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Compudopt, a national nonprofit focused on providing technology access and education to underserved youth and communities, has partnered with the Santander Consumer USA Foundation to bridge the digital divide in Dallas. This partnership is part of a million initiative by the two organizations, with a million commitment to Dallas. The initiative recently achieved a milestone by connecting 5,000 Dallas community members to free internet.

To celebrate this achievement, Compudopt hosted a community event where local leaders, elected officials, and families gathered. At the event, 66 free computers equipped with educational programming and digital training resources were distributed to community members. The program was launched in Dallas in January 2022 with a goal of providing free high-speed internet to 10,000 student households, free warrantied computers to 7,500 student households, free education and training to 24,300 residents to boost digital skills, and free after-school workforce-aligned technology enrichment education to 300 youth.

Megan Steckly, CEO of Compudopt, expressed the organization’s vision of equipping every family with the necessary infrastructure and resources to thrive in the digital age. Santander Consumer is equally committed to addressing the challenges faced by families without reliable technology and internet access. The organizations highlighted the nationwide issue, with over 14 million US households lacking access to reliable technology and internet at home.

Christopher Pfirrman, Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel of Santander Consumer, emphasized the positive impact this initiative has on the Dallas community. The connection of 5,000 residents is a significant step forward in changing lives. The organizations are thrilled to be part of this movement and contribute to bridging the digital divide.

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