Mount Vernon, NY – March 6, 2024 – Spectrum has awarded a $20,000 Spectrum Digital Education grant to The STEM Alliance for its Digital Pathways Program, which serves people according to their digital needs and helps low-income individuals with devices, services and basic technology education classes.
The STEM Alliance’s Digital Pathways Program partners with community nonprofits to reach digitally-distressed and historically underserved residents throughout Westchester. Through the Spectrum Digital Education grant, The STEM Alliance hosted two cohorts in Mount Vernon with participants at The Family Restoration Project and seniors at The Episcopal Church of the Ascension.
As part of one of the classes supported by the grant, Spectrum presented the check to The STEM Alliance on March 5 at The Episcopal Church of the Ascension at 104 Park Avenue in Mount Vernon. Among those to celebrate were Mount Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard; Margaret Käufer, President of The STEM Alliance and Rahman Khan, Group Vice President of Community Impact, Charter Communications.
“The importance of expanding access to essential broadband technologies, education and training is profound in our increasingly digital world,” said Rahman Khan. “Through the 2023 Spectrum Digital Education grant program, Charter Communications is partnering with valued nonprofits like The STEM Alliance that share our commitment to create better opportunities for the communities we serve.”
The STEM Alliance bridges systemic gaps in education to provide equal access to critical science, technology, engineering and math learning resources with the goal of empowering communities, inspiring innovation and creating opportunity for all. Their work is centered in three areas: afterschool STEM enrichment, STEM summer enrichment and digital equity.
“Spectrum’s philanthropic support is deeply appreciated as we work to bridge the digital divide in Mount Vernon in Westchester County,” said Margaret Käufer, President of The STEM Alliance. “We all know that digital tools and skills are critical to economic opportunity in today’s world. Spectrum is building equity of opportunity through our Digital Pathways initiatives.”
“Mount Vernon is deeply grateful for Spectrum’s generous support of The STEM Alliance’s Digital Pathways Program,” said Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard. “This $20,000 Spectrum Digital Education grant will empower our community by providing crucial resources for digital literacy and access, ensuring that all residents have the tools they need to thrive in our increasingly digital world. We also extend our appreciation for the invaluable partnerships forged by The STEM Alliance, reaching those who are most in need throughout Westchester.”
Spectrum’s Commitment: $9 Million and Counting
In 2023, Spectrum awarded $1.1 million total to 46 nonprofit organizations across 14 states through Spectrum Digital Education, which supports technology programs, education and training in unserved and underserved communities throughout the company’s service area.
Since the program’s 2017 launch, Spectrum has committed more than $9 million total to the initiative and has awarded 261 grants to 143 unique partners. As of September 2023, Spectrum Digital Education has helped to fund more than 37,000 digital education classes, distribute over 16,000 devices including laptops and support the creation of 157 tech labs.
The STEM Alliance is one of five New York City area recipients of the Spectrum Digital Education grant program. BRIC, Greenwich House, iKhodi and Public Housing Community Fund also received grants.
More information about Spectrum Digital Education and Charter’s philanthropic initiatives to support communities is available here.
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 serving more than 32 million customers 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.
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.
