U.S. Digital Response (USDR) helps governments, nonprofits, and public entities respond quickly to critical public needs.
We’re fast, free, and nonpartisan.
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.
We identify experts who match the skills you need, as quickly as the same day we receive your request.
We help you implement lean and effective solutions that work with the systems you already have.
We share best practices and success stories from our state and local partners around the country.
We move at the speed of need to get you the tools you need to serve the public.
We provide support to governments of all sizes, from small towns to large states.
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.”
“USDR has provided smart, informed, and fast help for a variety of issues. They are an invaluable resource to governments at a critical time.”
“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.”
“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.”
Nevada's Office of Federal Assistance uses USDR's Federal Grant Finder to foster grant collaboration across sectors. The initiative boosts federal funding and breaks down siloes.
Grand Rapids City Clerk's office partners with USDR to streamline election worker management, saving time and improving efficiency.
CMS and USDR created reusable templates and automated tools to help government agencies quickly and responsibly release open-source software, enabling faster collaboration with public
The end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency in 2023 triggered a massive undertaking: the renewal of Medicaid coverage for millions of Americans. This process has inadvertently become a case study in how technology can hinder health equity. However, it also presents a unique opportunity to leverage technology and innovation to advance health justice and equity.
How USDR helps local governments meet the needs of their communities by learning directly from the people using their services.
We’re thrilled to share that USDR has reached a remarkable milestone: 10,000 “handraisers” — individuals who have signed up to volunteer their skills and time to support government agencies across the country.
The renewal of Medicaid coverage following the end of the Public Health Emergency in 2023 has posed significant challenges for millions of Americans.
By using USDR’s Talent Toolkit, you can better hire and retain top tech talent within your government team, even when they’ve joined from outside government.
Calling all Seattle-based mid- to senior-level user researchers and product managers! We’re ramping up a number of user research projects with the City of Seattle to help them improve the delivery of programs and services. We’d love to find volunteers locally based.