Code.org

What Code.org does

Code.org, now operating as CodeAI, is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2013 that delivers free K-12 computer science and AI curriculum, in-browser programming tools, and teacher professional development to schools and districts in the United States and 189 other countries. Its platform comprises a suite of browser-based labs (App Lab, Game Lab, Web Lab, Sprite Lab, Music Lab, AI Chat Lab, Python Lab, Internet Simulator), structured curriculum pathways (AI Foundations for high school, AI Discoveries for middle school, CS Discoveries, Exploring Generative AI co-developed with Amazon), and flagship programs such as Hour of Code and the recently launched Hour of AI. The codebase is open-source under Apache 2.0 and integrates with Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, and Clever; the platform itself runs on AWS infrastructure.

The organization reaches 150M+ students, 3M+ teachers, and 600+ U.S. school district partners, and has shaped CS education policy in all 50 U.S. states. In 2026 it rebranded to CodeAI to reflect a strategic expansion into AI literacy and digital fluency, publishing 10 new state-level AI policy proposals and launching new products under Karim Meghji's leadership following the resignation of President Alice Steinglass.

Revenue is generated entirely through philanthropic donations and grants from leading technology companies (Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Meta) and foundations (Gates, Ballmer, Infosys, Vista Equity Partners, Griffin Catalyst), with all curriculum, tools, and platform access provided at no cost to students, teachers, schools, or districts. Distribution combines a self-serve online channel, direct district partnership programs, a network of regional and international nonprofit partners, and co-development relationships with Amazon, AWS, Pluralsight One, Khan Academy, College Board, Scratch (MIT), LEGO Education, and Common Sense Education.

Name

Code.org

Legal name

CodeAI

Website

https://code.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Code.org (rebranded CodeAI in 2026) is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free K-12 computer science and AI curriculum, browser-based programming tools, and teacher professional development to 150M+ students, 3M+ teachers, and 600+ U.S. school districts across 190 countries, funded entirely by philanthropic donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Computer Science and AI Education

NAICS

Educational Services (611), Computer Training (61142), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Coding & Programming Learning Platforms (EDAFANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

AI & Machine Learning (Foundations & Applied) (EDAMACAG), Introductory Coding (Block-Based & Beginner) (EDAMACAA), Text-Based Programming (Python, Java, C/C++) (EDAMACAB), Game Development (Unity, Unreal, 2D/3D) (EDAMACAE)

Keywords

• K-12 computer science education
• AI literacy curriculum
• Educational programming tools
• Teacher professional development
• Hour of code

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Philanthropic Donations: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Code.org's primary revenue comes from donations and grants from leading technology companies (Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Facebook/Meta), foundations (Ballmer Family Foundation, Gates Foundation, Infosys Foundation, Vista Equity Partners), and individual philanthropists. District partnerships are provided at no cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Code.org (now operating as CodeAI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free K-12 computer science and AI education curriculum, in-browser programming tools, and teacher professional development programs to students, teachers, and school districts. Its portfolio includes structured course pathways (AI Foundations, AI Discoveries, CS Discoveries), browser-based coding tools (App Lab, Game Lab, AI Chat Lab), and flagship programs such as Hour of Code and Hour of AI. All curriculum and tools are provided at no cost, supported by philanthropic donations.

Product overview

CodeAI (formerly Code.org) operates as a K-12 education innovation nonprofit offering a unified platform of curriculum, tools, and programs focused on computer science and AI education. The portfolio includes core curriculum products (AI Foundations for high school, AI Discoveries and CS Discoveries for middle school), browser-based coding tools (App Lab, Game Lab, Web Lab, Sprite Lab, Music Lab, AI Chat Lab, Python Lab), and flagship programs (Hour of Code, Hour of AI). The platform is designed for free use by students and teachers, with professional learning services supporting educator implementation. Recent products like Exploring Generative AI and AI Chat Lab extend generative AI education to K-12, while the organization has rebranded from Code.org to CodeAI to reflect its expanded AI-focused mission.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hour of Code: A flagship one-hour introduction to computer science designed to demystify coding and show that anybody can learn the basics.
• AI Foundations
• AI Discoveries
• CS Discoveries

Products and services

• AI Foundations Full-year high school pathway teaching AI fundamentals, how AI works, creating with AI, and ethical/responsible judgment, with an embedded AI Teaching Assistant for teacher support.
• AI Discoveries Middle school course that expands on CS Discoveries, introducing students to understanding, directing, and creating AI ethically and responsibly.
• CS Discoveries Middle school computer science curriculum exploring computational problem solving, web design, programming, and data, serving as foundation for AI Discoveries.
• Exploring Generative AI Curriculum for grades 8-12, developed with Amazon, teaching students how AI works, how to create with it, and its societal and ethical implications through hands-on projects such as building chatbots.
• App Lab In-browser tool for middle and high school students to create simple web apps using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Game Lab In-browser tool for creating interactive games and animations using JavaScript and the p5.js library.
• Web Lab In-browser tool for creating simple web pages with HTML and CSS.
• Music Lab Creative music-making tool that allows students to create and mix music, including Jam Session with tracks from chart-topping artists.
• AI Chat Lab In-browser tool for high school students to create AI-powered chatbots and explore conversational AI concepts.
• Hour of Code One-hour introduction to computer science and AI designed for all ages, run annually during Computer Science Education Week and reaching millions of students globally.
• Hour of AI AI-focused variant of Hour of Code designed to teach every child to understand AI, direct it, question it, and create with it.
• Professional Learning Professional development programs and workshops for K-12 teachers to learn computer science and AI concepts and effectively deliver Code.org curriculum in their classrooms.

Quantifiable outcome

• 85% of computer science teachers believe AI should be included in foundational CS education

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability7 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, strategic and core.

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)flagshipTechnology or IntegrationAWS signed the White House Pledge to America's Youth and supports the Presidential AI Challenge. Partnered with Code.org to develop educational tools including Dance Party: AI Edition. AWS provides infrastructure (Powered by AWS badge) for Code.org's platform. Also committed $30 million in promotional credits and AI skills training for 4 million learners by 2028.
• AmazonflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCode.org and Amazon collaborated to launch 'Exploring Generative AI,' a new curriculum for grades 8-12 teaching students how AI works, how to create with it, and its societal and ethical implications. Developed as a continuation of their decade-long partnership. Also launched Music Lab: Jam Session with new tracks from chart-topping artists.
• ShakirastrategicGTM or Marketing PartnerShakira partnered with Code.org and Amazon to promote computer science education for Hispanic youth. Part of efforts to expand CS education access and engagement among underrepresented communities.
• DonorsChoosecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCode.org and DonorsChoose teamed up to empower teachers hosting Hour of Code, helping educators access resources and support for running coding activities in their classrooms.
• CSTA (Computer Science Teachers Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Pluralsight One and Code.org to offer discounted access to Pluralsight's platform for CSTA members and support STEM education for K-12 students and teachers.
• College BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation organization partner supporting computer science education and AP CS programs.
• Khan AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation nonprofit partner working to expand access to quality education resources.
• Minecraft EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology integration partner providing Minecraft Education Edition as a learning tool within Code.org curriculum.
• Scratch (MIT)coreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner providing Scratch programming environment integrated with Code.org curriculum for younger learners.
• LEGO EducationcoreTechnology or IntegrationEducation technology partner providing robotics and hands-on learning tools integrated with Code.org curriculum.
• Common Sense EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation partner focused on digital citizenship and safe technology use for students.
• Code.org Regional PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of U.S.-based nonprofit professional learning organizations running local professional development workshops and supporting teachers in their regions.
• Code.org International PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal network of international nonprofit professional learning organizations running local professional development and supporting teachers in their countries.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Khan Academy: Nonprofit free education platform with deep K-12 reach that complements CodeAI on core subjects and offers introductory CS/programming content. Both are free, donor-funded, and target the same K-12 students and teachers globally; they are also listed as strategic partners.
• Scratch (MIT Media Lab): Block-based programming environment for young learners built by MIT, integrated into CodeAI's curriculum via partnership. Directly competes for beginner coding mindshare and teacher adoption in elementary and middle school.
• Tynker: Commercial K-12 coding platform offering block-based and text-based courses, AI/ML modules, and district licensing. Competes head-to-head with CodeAI for paid district contracts and teacher adoption, particularly where schools want a paid, integrated solution.
• CodeCombat: Game-based coding platform for K-12 that teaches Python, JavaScript, and Lua through interactive levels. Targets the same middle and high school audience as CodeAI's Game Lab, App Lab, and Python Lab.
• Codecademy: Interactive coding education platform with a strong focus on text-based programming languages and AI/ML content. Comparable to CodeAI's Python Lab and AI Chat Lab for older students, though oriented to individual learners and adult upskilling rather than K-12.
• Common Sense Education: Nonprofit providing K-12 digital citizenship and media literacy curriculum with a strong district partnership motion. Listed as a CodeAI partner and competes for the same teacher professional development and curriculum budgets, particularly on AI ethics.

Broad incumbents

• CS50 (Harvard): Harvard's flagship introduction to computer science, available free online, including an AI-focused variant. Comparable to CodeAI's high school AI Foundations curriculum in audience and mission, though rooted in higher-ed rather than K-12 district partnerships.

Emerging players

• Minecraft Education (Microsoft): Microsoft's K-12 educational version of Minecraft used for coding, STEM, and AI lessons. Currently a CodeAI integration partner, but also a potential competitor if Microsoft expands its own CS/AI curriculum offerings in schools.
• LEGO Education: Hands-on robotics and STEAM learning tools integrated into K-12 classrooms. An existing CodeAI partner, and increasingly an indirect competitor for AI literacy and computational thinking curriculum time.

Regional players

• BrainPOP: K-12 educational content subscription platform with a coding/AI topic area, widely used in U.S. schools. Comparable to CodeAI as a complementary curriculum provider rather than direct substitute, but competes for the same teacher content budgets and district renewals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• GitHubgithub.com/code-dot-org
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/CodeOrg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/code-org
• Xx.com/codeorg

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds8 records

Investors9 records

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