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We’ve helped 235,000+ people learn
and build tech careers.

Community-wide annual economic impact

$298 million+

Individuals trained in specialized tech fields since 2014

592+

Youth we serve graduate high school

98%

Participants are low income and/or first-generation college students

2/3rds

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Academy & Programs

Every path into tech starts somewhere. Find yours

Whether you're in middle school, changing careers, or helping someone else get access, AIM has a program built for where you are right now.

Adults & career changers
TRIO / College access
Youth (K-12)

AIM Academy

Pathway-based hybrid training in software development, web, and in-demand tech skills.
Build skills, launch careers, and advance in tech with the curriculum and lessons built in partnership with Bellevue University, Nebraska

Talent Search

Supporting middle and high school students (grades 6-12) from limited-income and first-generation backgrounds. Academic advising, college prep, scholarship guidance, and career exploration, starting early for lasting impact.

SWIFTT

Free technical training for Southwest Iowa residents. Evening classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, virtual options available, with multiple cohorts running through spring, summer, and fall.

Upward Bound

A year-round college readiness program for high school students (grades 9-12). Academic support, college visits, financial aid coaching, and a summer academy that simulates life on campus, preparing students to not just attend college, but thrive.

EOC

A federally funded program helping adults and out-of-school youth navigate college admissions, financial aid, and career training. One-on-one advising, FAFSA support, and GED pathways. Serving Central and Western Nebraska.

Youth in Tech

Inspiring K-12 students to see themselves in tech through coding, robotics, 3D modeling, photography, film, and engineering. After-school and in-school options. Built for students who need the most access to foundational tech experiences.

2026 AIM TRIO Day at Bellevue University 🎉

Events

Where the tech community comes together.

From developer conferences to galas and youth immersions, AIM events bring together builders, leaders, and learners from across the region, to connect, celebrate, and push what's possible.

AIM Gala & Tech Awards
2026

21

November
2026

Venue:
Omaha Design Center, Garden Room

Heartland Developers Conference (HDC)

Summer
2027

Venue:
Mid America Center

Infotec

Spring
2027

Venue:
Kiewit Luminarium, Nebraska

Youth Academy

Venue:
Bellevue University

Summer
2026

Code Crush

Fall
2026

Venue:
University of Nebraska, Omaha

Learn more

Membership

Help build the tech
workforce of tomorrow.

AIM works with employers, philanthropic organizations, and civic leaders to grow a diverse, future-ready tech community. Membership tiers from $1,500 to $30,000+.

Other ways to support AIM

Amazon Wishlist

AIM accepts donations of computer equipment and tech supplies to provide hands-on tech learning experiences. Take a look at the Brain Exchange's Amazon Wishlist.

Volunteer

Is your organization interested in sponsoring an AIM Institute Event or partnering with AIM as a member? Contact us to learn more about these opportunities.

Donate

Support AIM’s mission to create access to tech education, career pathways, and opportunities for future innovators. Your contribution helps students and communities thrive through technology.

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