Upcoming Programs & Events

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Past Programs & Events

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Mar 27

Mar 21 - Apr 7

Unlikely Collaborators Game Jam

Mar 21 - Apr 7

The Unlikely Collaborators™ Game Jam is open to U.S.-based teams, and we’d love to see you bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re new to game jams or a seasoned creator, this is a chance to grow your skills, meet other developers, connect with industry mentors, and build something you’re proud of.

Mar 21 - Apr 7

Mar 27

Mar 27 - Apr 6

Download for Charity (DLC)

Mar 27 - Apr 6

Showcasing 100+ titles on Steam, Download for Charity (DLC) is live now—click through to see this year’s lineup and discover how developers are using their games to support the IGDA Foundation.

Mar 27 - Apr 6

Mar 21

Mar 21 - 22

New York Game Jam Kickoff Event

Mar 21 - 22

A 2-day New York kickoff event for the Unlikely Collaborators Game Jam! Reserve a spot!

Mar 21 - 22

Mar 21

Mar 21 - 22

Los Angeles Game Jam Kickoff Event

Mar 21 - 22

A 2-day Los Angeles kickoff event for the Unlikely Collaborators Game Jam! Reserve a spot!

Mar 21 - 22

Nov 15

Nov 15 - 16

Alumni Weekend

Nov 15 - 16

This is your chance to hear from the next generation of game industry leaders and explore new ideas, creative projects, and fresh perspectives from around the world.

Nov 15 - 16

Oct 10

Oct 10 - 11

BIPOC Virtual Career Fair

Oct 10 - 11

We’re hosting our 2nd annual Virtual Career Fair! This Virtual Career Fair reflects our core pillars. It’s an online event designated to connect Black, Indigenous, and People of Color with opportunities in the gaming industry.

Oct 10 - 11

Latest News

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Game Jam

Unlikely Collaborators Announces Winners of 2026 Game Jam 🎮

Game Jam

Unlikely Collaborators is proud to announce the winners of its second annual Game Jam, a nationwide creative challenge inviting developers to build games exploring awe, wonder, and the expansion of identity.

Game Jam

Award Recipients

2026 Gerald Lawson Award and Eric Dybsand Scholar Award Recipients

Award Recipients

The IGDA Foundation in partnership with the BlG Foundation, proudly announced Lisette Titre-Montgomery as the recipient of the Gerald Lawson Award for Achievement in Game Development, presented during the Black in Gaming Awards at GDC, and Lex Roberts as the Eric Dybsand Scholar award recipient, recognized during the 2026 GDC Festival of Gaming.

Award Recipients

DLC

IGDA Foundation prepares for second Download for Charity (DLC) sale on Steam

DLC

The IGDA Foundation is returning with its second annual IGDA Foundation’s “Download for Charity” (DLC) event happening March 27 – April 6, 2026 on Steam.

DLC

The Guardian

The non-profit helping people from all over the world to become successful game developers

The Guardian

Last year, she saw a story in a newsletter about how a solo developer made significant money from a single piece of downloadable content (DLC) sold in a Steam bundle.

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