Winners of SoftServe’s 'Open Call 2025': Five Ukrainian Initiatives to Receive Pro Bono Tech Solutions

ІТU Member SoftServe, a global IT company with Ukrainian roots, has announced the winning projects of its Open Call 2025. The event was held in recognition of the fifth anniversary of its OpenTech pro bono program. The volunteers will develop technological solutions for eight impactful initiatives, five of which are from Ukraine. 

 

The received applications were analysed based on a project scale, audience reach, relevance to current societal needs, potential impact on communities or the environment, and the OpenTech team’s capacity to provide the necessary technological expertise. After a thorough evaluation, the jury selected eight winning projects — more than initially planned — recognising the proposals’ potential. 

 

By expanding its support, the OpenTech program reaffirms SoftServe’s commitment to empowering organizations to drive meaningful change in their communities. hrough Open Call 2025 we have found impactful initiatives that accelerate positive change in society. I am sure this win-win approach is not only helping organizations receive technological solutions but also providing our volunteers with valuable experience,

— comments Dmytro Ivanov, Chief Technologist in the EMEA region at SoftServe, co-author of the program, and member of the Open Call 2025 jury.

 

In Ukraine, the jury selected the following organisations:

 

• DonorUA, an advanced platform for recruiting and managing blood donors, driving the growth of the blood donation movement across Ukraine;
• Prytula Foundation USA, non-profit committed to delivering critical humanitarian aid and driving sustainable recovery in Ukraine
• Gender in Details, a media platform addressing gender equality and empowering change-makers;
• Liatoshynsky Foundation, an organization studying and preserving the legacy of Ukrainian composer Borys Lyatoshynsky, and advocating for Ukrainian art music;
• Victory Center, an initiative empowering war veterans and frontline-affected kids with equine-assisted therapy to conquer trauma, anxiety, and stress.

 

During September and October of 2024, SoftServe’s Open Call 2025 received 66 applications from non-governmental organisations, charitable foundations, social enterprises, media organizations, and government bodies. Except Ukraine, the jury announced as winners three impactful initiatives from Poland, Colombia, and Mexico working in the fields of supporting refugees, addressing domestic violence issues, implementing the principles of real democracy, and improving access to communications in rural areas.

 

We are thrilled to see the winning projects address a diverse range of critical issues, including humanitarian aid, blood donation, gender equality, human rights, art and culture, sustainable development, digital accessibility, and support for war veterans. For us, the next steps include formalizing partnerships with the selected organizations, assembling volunteering expert teams, and kicking off the development of pro bono technological solutions,

— adds Mariia Kucherenko, Director of Corporate Reputation & CSR at SoftServe.

 

Click here to learn more about the selected projects.