Charter Awards $1.1 Million in Digital Education Grants
Company’s charitable program has awarded more than $12 million in grants since 2017
Company’s charitable program has awarded more than $12 million in grants since 2017
WASHINGTON, June 16, 2026 – Charter is putting another $1.1 million behind digital education efforts.
The company on Monday announced its latest round of Spectrum Digital Education grants, part of a program that has awarded more than $12 million to 233 nonprofits since 2017. Past recipients have offered workforce training in cities such as Dallas and Los Angeles and digital skills workshops in places including Oahu and St. Louis.
“Digital access is important for strong communities, it’s at the center of how people learn, work, access services and stay connected to the people and information that matter most,” said Rahman Khan, Charter group vice president of community impact.
The program partners with local organizations to expand access to technology and digital skills. Grants have supported digital literacy classes for seniors, career readiness programs for adults and device distribution for families in need.
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