Hackathon
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Verizon Frontline App Developer Challenge 2026 to 2027
Verizon awards $25,000 for a mobile app concept that helps first responders. Open to US developers until 2 April 2027.
This is the second edition of the challenge.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Finalists | 3 |
| Finals venue | National Law Enforcement Museum |
| Judges | Public safety experts and technology leaders |
Requirements:
- App concept for public safety or first responders
- Proposal on how the app meets public safety needs
Timeline:
- Judging and finalist selection after the entry period closes
- Live finals and winner announcement in the week of 18 May 2027
Source · verizon.com/about/news/verizon-frontline-app-developer-challenge
Published 28 October 2026 · Checked against the organizer's page 6 November 2026
DevGrants Daily, run by Albert Andrejev. How entries are made and checked.