The Ruby for Good DC Area Conference is an annual event based out of the DC metro area where engineers, designers, product managers, and other gooders from all over the globe get together over a long weekend to collaboratively build projects in service of our communities. Gooders stay on-site, and hacking and socializing takes place in communal areas. Questions? Check out the FAQ or drop us a note on Slack or via email at info@rubyforgood.org.

This year we are returning to Shepherd's Spring Camp & Retreat Center in the woods, about an hour outside of DC. With the stress of the past few years, we want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the cities to a place where we can destress with our friends both new and old. Spending time in nature is good for you. Don't take it from us, that's just science! Plus, eating s'mores in front of a campfire after a day of civic hacking is pretty much the best thing ever.

For the safety of everyone, we are requiring that all attendees be fully vaccinated for COVID. If you experience cold, flu, COVID-19 symptoms, or any other illness within 5 days of the conference, please monitor your health closely. Ruby for Good may implement preventative health and safety measures at this event to reduce the spread of COVID-19. We will supply a limited number of COVID tests and will request that you take one if you are feeling unwell. If you test positive for COVID-19, we expect you to immediately leave the event and return home.

We also ask that you notify us if you test positive within 5 days following the event. We take the health, safety, and privacy of our Gooders very seriously. Please be assured that no identifying information will be shared among attendees if you report yourself as COVID positive during or following the event. The most important thing is keeping everyone safe and healthy!

Want to participate but need some help? We don't want money to prevent people from doing good. Apply for a scholarship here!