Last Call: Digitunity’s Connected Learning Award Program for Nonprofits Accepting Final Applications Until October 31

NORTH CONWAY, N.H., October 3, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Skills such as safe and effective use of email, navigating the internet, utilizing mobile devices, and videoconferencing are crucial in today’s digital world. To help build these competencies, Digitunity is empowering U.S. nonprofits through its Connected Learning Award Program, offering stipends to support instruction on these topics. Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis until the October 31 deadline. 

The Connected Learning Award Program provides nonprofits with resources to offer workshops that help individuals develop foundational digital skills. Organizations accepted into the program can use workshop materials developed by the Public Library Association and AT&T, covering essential topics like Computer Basics, Email Basics, Cybersecurity Video Conferencing Basics, Internet Basics and Mobile Device Basics, and more. These workshops are designed for beginners, with all instructional materials available in both English and Spanish. 

Benefits of Participation: 

For Nonprofits: 

  - Stipend Support: Financial assistance to cover or offset the cost of making digital skills workshops accessible, including expenses such as transportation or childcare for learners. 

  - Resource Access: Ready-to-use, co-branded workshop materials, slides, activities, and participant certificates. 

  - Network Membership: Participation in Digitunity’s Digital Opportunity Network, offering ongoing support and access to potential technology donations. 

For Learners: 

  - The chance to build essential digital skills in a supportive environment. 

  - Certificates validating their digital skills and expertise. 

  - Enhanced ability to navigate online tools crucial for employment, education, and community engagement. 

Digitunity urges nonprofits and community organizations, particularly those serving seniors, veterans, Spanish speakers, adult learners, and community services, to take advantage of this opportunity before the October 31st deadline. By offering these workshops, nonprofits can play a crucial role in helping individuals gain the skills needed to participate fully in today’s digital world. 

How to Apply Before the Deadline   

To learn more or discuss the next steps, interested organizations can schedule a meeting with a Digitunity staff member. For any questions, contact the program team at connectedlearning@digitunity.org.  

About Digitunity   

Digitunity is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that everyone who needs a computer can have one. By fostering partnerships, supporting digital skills training, and working toward equitable access to technology, Digitunity is making strides toward closing the digital divide. 

For more information, visit digitunity.org.