The first week of October is Digital Inclusion Week. This week raises awareness about digital equity and why inclusion matters as more of daily life moves online. Seattle’s Digital Divide Seattle and nearby communities face a deep digital divide. Many residents have strong tech skills. They can use technology to… [ Keep reading ]
Reliable internet keeps your programs running, your staff connected, and your community served. Now, the City of Seattle can help cover that cost. The Internet for Nonprofits program is open for applications, and it offers free high-speed internet to local nonprofits. What the Program Offers The City of Seattle wants… [ Keep reading ]
Small businesses are the heart of Rainier Valley, but a growing digital divide has made it harder for immigrant and refugee entrepreneurs to reach new customers, keep up with technology, and stay competitive. That’s why the Rainier Avenue Business Coalition used funding from Seattle’s Technology Matching Fund (TMF) in partnership… [ Keep reading ]
Many DeafBlind adults in Seattle depend on technology every day, but most digital tools are built for people who can see or hear well. Staff at The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. saw this problem up close. The gap in digital access made it harder for community members to stay… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s Technology Matching Fund (TMF) is one of the city’s most important investments in digital equity. Each year, TMF supports community projects that help people build digital skills, get devices, and connect to the internet. These projects tackle the gaps found in the 2024 Technology Access and Adoption Study. How… [ Keep reading ]
As Seattle welcomes local communities and visitors from around the world this summer for 2026 FIFA World Cup events, we’re reminded how important it is to be a City that includes everyone – regardless of their background or abilities. People rely on City websites, blogs, mobile apps, online forms, maps, videos, and social media to find information and access services…. [ Keep reading ]
Eleven Community Organizations to Receive $455,000 in Grants to Bridge Gaps in Digital Access (SEATTLE, WA) — The City of Seattle announces the 2026 recipients of its annual Technology Matching Fund (TMF) grants. This year, eleven community organizations will share $455,000 in funding to provide programs and services that help… [ Keep reading ]
Using technology is a big part of life today. But for some people, like many in Seattle’s Latino immigrant community, it can be hard to get a computer or learn how to use one. A nonprofit group called Casa Latina is working to change that. Since 1994, they have helped… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle is recognized for its efforts to close the digital divide, receiving the highest possible score on digital equity programming for the eighth consecutive year. The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) named the City of Seattle a 2025 Visionary Digital Inclusion Trailblazer, recognizing the city’s work to close the digital divide across the community and region. Digital inclusion and the access to affordable high-speed internet, devices, and digital skills training, is crucial for participating in and… [ Keep reading ]
Funding Available for Digital Equity Projects–Apply Now! The City of Seattle announces that the application for the 2026 Technology Matching Fund (TMF) is now open! Non-profit organizations and community groups with projects or programs focused on closing the digital divide and promoting digital literacy are encouraged to apply for matching… [ Keep reading ]
