Planting the Seeds of Digital Growth

Upgrade Technology is proud to partner with Ctrl Shift Project, a nonprofit founded by our own Luis Cruz, dedicated to teaching technology and leadership skills to inner-city youth in Chicago.

To support this mission, Upgrade provided Ctrl Shift with a complimentary Elite Website and Automation System valued at $12,000, including advanced CMS tools, AI-powered engagement, and integrated student enrollment automation.

This partnership helps Ctrl Shift reach more students, mentors, and sponsors while streamlining program management and demonstrating how technology can directly strengthen community impact.

“Ctrl Shift represents what Upgrade stands for: using technology to create access, opportunity, and confidence for the next generation.” — Luis Cruz, Founder, Upgrade Technology Learn More About Ctrl Shift

💙 Upgrade for Good – Preferred Nonprofit Partnership Program

Supporting mission-driven organizations with technology that amplifies their impact.

At Upgrade Technology, we believe meaningful innovation means lifting the organizations that lift our communities.

That’s why we created Upgrade for Good, an application-based partnership program that provides qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofits with exclusive access to our Preferred Nonprofit Pricing — a private rate structure designed to make modern digital infrastructure more accessible without compromising quality.

This is not a discount.
It is a capacity-limited partnership offered only to organizations whose mission aligns with our values and who are ready to leverage technology to strengthen their community impact.

🌱 What Selected Nonprofits Receive

Organizations accepted into the Upgrade for Good Program gain access to:
• Preferred pricing on our Growth and Elite Website Packages
• Access to our AI Engagement Tools and automation upgrades
• Priority onboarding
• Visual design enhancements tailored to nonprofit storytelling
• Dedicated support through the build and launch phases

🔒 Capacity is Extremely Limited

To ensure we deliver meaningful, high-quality work, we accept only 4 nonprofit partners per year through the Upgrade for Good program.
This cap protects quality, maintains our premium standards, and ensures each nonprofit receives the time and attention required to launch a platform that truly elevates their mission.

🚫 Important Note

Preferred nonprofit pricing cannot be combined with any other programs, including:
• Beta Launch Collective
• Website Giveaway
• Promotional discounts
• Prior quotes or special offers
This ensures fairness across all programs and preserves the integrity of our pricing model.

🤝 How to Apply

Nonprofits must submit a short application to be considered. We review submissions quarterly and select organizations based on:
• Mission alignment
• Organizational readiness
• Community impact potential
• Capacity to fully leverage the digital platform
Application form will be available for our 2026 program in January.