About HaciGroup

Community-Owned Tech, Built in Los Angeles

We are a nonprofit organization building community-owned technology to support local communities. Our mission is simple: people first, always.

2023

Where It Started

It began with a simple idea: essential services should serve communities, not drain them. We set out to build alternatives that are fair, transparent, and community-rooted.

Our Path

Moments that shaped our work

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Step 1

The Idea

Neighbors and builders met to imagine community-owned services.

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Step 2

First Pilot

We launched NELA Ride in Northeast Los Angeles to prove a nonprofit service can work sustainably.

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Step 3

NELA Ride Growth

We are expanding NELA Ride into new neighborhoods and reaching more people.

Our Programs

Practical community tools built to keep money and decision-making close to home.

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NELA Ride

Community-Based Transportation

A nonprofit platform helping neighbors support each other through optional contributions and volunteer-driven rides.

Meet the Team

Board members, leadership, and trusted advisors

Board of Directors

Roster coming soon.

Leadership

Roster coming soon.

Advisors & Support

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Technical Advisors

Experts guiding the development of our platforms.

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Community Partners

Local groups helping us serve better and reach more people.

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Legal & Compliance

Ensuring everything we do is transparent and responsible.

How We Work

Principles that guide every decision

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Community Governance

We design with riders, drivers, and neighbors.

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Full Transparency

Budgets and roadmaps remain open by default.

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Lean & Focused

Small teams that ship meaningful work quickly.

Ready to make a difference?

Volunteer, partner, or introduce us to your neighborhood. We grow faster together.