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About Hack & Hustle Academy

​Since 2017, Hack & Hustle Academy Social Entrepreneurship Academy has delivered an immersive summer learning experience for high school students ages 14–18. Operating at the intersection of technology, art, and entrepreneurship, the Academy empowers future leaders through hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education, workforce opportunities, creative projects, and real-world collaboration.

A HOLISTIC APPROACH 

​The summer curriculum goes beyond technical skills to develop the whole person. Students engage in high-energy, creative competitions where they can launch a business idea or produce an original hip-hop song or poem. To ensure long-term success, the program integrates essential workshops on mental wellness and financial literacy, providing a balanced foundation for both personal and professional growth.

PROVEN IMPACT

skill mastery:​

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​We've trained hundreds of students in STEM, workforce development, and entrepreneurship.
community connection: 

Students gain access to industry mentors and expert community partners.
workforce entry: 

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We provide direct pipelines to paid internships, bridging the gap between education and employment.
entrepreneurship opportunities: 
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Participants acquire entrepreneurship knowledge and compete in a pitch competition for prize winnings at the program's conclusion.
higher education: 
Our program encourages and inspires students to pursue the college of their choice, setting them on a path to success.

MEET OUR TEAM

executing our vision takes a village
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board of directors/leadership

Provides governance, strategy, and oversight, ensuring mission fulfillment and financial accountability.
Board of Directors

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community engagement

Builds relationships with the community and evangelizes the mission to create a positive impact and grow awareness​.
Community Engagement

HHA’s founder

​MAHDI CHAMBERS was a legacy of innovation and empowerment, an engineer, an entrepreneur, and a visionary founder. (1959-2025)
HHA FOUNDER
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  • Home
  • The Program
  • Registration
  • About Us
    • HHA Founder
    • Board of Directors
    • Community Engagement Team
  • Gallery
  • Donate
  • Contact Us