STAMFORD – The internet and cable TV provider Spectrum recently announced a $1 million commitment to Spectrum Digital Education this year, raising its total investment in the program to more than $11 million since 2017.
Spectrum, which is a subsidiary of Charter Communications, operates Spectrum Digital Education. That arm distributes grants to nonprofits that create opportunities for community members by expanding access to digital tools, skills training and resources.
Nonprofit organizations can apply for a grant now through March 28 at 5 p.m. ET.
“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.”
Since 2017, Spectrum Digital Education has awarded 327 grants to 170 unique organizations, benefiting more than 173,000 community members across its 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.
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. Additionally, Spectrum Digital Education funds initiatives that teach community members how they can use connected devices to improve their lives.
In Florida Spectrum Digital Education engages older adults to teach seniors digital skills. 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.
To be eligible for a Spectrum Digital Education grant, organizations must serve communities within Spectrum’s 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
