• About us
    U.S. Digital Response (USDR) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that helps governments and organizations respond quickly and efficiently to support the critical needs of the public.

    Leveraging a network of pro-bono technical expertise and modern, resilient technology, USDR addresses and uncovers solutions for common, systemic challenges that public servants are facing, leaving them better equipped to deliver services and support to millions of people nationwide.

    We operate with humility and deep respect for our partners and believe that modern and resilient technology applied in the public interest can deliver people-centered services at the speed of need.

    As of February 2021, USDR has partnered with more than 180 government and nonprofit partners on 250+ projects, impacting 13 million people across 36 states and territories, and we’ve built a dedicated community of 6,500+ volunteers driven to serve in a time of need.
     
    We hope you'll join us!

    Check out our FAQs about volunteering here
  • NYC[x] Fellowship Program
    If you are applying for the NYC[x] Fellowship program , be sure to check the box that you are interested in the NYC[x] Fellowship program. In the question asking why you volunteered, let us know what inspired you to apply for the fellowship. The application deadline is Friday, June 25th at 11:59pm PST.  Early applications will receive priority.
  • Please keep in mind...
    Any skills information shared on this application may be forwarded to relevant government departments, service providers, and fellow volunteers in order to facilitate your help.
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    We have received thousands of volunteer applications. Unfortunately, we will not be able to reach out to and place everyone who signs up. We appreciate your patience as we work to match volunteers with projects that may match their skills, availability, and location.

  • If you're interested in contributing, please apply by filling out this form.

  • We'd like to learn a bit about your skills and experience.

  • By checking the above, I am confirming that I would like to be considered for the NYC[x] Innovation Fellows Program and am available to volunteer 15-20 hours a week from August 9th - October 15th.

    I also understand that I will be considered for USDR volunteer opportunities should I not be selected for the Fellowship.

  • Click next to answer some logistical questions.

  • Before moving forward, we ask all potential USDR volunteers to read and acknowledge our Volunteer Oath, which summarizes the foundational values of our community for volunteers. In addition to the oath, volunteers will need to sign the Volunteer Agreement upon assignment, which governs USDR’s relationship with our volunteers, our commitments to partner confidential information, and ownership of USDR work product.

    After you've reviewed, please confirm your understanding below.

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  • The pandemic has impacted communities differently based on race, income, gender, location, age, abilities, etc. so we want to be sure the COVID-19 response adequately accounts for these perspectives.

    If we get more perspectives involved, we can have a more thorough response. With that in mind, we’d like to give you the option to share some information about your identity and community with us.

    USDR collects limited data from USDR volunteers, government, and organizational partners. All data is provided voluntarily and will only be shared with team members and project partners when required to facilitate volunteer work. This data will be used only as necessary and will be retained as long as required to undertake USDR projects. USDR will take reasonable steps to protect this data from unauthorized modification, disclosure, and destruction. USDR will not share volunteer or partner data (or any data about volunteers or partners) for any other purposes without permission.

    Keep in mind, the following questions are entirely optional - you can skip this section and your candidacy will not be affected.


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