Gloo Hosts 2026 AI Hackathon to Advance Faith-Based AI Solutions — Gloo Holdings, Inc.

Event summary

Gloo will host its 2026 AI Hackathon from October 6-8, 2026, in Boulder, Colorado, with 700+ developers expected to participate.
The event offers $250,000 in cash prizes across three challenge tracks: Agents, Ministry Resourcing, and Bible.
Gloo AI Studio will be used to build AI agents aligned with faith-based values and real-world ministry needs.
The hackathon builds on the 2025 event, where winning projects included an immersive Bible app and an AI-powered financial coaching tool.
Gloo’s Flourishing AI Benchmark highlights gaps in major AI models' alignment with Christian values.

The big picture

Gloo’s hackathon reflects the growing intersection of AI and faith-based communities, where technology is being tailored to align with specific values and theological frameworks. The event underscores the strategic shift toward applied AI solutions that address real-world challenges in ministry and nonprofit sectors. With over 140,000 faith leaders in its ecosystem, Gloo is positioning itself as a key player in shaping AI for ethical and mission-driven purposes.

What we're watching

Applied AI Adoption: How quickly faith-based organizations integrate AI solutions developed at the hackathon into real-world operations.
Values Alignment: Whether Gloo can sustain its focus on values-aligned AI as the technology evolves.
Market Differentiation: The pace at which Gloo can differentiate itself in the broader AI market by specializing in faith-based applications.