Key Takeaways:
- Grants support nonprofits that expand community access to digital tools and resources.
- Spectrum has committed over $11 million to Spectrum Digital Education since 2017.
- Eligible nonprofits can apply for a grant March 3-28.
STAMFORD, Conn., Feb. 24, 2025 -- Spectrum today announced a commitment of $1 million to Spectrum Digital Education in 2025, raising its total investment in the program to more than $11 million since 2017. Spectrum Digital Education distributes grants to nonprofits that create opportunities for community members by expanding access to digital tools, skills training and resources. Nonprofit organizations can learn more about Spectrum Digital Education and apply for a grant from March 3 at 9 a.m. ET through March 28 at 5 p.m. ET.
Spectrum Digital Education partners with nonprofits across the Company's 41-state service area that share a common mission of leveraging connectivity to create personal, professional and educational opportunities for unserved and underserved individuals. In addition to programs that put devices into the hands of those that need them, Spectrum Digital Education funds initiatives that teach community members how they can use connected devices to improve their lives.
"Connectivity is the foundation for strong and thriving communities – it's how students complete assignments, job seekers find careers and seniors stay engaged in our digital world," said Rahman Khan, Group Vice President, Community Impact. "By supporting nonprofits that share our belief in the unlimited power that connectivity holds, Spectrum Digital Education is creating opportunities and driving positive change within the communities we serve."
Spectrum Grants Delivering Real-World Impact
Since 2017, Spectrum Digital Education has awarded 327 grants to 170 unique organizations, benefiting over 173,000 community members across Spectrum's service area. With grant funding, nonprofits have distributed more than 18,700 laptops and other devices and sponsored over 42,000 classes focused on digital education.
With the backing of Spectrum Digital Education, nonprofits are creating opportunities for community members. Seniors in Service in Tampa, Florida engages older adults in volunteer opportunities and leveraged grant funding to teach seniors digital skills, also enabling them to train others in their community. Compudopt, which works to expand technology access for low-income individuals, used grants to provide free devices and digital education to underserved families in Dallas, Texas.
To be eligible for a Spectrum Digital Education grant, organizations must serve communities within Spectrum's 41-state service area and have 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. More information on how to apply is available on the Spectrum Digital Education grants page.
About Spectrum
Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator with services available to nearly 57 million homes and businesses in 41 states. Over an advanced communications network, the Company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice.
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