Social Change through Technology & 6 Other Truths about Benetech

We support, empower, and educate by leveraging software to create positive social impact.

Right stuff right

We listen to our communities to identify barriers, constantly assessing if our plans address those challenges, then use a results-driven approach to get stuff done.

Accessibility for all

We ensure our products and processes are available to all because accessibility is at the heart of what we do.

Be open, not closed

We work collaboratively and transparently, openly sharing our work and creating opportunities for others to do the same.

Do more together

We amplify our impact through a culture of cooperation internally, with partners, and with our users.

Flexibility

Our employees and users have the flexibility to work in ways that are best for them.

Trusted by learners and educators

“Benetech’s credibility as a nonprofit focused on empowering social change is unique among the tech community. Their scalable technology solutions are recognized as driving real, sustainable social impact.”

Kevin Lo, President, Genalyte, Inc.

“I remember thinking that I would never learn how to read, but Bookshare put me in my own world, and I found that this is how everybody feels when they read.”

Emery Lower, Bookshare user(student and adult).

“It is my hope that all people with reading disabilities such as dyslexia are able to use Bookshare to succeed in the classroom and become lifelong learners.”

Brian Meersma, Bookshare user(student and adult).

Software for social impact