Charter Has Committed $10 Million in Grants Since 2017; Nonprofits Can
Apply June 5-26
STAMFORD, Conn., June 5, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Charter Communications, Inc., which operates the
Spectrum brand of connectivity and entertainment services, today
announced a commitment of $1 million
to Spectrum Digital Education in 2024, bringing its total
investment in the initiative to $10
million since 2017. Spectrum Digital Education awards grants
to nonprofit organizations that work to expand access to
connectivity tools, education and resources in the communities that
Spectrum serves. Nonprofit organizations can apply to be considered
for a grant between June 5 at
9 a.m. ET and June 26 at 5 p.m.
ET on the Spectrum Digital Education grants page.
Spectrum Digital Education grants support programs that address
a range of individual needs across Charter's 41-state service area,
including those to expand digital skills training for seniors,
connect adults with professional advancement opportunities and
provide students with the technology and resources they need for
their education. Since its 2017 launch, Spectrum Digital Education
has awarded 261 grants to 143 unique organizations to benefit over
163,000 community members, distribute more than 18,500 laptops and
other devices, and sponsor over 40,000 classes focused on digital
education.
"Spectrum Digital Education provides communities with the
connectivity services and tools they need, as well as the skills to
use those tools effectively," said Rhonda
Crichlow, Senior Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer for
Charter Communications. "In partnership with nonprofits across our
service area, Charter is working to connect families, seniors and
individuals with the resources to harness technology to improve
their lives."
Spectrum Digital Education Fosters Future-Ready
Communities
Through Spectrum Digital Education, Central Community House in
Ohio has received $75,000 over the last four years to support
digital education programs, including those that provide hands-on
training to seniors on how to use their devices to monitor their
health or connect with others. For the STEM Alliance in
New York, a $20,000 grant supported its "Digital Navigator"
program to provide community members with education on how to use
important desktop and search applications and a special course on
internet safety for seniors. Latinitas, a Texas-based nonprofit, has received
$34,000 in grants over the last two
years for programs like "Padres Digitales," which offers a free,
bilingual digital literacy program for adults seeking to improve
their technology skills.
"'Padres Digitales' equips community members with the tools and
resources they need to use technology effectively, whether to
communicate with their child's teacher, pay their bills or build a
resume," said Gabriela Kane Guardia,
Executive Director of Latinitas. "Through the Spectrum Digital
Education grant, we've been able to further expand the program,
establish a computer lab, invest in more take-home devices and
retain full-time staff members who are dedicated to the success of
the program."
To be eligible for a Spectrum Digital Education grant,
organizations must serve communities within Charter's 41-state
service area and have 501C(3) tax-exempt status. More information
on how to apply is available on the Spectrum Digital Education
grants page.
About Charter
Charter Communications, Inc.
(NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading broadband connectivity company and cable
operator serving more than 32 million customers in 41 states
through its Spectrum brand. 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.
For small and medium-sized companies, Spectrum
Business® delivers the same suite of broadband products and
services coupled with special features and applications to enhance
productivity, while for larger businesses and government entities,
Spectrum Enterprise® provides highly customized, fiber-based
solutions. Spectrum Reach® delivers tailored advertising and
production for the modern media landscape. The Company also
distributes award-winning news coverage and sports programming to
its customers through Spectrum Networks. More information about
Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.
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