Tech Goes Home receives $30,000 grant from Comcast to expand programming in Holyoke and Springfield
Summary
The recent grant brings Comcasts total 2024 commitment to supporting TGHs digital inclusion efforts to $130,000.Comcast has been a critical partner in our efforts to ensure communities across Massachusetts have the resources to thrive in the digital world and arent left behind, said Dan Noyes, CEO of Tech Goes Home. The award will help TGH expand its offerings in Holyoke and Springfield, where they will work hand-in-hand with community partners including schools, libraries, and nonprofits to support a network of local instructors and provide learners with a laptop or tablet, reliable no-cost internet access, and 15 hours of digital skills training.According to the surveys of TGH graduates, in 2023, 88 percent of graduates reported using their new digital tools and skills to communicate with colleagues, friends, and loved ones. Furthermore, 81 percent of graduates used their skills to get a new or better job, secure a pay raise, enroll in educational or work training programs, or start a business. Notably, 73 percent of graduates applied what they learned to access health and wellness resources online.Tech Goes Home is a nonprofit dedicated to addressing the digital inequities that pose a significant barrier to opportunity and success for thousands of students, workers, and families across Massachusetts and the country. Working in partnership with schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations, Tech Goes Home provides curated support - including access to digital devices, network connectivity, and robust training in how to utilize digital resources - to help individuals and families pursue economic mobility, support academic achievement, access critical resources, and engage with their community and loved ones.