through its programs and events.