What CODE313 does

CODE313 is a Detroit-based 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2019 that delivers STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) education to youth ages 7-17 across Metro Detroit. The organization has reached more than 82,236 scholars since inception and operates with 30+ employees, serving its community through a network of 65+ partner schools and a portfolio of in-person events (115 events engaging 32,505 scholars in 2025).

The core product is a multi-pathway curriculum covering Drones, Game Development, App Development, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Technology, Robotics, Manufacturing, Music Production, Cybersecurity, and Web Development. Curriculum holds STEM.org accreditation and is aligned with Common Core, NGSS, CSTA, ISTE, and K12CS standards. Delivery is anchored at the S.T.E.A.M. eXperience Center facility in Detroit, with a satellite branded as CODE586 in Mt. Clemens, and is supplemented by competitive programming such as the Drone Basketball league and a flagship STEAM SLAM event being scaled to 8,000+ participants at Huntington Place in 2026.

The business model is a hybrid non-profit funding structure. Earned revenue is generated through fee-for-service field trips ($1,500 per trip) and competitive team registrations in Drone Basketball ($15,000 per team). The bulk of operating support comes from donations and corporate sponsorships, with Verizon as a platinum-tier partner alongside the Detroit Pistons, Microsoft, and higher-education partners including Michigan Technological University, Wayne State University, and Eastern Michigan University.

Name

CODE313

Legal name

CODE313, Inc

Website

https://code313detroit.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CODE313 is a Detroit-based 501(c)(3) founded in 2019 that delivers ten STEAM education pathways to youth ages 7-17 through 65+ partner schools, a flagship Experience Center, field trips, and competitive events across Metro Detroit.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth STEAM Education Services

NAICS

Computer Training (611420), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Coding & Programming Learning Platforms (EDAFANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Text-Based Programming (Python, Java, C/C++) (EDAMACAB), Game Development (Unity, Unreal, 2D/3D) (EDAMACAE), Coding, Game Design & Computer Science Camps (EDAMALAD), Robotics, Engineering & Makers Camps (EDAMALAE), STEM & Coding Readiness for Early Learners (EDACANAF)

Keywords

• Youth STEAM education
• K-12 STEM programs
• Drone education pathways
• After-school enrichment
• Workforce development training

Headquarters

HQ city

Detroit

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: CODE313 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that relies on donations from corporations, foundations, clubs, organizations, individuals and community leaders. All donations are eligible for full tax exemption.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Sponsorship tiers (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) with recommended scholarship amounts of $500 for immersive programs. Verizon is a platinum partner.
3. Field Trip Program Fees: S.T.E.A.M. Slam Field Trip experiences priced starting at $1,500 per trip, serving schools and organizations with hands-on STEAM activities
4. Drone Basketball Program: $15,000 per team (up to 20 scholars) including drone rental, accessories, ongoing support, tournament entry, software, and coach/staff training for a season

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CODE313 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that delivers STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) education to youth ages 7-17 in Metro Detroit. It offers ten structured technology pathways (Drones, Game Development, App Development, AI/Data Science, Immersive Media/VR-AR, Robotics, Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing, Music Production, Cybersecurity, and Web Development) delivered through in-school enrichment, after-school programs, camps, workshops, field trips to the S.T.E.A.M. eXperience Center, and a competitive Drone Basketball league.

Product overview

CODE313 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering a portfolio of S.T.E.A.M. education programs and pathways. The core offerings include 10 distinct educational Pathways (Autonomous Flight/Drones, Game Development, App Development, AI & Data Science, Immersive Media/AR-VR, Robotics, Additive Manufacturing, Music Production, Cybersecurity, and Web Development), 6 Program delivery formats (Camps & Workshops, In-School Enrichment, After-School Enrichment, Assemblies, Field Trips, and PTA/Professional Development), and a competitive Drone Basketball program. The organization operates from its S.T.E.A.M. eXperience Center in Detroit and a satellite location in Mt. Clemens. CODE313's curricula are STEM.org Accredited and aligned with CSTA, ISTE, K12CS, Common Core State Standards, and Next Generation Science Standards.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Autonomous Flight & Aerial Intelligence Pathway (Drones) Comprehensive drone education program teaching precision piloting, FAA Part 107 certification preparation, and autonomous flight programming using DJI SDK and Python for DroneKit. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• Game Development & Design Pathway Interactive coding curriculum teaching fundamental game design concepts including state machines, collision detection, and game physics using Unity, C#, and Godot. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• App Development Pathway Mobile app development curriculum focused on the app lifecycle, design thinking, and cross-platform development using Swift, Kotlin, and Flutter. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Pathway AI and machine learning curriculum teaching students to build models, clean data, recognize patterns, and understand AI ethics using Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Jupyter Notebooks. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• Immersive Media (AR/VR) Pathway Spatial computing curriculum teaching 3D environment creation, AR overlay development, and virtual reality experiences using Unity 3D, Unreal Engine, C#, Blender, and AR Kit. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• Autonomy, Robotics & Engineering Pathway Project-based robotics curriculum covering mechanical systems, electrical circuits, and applied physics using C++ and block-based logic with LIDAR concepts. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing/CAD Design) Pathway CAD and 3D printing curriculum teaching parametric modeling, material science, and the full product lifecycle using Fusion 360, Tinkercad, and Cura slicing software. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• Music Production & Audio Engineering Pathway
• Cybersecurity & Digital Defense Pathway Cybersecurity curriculum covering network architecture, threat modeling, encryption, and ethics aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework using Linux Command Line, Wireshark, Virtual Machines, and Packet Tracer. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• Web & Cloud Development Pathway Full-stack web development curriculum teaching responsive design, DOM manipulation, API integration, and database management using React.js, Node.js, GitHub, and Tailwind CSS. Designed for youth ages 7-17.
• Drone Basketball Innovative competitive robotics sport combining team-based drone competitions with STEAM education, featuring training workshops, lesson plans aligned with NGSS and ISTE standards, and seasonal tournaments. Priced at $15,000 per team for up to 20 scholars, including drone rental, accessories, ongoing support, tournament entry, software, and coach/staff training. Season runs November through April.
• In-School Enrichment Supplemental in-school STEAM programs meeting Common Core standards, offering hands-on experiences in drones, VR, coding, game development, robotics, web development, cybersecurity, and esports. Delivered directly in partner schools.
• After-School Enrichment Fun, hands-on after-school learning experiences for scholars ages 7-17 covering robotics, game development, drones, esports, and coding. Delivered at community centers, recreation facilities, and partner organization locations.
• Camps & Workshops Year-round captivation camps and workshops for scholars offered during in-service days, holidays, breaks, and summer sessions, designed to instill foundational STEAM skills.
• STEAM Slam Field Trip Experience Dynamic field trip destination at the CODE313 S.T.E.A.M. eXperience Center offering hands-on, inquiry-based activities for grades 3-12, available Tuesday through Friday from 10 am to 1 pm. Prices start at $1,500 per trip.
• PTA & Professional Development Tailored PTA and professional development initiatives providing workshops, printed and digital resources, and access to a network of educators and sponsors for top-notch STEM education.

Quantifiable outcome

• 82,236+ scholars reached with STEAM education
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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Core technology

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship/platinum, core, flagship and minor.

• Verizonflagship/platinumGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Verizon is a platinum partner of CODE313, providing major sponsorship support. At STEAM Slam 2024 which attracted 850 scholars, Verizon fostered hands-on learning to inspire youth toward STEM passions. Multiple Verizon employees volunteer with CODE313.
• Star FactorycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership for Music Production curriculum and S.T.E.A.M. SLAM School Tours. Star Factory provides music production expertise and creative tech programming.
• Detroit PistonsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Annual STEAM SLAM events hosted at Pistons Performance Center. Partnership brings technology experiences to students at major sporting venue. 2022 event attracted 644 students.
• Michigan Tech College of ComputingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Sponsor of the CODE313 STEAM eXperience Center grand opening ribbon cutting and open house on November 22, 2022.
• Eastern Michigan University - Digital Divas ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022CODE313 partners with EMU's GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology Digital Divas program and PNC Foundation to create all-girl high school esports teams.
• Junior AchievementcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Partnership providing students with skills to pursue computer science careers through CODE313 STEM Academy at JA Finance Park.
• MicrosoftcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019CODE313 partners with Microsoft to provide technology education opportunities for youth. Microsoft TEALS Program pairs industry professionals with schools. Students have received Microsoft internships.
• Boys and Girls Clubs of SE MichigancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSummer camp partnerships since 2019 engaging youth in STEAM programming at multiple club locations.
• Wayne State UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for iOS App Dev Bootcamp, dual enrollment programs, and event hosting at Wayne State Field House.
• Michigan Central (Newlab)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Youth Drone Training and Education Program, drone demo days, and community events at Michigan Central.
• LIFT (Michigan's Manufacturing Industry Partnership)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvanced manufacturing and career pathway introductions at STEAM SLAM events.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Black Boys Code: Black Boys Code is a non-profit dedicated to introducing Black boys ages 8-17 to computer science through workshops, camps, and after-school programs. It shares CODE313's mission of closing the digital divide for underrepresented youth through STEAM education.
• iCode: iCode is a STEM education franchise offering coding, robotics, AI, and game development classes for K-12 students at franchised centers. Like CODE313, it covers multiple STEAM pathways (AI, robotics, game dev) for school-age children, though delivered through a paid franchise model rather than a non-profit.
• Black Girls CODE: Black Girls CODE is a non-profit focused on teaching girls of color ages 7-17 computer science, coding, robotics, and other STEAM skills, with chapters across multiple U.S. cities. Its mission and target demographic of underrepresented youth ages 7-17 in STEAM closely aligns with CODE313's mission.
• STEM NOLA: STEM NOLA is a New Orleans-based non-profit offering STEM education programs, camps, and community events for K-12 youth, with a focus on underserved communities. Its regional, community-based STEAM delivery model closely mirrors CODE313's Metro Detroit approach.
• ID Tech: ID Tech is a STEM camp and after-school program provider serving K-12 students with courses in coding, robotics, AI, game development, and 3D printing. Like CODE313, it delivers multi-pathway STEAM programming across camps, workshops, and in-school formats.
• Code.org: Code.org is the largest non-profit dedicated to expanding access to computer science in K-12 schools, offering free curricula, teacher training, and the Hour of Code. Like CODE313, it is a 501(c)(3) serving K-12 students with coding and computer science pathways, though it operates nationally rather than regionally.
• Code Ninjas: Code Ninjas is a coding education franchise for kids that teaches programming through game-building and STEM activities in physical centers. While a for-profit franchise model, it serves the same K-12 student segment with similar coding, robotics, and game development curricula.

Others

• Microsoft TEALS: Microsoft TEALS pairs industry professionals with high schools to teach computer science. CODE313 explicitly references partnering with the TEALS Program, and TEALS alumni have received Microsoft internships, making it both a partner and adjacent enabling program.

Broad incumbents

• CyberPatriot (Air & Space Forces Association): CyberPatriot is the Air & Space Forces Association's national youth cybersecurity education program and competition. It overlaps directly with CODE313's NIST-aligned cybersecurity pathway and provides a national competitive benchmark for that curriculum.
• FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology): FIRST is the largest K-12 STEM education non-profit in the U.S., known for its robotics competitions (FIRST LEGO League, FIRST Robotics Competition). It overlaps with CODE313's robotics pathway and competitive programming (Drone Basketball), but operates as a broader national movement rather than a single-region provider.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance6 records

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Profiles7 records

Funding overview

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