Meet Ishaan Garg | Student | Founder of Project Tech, a Nonprofit for Digital Literacy

We had the good fortune of connecting with Ishaan Garg and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ishaan, what do you want people to remember about you?
I don’t think I care about being remembered for doing something “big.” I just want to be known as someone who showed up and helped, especially when it wasn’t easy or convenient. If someone remembers that I made their day a little easier, helped them understand something that used to feel impossible, or made them feel like they belonged in a space where they didn’t before, that’s enough for me.

With Project Tech, I’ve realized that legacy isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s just sitting with someone and helping them figure out their phone. Or explaining something without making them feel stupid. Or showing a younger student that they’re capable of more than they think.

I want to be remembered for doing things that mattered to real people, not because it looked good, but because it was good. That’s the kind of impact that sticks.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
Project Tech is a student-led nonprofit I started to help people who feel left behind by technology, especially seniors and underserved communities. We run free workshops where we teach digital literacy, basic phone skills, and beginner coding. What makes us different is that we’re not professionals or a company. We’re just students who genuinely care and know how to explain things in a way that feels approachable, not overwhelming.

What I’m most proud of is how real the impact feels. Like when a senior finally figures out how to FaceTime their grandkids, or someone learns how to send money through their phone for the first time, that’s what makes it worth it.

It definitely wasn’t easy starting out. I thought people would be more open to the idea, but a lot of places didn’t take me seriously because I’m a student. I emailed so many senior centers that just never replied. But I kept following up, and eventually I found people who gave us a shot. I also learned pretty quickly that running a nonprofit takes way more behind-the-scenes work than I expected, like organizing volunteers, coordinating events, making sure everything runs smoothly. I don’t think people realize how much time it actually takes.

The biggest lesson I’ve learned is that you don’t have to wait until you’re older or more “experienced” to start something meaningful. You just have to care enough to keep showing up. I want people to know that Project Tech isn’t about me, but it’s about building something that other students in other cities can take and run with. And they already are.

That’s what keeps me going.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
If my best friend was visiting Weston for the week, I’d try to give them a mix of fun stuff without it feeling like a full-on tourist trip.

Day 1
We’d start off pretty relaxed. Maybe hang out at Weston Town Center, grab something from Menchie’s or Starbucks, and just catch up. It’s not the most exciting place, but it’s a good way to start the week.

Day 2
We’d head out to Fort Lauderdale. Walk around Las Olas, check out some of the shops, maybe stop by the beach. If the weather’s good, I’d want to do one of those boat tours with my friend. For dinner, probably somewhere like El Camino or just a good taco spot nearby.

Day 3
This would be our Everglades day. We’d do an airboat tour, I’ve done it before and it’s honestly cooler than people expect. You get to see gators up close. After that, we’d go eat at Flanigan’s or Wings Plus.

Day 4
Miami day. Start in Wynwood to see the murals and grab something to eat. Then head to South Beach, maybe rent bikes and ride along the boardwalk. If we’re still up for it, grab dinner at Versailles in Little Havana.

Day 5
We’d take it easy. Probably stay home during the day or go to Dave & Buster’s just for fun. At night, get sushi from Bento or Sushi Sake and just chill.

Day 6
We’d spend the day at Sawgrass Mills. It’s massive and there’s a lot to do there such as shopping, food, and random stuff to explore. We’d probably grab lunch at Shake Shack and check out some of the unique shops like or one of the international snack spots.

Day 7
Keep it simple. Brunch at Another Broken Egg, hang out with my family, and maybe bring them to a Project Tech session if we have one that weekend. Then end the trip with Cecilie’s Italian Ices because it’s one of my favorite spots around here.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
There’s definitely a long list, but if I had to pick one, it would be my parents. They’ve supported me through everything. Not just by encouraging me, but by literally driving me to every single Project Tech session, helping me set up, and just being there no matter what. Even when things didn’t go as planned, they never made me feel like it wasn’t worth it.

I also want to shout out the staff at Arbor Terrace for giving me a real chance early on. They didn’t treat me like “just a student.” They trusted me to work with their residents and gave me the space to figure things out. That made a huge difference.

And finally, I’ve had some great friends and mentors I’ve met through personal experiences who’ve helped along the way, whether that was giving feedback, helping with chapters in other cities, or just showing up when it mattered. None of this has been a solo thing. I’m grateful for all of it.

Website: https://www.project-tech.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/projecttechorg

Twitter: https://x.com/projecttechorg

Other: https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-tech-foundation