Google Donates $250,000 to iGotITtoo to Digitally Underserved Communities
Summer Luu — December 1, 2010 — Social Good
References: igotittoo.org & mashable
iGotITtoo is an organization that brings technology, training and other digital tools to underserved communities in Brooklyn. In hopes of expanding this charity throughout the New York city, Google donates $250,000 to help this technological cause.
iGotITtoo recognizes that we live in a technologically dependent society and believes that there is a digital inequality with an evident divide between those who have access, knowledge and skills to interact within the digital world and those who don't. In the initiative that Google donates $250,000 to this worthy cause is one that can hopefully provide everyone with technological power and knowledge.
iGotITtoo recognizes that we live in a technologically dependent society and believes that there is a digital inequality with an evident divide between those who have access, knowledge and skills to interact within the digital world and those who don't. In the initiative that Google donates $250,000 to this worthy cause is one that can hopefully provide everyone with technological power and knowledge.
Trend Themes
1. Digital Inclusion - Expanding access to technology and digital skills training in underserved communities.
2. Tech for Good - Leveraging technology to support charitable causes and address digital inequality.
3. Corporate Philanthropy - Large companies donating funds to support organizations bridging the digital divide.
Industry Implications
1. Technology - Opportunities for companies to develop affordable and accessible technology solutions for underserved communities.
2. Education - Creating training programs and curriculum to improve digital literacy in marginalized communities.
3. Nonprofit/charity - Opportunities for organizations to collaborate with tech companies and expand their reach through corporate donations.
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