Mark Cuban Foundation and JE Dunn Construction Bring Free AI Bootcamp to Kansas City Teens

APPLICATIONS CLOSE SEPTEMBER 30

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Time is running out to apply to participate in the Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp hosted by JE Dunn Construction in Kansas City. Applications for the no-cost bootcamp are closing September 30. The program is open to students in grades 9–12 and will take place over three consecutive Saturdays – October 31, November 7, and November 14.

With a custom and highly-relevant curriculum focused on teaching students about the latest developments in the world of AI and Generative AI, the camp will provide the tools to make these technologies work for them and promises to educate, inspire and fuel the next generation of AI professionals. Students do not need any familiarity with computer science or programming to attend. Free meals, transportation assistance, and technology will be provided.

“As AI continues to become an undeniable force in all of our lives, it’s crucial that we open the door to this knowledge, especially to young people who want to explore it,” said Mark Cuban, founder. “While technology expands and becomes more advanced, it becomes more critical that we ensure our students are prepared when they apply for schools or jobs in the future. Thanks to our work with JE Dunn Construction, the bootcamp will offer an avenue to explore this fascinating field of technology to any student, no matter their means.”

JE Dunn Construction is one of more than 35 organizations selected to host camps across the U.S.

“At JE Dunn, we believe preparing students for the future means helping them understand both the careers and technologies that are shaping our world,” said Christina Chandler, Senior Community Impact Education Manager. “That's why we're proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to bring the AI Bootcamp to Kansas City. This program aligns naturally with Building the Future, JE Dunn's K-12 career readiness program, which introduces students to careers in construction through hands-on learning and career connected experiences. By investing in experiences like this, we're not only helping students develop valuable skills, we're inspiring the curiosity and innovative thinking they will need to succeed in the workforce of the future.”

There are less than 3 weeks left until the September 30 deadline. Do not miss your chance—submit your application now, as spaces are limited.

Apply for the bootcamp at: markcubanai.org/students.

Watch Mark Cuban’s message about Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI bootcamps and access the full media kit here.

To learn more, visit markcubanai.org.

This bootcamp is facilitated with support from Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp
Program's media partner, Notified, a globally trusted technology partner for investor relations, public relations and marketing professionals.

About Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI Bootcamp Initiative
The Mark Cuban Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private non-profit led by entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban. The AI Bootcamps Program at MCF seeks to inspire young people with emerging technology so that they can create more equitable futures for themselves and their communities. Over 3 consecutive Saturdays underserved 9^th – 12^th grade students learn what AI is and isn't, where they already interact with AI in their own lives, the ethical implications of AI systems, and much more. Learn more about the no-cost AI Bootcamp program at markcubanai.org.

About JE Dunn Construction

JE Dunn Construction, founded in 1924, is a family and employee-owned company and the eighth-largest domestic general building contractor in the United States, with 27 offices nationwide. For more than a century, we have been building authentic partnerships by putting people first and doing the right thing — for our clients, our partners, and the communities we serve. Our approach prioritizes communication, collaboration, and an integrated suite of services, including general contracting, construction management, EPC, and design-build — delivered with an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and certainty across a wide range of markets. We exist to enrich lives through inspired people and places.

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