Digital Inclusion Fund

Digital Inclusion Fund is sponsored by Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville (in partnership with GFiber). In partnership with GFiber, the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville's Digital Inclusion Fund supports digital inclusion efforts in the City of Huntsville.

This program funds organizations that prepare students for technology careers, support workforce development, and teach individuals to use information and communication technologies for finding, evaluating, creating, and communicating information.

Digital Inclusion Fund sponsored by GFiber - Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville Digital Inclusion Fund sponsored by GFiber In partnership with GFiber, the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville launched the Digital Inclusion Fund in 2018 to support digital inclusion efforts in the City of Huntsville.

This grant program provides funding to organizations that are preparing students for technology careers, supporting workforce development, and teaching people to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information. The Digital Inclusion Fund awarded seven grants to nonprofits supporting digital inclusion in the City of Huntsville. These grants totaled $48,000.

CONNECTED ABILITIES - $7,000 Ability Plus will implement the Connected Abilities Initiative to provide iPads and supportive, person-centered applications to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), expanding digital access and fostering everyday independence.

Devices will strengthen the Day Habilitation Program and be placed directly in participants’ hands, enabling them to manage daily routines, build life skills, communicate more effectively, and engage more fully in the community. Through the integration of technology and individualized support, this project turns connectivity into confidence, opportunity, and greater self-determination.

DIGITAL PATHWAYS: EXPANDING COLLEGE ACCESS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY - $7,500 AUM Foundation will expand college and career readiness by providing laptops to students graduating from the Pathways to College and Career Success program in Huntsville.

Serving high-achieving young women from under-resourced communities, the organization will equip participants with the technology needed to complete college and scholarship applications and prepare academically. Through mentorship, ACT preparation, leadership development, financial literacy, and workforce readiness training, the program supports students in overcoming barriers to higher education and economic opportunity.

BRIDGING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE: COMMUNITY ACCESS KIOSK PROJECT - $6,500 Catholic Center of Concern will establish a digital access kiosk in its Huntsville lobby to help low-income residents connect with essential online services and complete applications for community assistance . The organization will provide a reliable and supportive technology access point for individuals who lack internet access, devices, or digital skills.

Staff and volunteers will assist clients in navigating online systems, helping to stabilize households and improve access to critical resources. GRANDPARENTS AS PARENTS TECHNOLOGY CENTER - $10,000 Grandparents as Parents (GAP) will expand its One-Stop Shop by creating a Technology Center designed to bridge the digital divide for both grandparents and grandchildren.

The center will provide user-friendly computers, printers, and Wi-Fi access, enabling caregivers to complete benefit applications, pay bills, connect with schools, and attend telehealth appointments. Children will benefit from supervised homework support, educational software, and safe online learning opportunities, strengthening access to essential digital tools for the entire family.

DIGITAL EMPOWERMENT INITIATIVE - $7,000 Huntsville Learning Center will launch the Digital Empowerment Initiative to expand equitable access to technology for underserved students in Huntsville. The organization will upgrade student Chromebooks, improve printing and media production resources, and provide training in responsible artificial intelligence use.

These efforts will enable students to complete assignments, build portfolios, and develop critical digital skills necessary for college and the workforce, ensuring they are prepared for success in a technology-driven world.

TEACHING WITH TECH: TABLETS TO TOUCH BOARDS - $5,000 Riley Behavioral and Educational Center will implement Teaching with Tech: Tablets to Touch Boards to expand access to inclusive, technology-enabled learning for children and youth with autism and related developmental needs.

The organization will introduce smart boards in classrooms and tablets for early learners to create engaging, interactive environments that support communication, sensory accessibility, and individualized instruction. This project will strengthen inclusion, digital literacy, and a sense of belonging, preparing participants for future educational and workforce opportunities.

TECH CONNECT FOR SUCCESS - $5,000 Urban Strategies, Inc. will implement the Tech Connect for Success project to increase access to technology for youth and adults living in the Butler Terrace and Johnson Towers public housing communities.

The organization will install desktop computers in a shared community space to support youth with homework, research, and test preparation, while also assisting adults with job searches, online applications, and resume development. By expanding access to technology, the project will promote academic achievement, workforce readiness, and economic opportunity.

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