Opportunity Scholarships
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CascadiaJS exists to educate and grow the web and AI community in the Pacific Northwest, and we’re constantly seeking new ways to make it broader and more inclusive. We’re excited to work with our network and partners to fund this year’s Opportunity Scholarship Program. We offer at least partial funding to every qualified applicant who requests it so that ticket cost isn’t a barrier to attend.
Requirements
The Opportunity Scholarship Program is open to anyone who:
1. Lives in the Pacific Northwest, and
2. Is able to attend both days of the conference (June 1 and 2), and
3. Meets -one- of the following:
a. Is a member of an under-represented minority (URM) in tech
b. Has financial constraints that make purchasing a ticket a blocker
c. Is currently unemployed due to a recent layoff or downsizingHow it works
Apply for a Scholarship by April 14 April 28
You will be offered a Premium Ticket at a discounted rate.
If you can’t afford this ticket, you’ll be considered for full financial aid. Applicants that are selected for full financial aid will be offered a Premium ticket for $15. All other qualified applicants will be offered a discounted General Admission ticket.
Why $15? A small fee helps reduce no-shows and ensures scholarship tickets go to attendees who are able to participate, allowing us to offer more scholarships to the community.
Applications are closed for 2026
Support the program
Our Opportunity Scholarship Program only exists because of the support and generosity of our community. Here’s how you can help:
- Make a donation. Any amount helps!
- Spread the word by sharing this application with relevant people and organizations.
Thanks to a generous donation from Greg Bulmash this year, we have some scholarships available for people who are recently unemployed due to layoffs/downsizing. From Greg:
“Getting laid off is depressing, isolating, and financially difficult. CascadiaJS has long been a source of inspiration and community for me. This grant is intended to buy tickets for developers who are currently unemployed due to a layoff / downsizing within the last couple of years. The intent is to give you a distraction from worrying, build your confidence and your community, and send you home with new knowledge and a bunch of new friends and acquaintances.”
Our Sponsors
i always have a good time at @CascadiaJS. still one of my fave talks of all time there but more imptly the people and the vibe that @crtr0 and co create make you feel the JS community in a way that very very few are able to do.
— swyx (@swyx) August 14, 2025
join Sept 18-19 in Seattle! https://t.co/xoOT9pkMSl
I LOVE CascadiaJS. Incredible conference in a beautiful city with solid lineups, wonderful staff, and just the right amount of silly. Also @crtr0 at karaoke. 💙
— Josh Goldberg 🦋 (@JoshuaKGoldberg) June 22, 2024
Congrats & thanks again for such a wonderful time! https://t.co/3jhkI8O6Su
I 💚 CascadiaJS bc it feels like the cool, cult classic of JS events.
— Michelle Bakels (@MichelleBakels) March 28, 2025
It’s got everything — a dedicated fan base of 10+ years, close family vibes, long held traditions (the best karaoke!), sublime locale, and a flair for the atypical/creative conf sessions.
Def apply + attend! https://t.co/yqrEbh0icL
The reason why @CascadiaJS is one of my favorite conferences is because you can truly feel the passion and care that everyone puts into it. There's a real sense of community, it's amazing 🙌👏💜
— Charlie Gerard (@devdevcharlie) September 2, 2022
Once again, @CascadiaJS did not disappoint—I love that we have a community-focused conference right in the PNW. It's always inspiring to hear about what people are making, stretch my perspective, and meet new friends.
— Mark Palfreeman 🪐 (@markpalfreeman) September 3, 2022
Also Sunriver resort was awesome 🤘#CascadiaJS pic.twitter.com/SKlPeHibHE
On my way out of @CascadiaJS, feeling grateful for the work that @crtr0, his family, the staff and volunteers, sponsors, speakers, and all put into this family reunion.
— Tejas Kumar (@TejasKumar_) September 3, 2022
Some wonderful memories were made, and the combination of nature and lovely people made it so special. pic.twitter.com/F4JC0318pe
Wow, what a week at @CascadiaJS! Our team thoroughly enjoyed connecting with other engineers, learning from various talks, & experiencing beautiful Sunriver, OR. We wanted to thank everyone who helped organize this event; it was spectacular, and we cannot wait to be back in 2024. pic.twitter.com/vCO33rBTFa
— Formidable, Now Nearform (@FormidableLabs) September 6, 2022
I'm absolutely blown away by how much @cartwr and the entire team @CascadiaJS lifts up and highlights the people who contribute to and make this conference so special. This is what a conf that focuses on community looks like! 🌲 #cjs19 pic.twitter.com/Yh0CdOzVyx
— Divya (@shortdiv) November 9, 2019
I absolutely LOVED MCing @CascadiaJS! This was such a well organized conference, huge kudos to the speakers, the organizers, the sponsors, and of course the audience + community for making it great. It was a pleasure!! #cjs20 pic.twitter.com/EhqjhYJEVY
— Cassidy (@cassidoo) September 3, 2020
Attended #CascadiaJS last week! Awesome speakers/workshops and very well done virtual/hybrid experience! Can't recommend it enough for developers no matter where they are in their coding journey! 🖥️🌲#webdevelopment #javascript #CascadiaJS2021 #PNW pic.twitter.com/imknQzJmBZ
— Nathan Pickard (@NathanPickard) November 8, 2021
Had an amazing time at @CascadiaJS. See you next year! pic.twitter.com/eJYIkqHVMf
— Treasure Porth (@treasureporth) November 13, 2019
I was honored to participate in #CascadiaJS again this year. I've been so impressed again with all the creativity and effort the organizers, speakers, and community puts into making it a uniquely fun event. ✨ pic.twitter.com/x0byI4utED
— Nicole Oliver (@nixcodes) November 5, 2021
Yeah, tonight was great. #CascadiaJS pic.twitter.com/4hHgTP46fg
— Jessica West (@jessicaewest) November 5, 2021
Awesome @CascadiaJS afterparty at the @LivingComputers
— Welling Guzmán (@wellingguzman) November 17, 2018
I had so much fun. #CJS18 pic.twitter.com/xUiF2iupz6
I can't thank @crtr0, the @CascadiaJS team, and the conference sponsors enough for the opportunity to attend #cascadiajs! Everyone was so encouraging and welcoming, I'm thrilled to bring back what I learned to @MakeThinkCode & @pnca. pic.twitter.com/5hVyhcmyUL
— meganmckissack (@meganmckissack) November 19, 2018
Amazing speakers, volunteers, and ORGANIZERS. Shout out to one of the coolest folks, @crtr0! Thanks for an amazing first @CascadiaJS experience!#CascadiaJS pic.twitter.com/iRmbSWB6pN
— Roxy Rodbeck (@RoxanaCodes) June 3, 2026
"The best developer conferences are run by developers."
— Resend (@resend) August 7, 2026
In episode 4 of Building Forward, we're joined by @crtr0 to discuss building an event by devs, for devs.
We even learned how humanity is at the center of the famous @CascadiaJS karaoke send-off 👇 🖤 pic.twitter.com/77BeTKYgnU
I've been to about 4 or 5 events from @CascadiaJS and it's on my top few of my favorite conferences to attend.
— Tessa Mero (@TessaMero) June 17, 2024
Yall should definitely check it out if you haven't attended before, or even sponsor. Highly recommended!
I wish I can go this year, but will definitely make time next… https://t.co/zkf3bpC6Vb
Afternoon #CascadiaJS sessions are living up to my expectations. Great stuff from everyone.
— Jason Grigsby (@gri.gs) June 2, 2026
Happy to be joining #CASCADIAJS for the 3rd time! 🎉June 1, 2026 · View on LinkedIn
Every year I come away learning something new from the talks and workshops, and it’s always great to reconnect with old friends while meeting new people like Akshay Upadhya B in the community. Looking forward to another amazing event full of learning, inspiration, and great conversations!🙂
#CascadiaJS
Wrote a good old-fashioned post-conference reflections post about CascadiaJS. You should read it!June 4, 2026 · View on LinkedIn
Thanks to Carter Rabasa and Carrie Rabasa for staying in the game, and to everyone who made it happen on/off/behind the scene. 🙇 I hope to be back next year!
https://lnkd.in/g2cw3rvG