SPONSOR
A LAPTOP
$500
Put a laptop directly into a student's hands. They keep it after the program.
Sponsor a Laptop- Send Us Email info@ctrlshiftproject.org
Become a Sponsor
Give young minds a chance to thrive. Your corporate support fuels access to technology, mentorship, and brighter futures for underrepresented youth.
Donate
Our gift provides underprivileged students with access to technology, instructors, and
learning resources that open doors to opportunity.
learning resources that open doors to opportunity.
Mentor Fellowship
Support students through an 8-week program focused on technology, AI, and problem solving. Guide learning, build confidence, and help develop skills.
Join Our Advisory Board
Help guide CTRL Shift’s growth, programs, partnerships, and long-term impact by serving on our Advisory Board.
MAKE A DIRECT IMPACT
Two Ways to Support Our March 2027 Tech Accelerator
Your support helps Chicago youth gain access to technology, mentorship, and career opportunities.
Choose the way you want to make an impact.
SPONSOR
SPONSOR
A COLLEGE
MENTOR
$1,000
Fund one college mentor's fellowship award for the 12-week accelerator.
Sponsor a Mentor
We are Ctrl Shift
At Ctrl Shift, we bridge the digital divide by bringing technology education to underserved youth in Chicago. Our programs provide hands-on learning — from Microsoft Office to coding and AI, we provide hands-on programs that give students the tools and confidence they need for advanced education and lifelong learning in an increasingly digital world.
Mission & Goal
Our goal is to reach thousands of students across Chicago with accessible, engaging programming that doesn’t just teach — it transforms. We aim to:
Bridge the Digital Divide
We bring technoloy to underserved youth in Chicago, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed in a digital world. shortened.
Build Leadership Skills
Beyond technology, we help students develop confidence, teamwork, and problem-solving skills to prepare for higher education and life.
Learn Future Tech Skills
From Microsoft Office to coding to AI, our programs give students a foundation to thrive in college and adapt to tomorrow’s innovations.
Grow by Community Partnerships
We collaborate with schools, nonprofits, & organizations to expand opportunities & build a stronger support network for Chicago youth.
Why Ctrl Shift
The Digital Divide
Too many students in Chicago’s underserved neighborhoods are left behind when it comes to technology education. While well-funded suburban schools offer advanced computer science courses and modern resources, inner-city students often face outdated equipment, limited access, and little exposure to mentorship in tech.
Ctrl Shift was created to close that gap. By teaching digital literacy, leadership, and emerging tech skills, we help students build the confidence and preparation they need for higher education and lifelong learning in the digital future.
Ctrl Shift was created to close that gap. By teaching digital literacy, leadership, and emerging tech skills, we help students build the confidence and preparation they need for higher education and lifelong learning in the digital future.