Want to find a free or low-cost computer and low-cost internet? Or perhaps you want to find free computer classes? Check out the resources in this section to get up to speed with technology.
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Comcast's Internet Essentials is a high-speed, low-cost internet service for eligible low-income households at a cost of $9.95 per month. Wireless Wi-Fi is included. The program is open to anyone eligible for public help, from food stamps and Pell Grants to Medicaid. Click on the website to learn more.
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10 W. Fourteenth Ave. Pkwy. Denver, CO 80204
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Denver
The Denver Public Library has a community technology center that offers technology classes. The class schedule changes every month, so you will need to call, check the website, or drop by. If you are a beginner and know nothing about computers, ask about classes that will help you get started. You can receive help from the basics to coding. Other public libraries also provide technology centers.
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4800 Baseline Road, E104 #386, Boulder CO 80303
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Boulder
Justice Reskill is a nonprofit organization that works to secure greater opportunity and long-term financial stability for the justice-involved community. Their free reskilling platform teaches both technical and essential skills to provide a new pathway towards lasting career success in the IT field. They believe in supporting people as their whole selves (rather than focusing on singular skills), which guides everything they do from their accessible learning platform and diverse speaker programming, to their vibrant network of support made of folks with similar lived experiences. They offer their programs in partnership with the Department of Corrections as well as many Colorado reentry community partners. If you would like to learn more, please email info@justicereskill.com or call the number listed below.
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Lifeline Assistance provides low cost or free phone services. Look on the website for a statewide list of phone companies that participate in the Lifeline Assistance program. If you receive a benefit such as SNAP, you're probably eligible for a free phone. Some re-entry organizations provide them, and ask the Department of Human Services office if you qualify for benefits.
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6035 E 38th Ave, Denver CO 80207
Denver Metro
Denver
PCs for People offers low cost laptop and desktop computers. Call the number provided for eligibility info and current costs. Ask about the low cost internet program that’s as low as $11.25 to $16/month for a hot spot.
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Denver Metro
Denver
Starry Connect is a social change company that partners with buildings in low-income areas to provide low-cost internet. Click on the website link to learn more. You can enter your address to see if the service is available in your area. It might take you asking for the service to get it in your area. They currently provide service in only a handful of cities, but Denver is one of them! You can also email them at support@starry.com.
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