Project: Empower Volunteering is a program run by Project: Empower, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that brings high school and college students together to create software aimed at empowering underprivileged communities. The main objective of this volunteering opportunity is to create socially impactful software, bringing these projects from concept to reality. Participants in this program propose their software ideas and either start or join a chapter to work on these projects. The development phase allows students to gain volunteer hours towards the President's Volunteer Service Award. Once projects are completed, the organization's outreach team assists in gaining visibility and extending the project's impact in the real world. The program is delivered through a combination of remote collaboration and local community engagement, with the possibility to start a local chapter. The duration of the program seems to be determined by the length of the project development cycle, from initiation to deployment, although specific timelines are not specified. New volunteer applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The executive team overseeing the program is composed of individuals filling various roles, including President, Vice President, Chair of the Board, and other operational and technical leads. While their specific qualifications are not mentioned, the structure suggests a diverse team with various areas of expertise. There are no specific prerequisites or eligibility criteria mentioned, making it appear that the program is open to any interested high school or college students with a passion for using technology to make a social impact. The main outcomes of participation in Project: Empower Volunteering include the development of programming skills, the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, and the ability to make a tangible impact in the real world. Participants will also build a network with a diverse student community from around the globe. Although specific certifications are not mentioned, participants will receive community service hours eligible for the President's Volunteer Service Award.