Major League Hacking (MLH) is excited to announce a new initiative to expand access to blockchain education and hands-on learning for next-gen developers worldwide, with a focus on Solana, the fastest-growing blockchain ecosystem.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re creating new ways for students and next-gen developers to learn, build, and explore the future of decentralized technology. As of December 2025, Solana will debut at MLH hackathons across the world, offering participants hands-on opportunities to experiment with blockchain development. Through workshops, technical challenges, and mentorship, developers will be able to gain practical experience building on Solana in a supportive environment designed for learning-by-doing.<\/p>\n
At MLH, our mission has always been to help developers learn by doing. This initiative builds directly on that philosophy by giving students access to the tools, resources, and guidance they need to turn ideas into real, deployable projects.<\/p>\n
Solana\u2019s debut at MLH hackathons represents more than a new track. It\u2019s an invitation for student developers to join an active, global ecosystem. By bringing Solana technology directly into hackathon environments, we\u2019re helping hackers take their first steps into blockchain development with the tools and mentorship to succeed.<\/p>\n
One of the most exciting parts of this initiative is the launch of the Solana Micro-Grant Program, coming later this year.<\/p>\n
Through this initiative, MLH and Solana will award up to 75 developer micro-grants through December 2026, helping promising projects continue long after the hackathon weekend ends. These grants will support a wide range of projects, from developer tooling and educational templates to early-stage startups and public-good infrastructure that strengthen the Solana ecosystem.<\/p>\n
In addition to funding, grant recipients will receive mentorship and community exposure, helping them grow their projects and connect with other builders in the Solana network. It\u2019s another way MLH helps ensure that great ideas don\u2019t just start at hackathons; they keep growing.<\/p>\n
The initiative will also extend to our Fellowship Program, where students will have opportunities to contribute directly to Solana-related open-source projects in place of a traditional internship. This means students won\u2019t just learn how blockchain works. They\u2019ll build real-world software that powers it.<\/p>\n
Additional educational support, including workshops, developer challenges, and learning content, will help participants understand key concepts in Solana program development, payments, and AI.<\/p>\n
While the initial rollout focuses on North America, the initiative will soon expand globally through initiatives like 100 Days of Solana, an open developer learning challenge that invites hackers from around the world to explore blockchain development together.<\/p>\n
This aligns with MLH\u2019s commitment to accessibility and inclusion in tech. Our community already spans over one million student developers across 98 countries, and with Solana\u2019s involvement, even more hackers will have access to cutting-edge tools, mentorship, and funding opportunities.<\/p>\n
This initiative represents a natural evolution of MLH\u2019s mission: to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world experience. By integrating Solana\u2019s technology and developer ecosystem into MLH programs, we\u2019re helping next-gen developers gain future-ready skills and the confidence to apply them in meaningful ways.<\/p>\n