Supporting the Critical Needs of the Public
U.S. Digital Response (USDR) helps governments, nonprofits, and public entities respond quickly to critical public needs.
We’re fast, free, and nonpartisan.
How U.S. Digital Response can help
U.S. Digital Response (USDR) serves the immediate needs of the public by activating highly-skilled talent, leveraging new technology, and partnering directly with governments and nonprofits.
Tap into tech talent
We identify experts who match the skills you need, as quickly as the same day we receive your request.
Access modern tech
We help you implement lean and effective solutions that work with the systems you already have.
Learn from what's working
We share best practices and success stories from our state and local partners around the country.
Solutions in days and weeks, not years
We move at the speed of need to get you the tools you need to serve the public.
Support for state and local governments
We provide support to governments of all sizes, from small towns to large states.
Your nonpartisan, unbiased tech strategists
USDR can help you understand and vet your options before you commit to a solution.
“We are honored to see so many dedicated technologists step up to work on behalf of New York City. With technology products that work to combat hate crimes, lower language barriers, and drive digital equity, the work [...] will have a lasting impact on improving New Yorkers’ lives.”
New York City
“USDR has provided smart, informed, and fast help for a variety of issues. They are an invaluable resource to governments at a critical time.”
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
“Volunteers from USDR have not only helped bring incredible expertise and extra hands to us in a great time of need, they’ve provided critical thinking skills at a time when our team is working long hours and experiencing burnout.”
City of San Rafael
“USDR has been an invaluable source of talent, helping our office move at the ‘speed of need’... I would recommend any agency consider partnering with them to add team capacity and leverage unique skill sets in these trying times.”
“At a time when we needed to move quickly and thoughtfully, U.S. Digital Response assisted the Kansas Department of Labor in making it possible for Kansas residents to apply for the unemployment benefits they need.”
Kansas Department of Administration
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