Build. Ship. Belong.
Detroit Hacker House is where builders become founders. We run a residential accelerator and community programming designed to take you from idea to launched product.
Students of all backgrounds. Beginners welcome.
A Team Creates Amazing Work for Your Startup
Most programs teach you about startups. We put you in the room to build one. Our model removes the barriers that slow founders down – cost of living, isolation, access to mentors, and the gap between learning and doing.
Founders in the House live together, build together, and ship together. The result: real products, real traction, and founders prepared for what comes next.
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Our program is built around one principle: you learn by doing. Every founder in the House is expected to ship – not someday, but now.
MVP Development
We coach you through building a minimum viable product and getting it in front of real customers. No theory. Real validation.
Mentorship
Work directly with our House Manager and Entrepreneurs in Residence through workshops, office hours, and one-on-one support.
Housing
Live alongside other founders with free room, board, wifi, housekeeping, desk space, and team outings. No distractions.
Venture Backable
We align our program milestones with what investors actually look for – so when you pitch, you're ready.
Building bridges between ideas and execution
With dedicated workspace, high-speed wifi, and a community of builders around you, the House is designed to remove every barrier between you and shipping your product.
We evaluate founders not by their pitch decks, but by their willingness to build. If you're ready to ship, we're ready to support you.
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We Believe People We Trust
I came in with just an idea. I walked out with a live app and a pitch deck – hours before the event even ended. That's the standard here.
This space values presence over polish. I finally found a community where I could be myself and build something real without the pressure to perform.
Whats New at Detroit Hacker House?
Campus Event
Winterfest Activation
Catch us at Wayne State's Winterfest. Come find us, grab some swag, and sign up for what's next.
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Buildathon
Buildathon #1
A three-day event. Day one: strategy. Day two: build. Day three: ship. First dollar made wins.
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Workshop
Pre-Pitch Party
Practice your pitch in a low-pressure room before you need it for real. Get feedback and sharpen your story.
Get Notified →"It’s about knowing you have people there to support you. It’s a big boost, especially early in your journey."
Meet Our Amazing Team
Jeseekia Vaughn
Detroit Hacker House Director
Mack Hendricks
Executive DirectorWant To Be A Part Of Us?
We believe it takes great people to make a great product. Join us as we're looking for the next wave of builders! Browse our cohorts and find the one that's right for you!
Let's Build Something Together
Have questions about the program, events, or partnerships? We'd love to hear from you.