To acknowledge the expertise and dedication of our judges, the following awards will be presented to recognize their invaluable contributions to the 2nd Washington Hackathon 2026.
Best Judge for Identifying an Excellent Idea
Recognizing the judge who identifies the most innovative and high-impact idea with the potential for real-world transformation.
Best Judge for Identifying Problem-Solving Approach
Honoring the judge who excels in recognizing the most effective and well-structured problem-solving methodology.
Best Evaluator for Technical Excellence
Awarded to the judge who demonstrates deep technical acumen in assessing teams based on innovation, feasibility, and execution.
Best Judge for Spotting High-Impact Social Innovation
Awarded to the judge who identifies the most socially impactful project, benefiting communities and society at large.
Best Judge for Encouraging Young Innovators
Honoring the judge who actively supports, mentors, and inspires first-time participants and student teams.
Best Judge for Identifying Scalable Solutions
Awarded to the judge who excels in identifying ideas with strong potential for growth, scalability, and long-term success.
Certificate of Appreciation
In recognition of their exceptional contributions, each judge will be awarded a Certificate of Appreciation. These awards serve as a token of appreciation for the dedication and expertise of our judges in shaping the success of the 2nd Washington Hackathon 2026.