K-12 schools across the company’s service area are eligible to apply for funding through its educational grant program
MATTOON, Ill. – Sept. 1, 2021 – Consolidated Communications (NASDAQ: CNSL) a top 10 fiber provider, today announced the grant application to apply for funding from its technology-focused educational grant program, Consolidated Connects, is now available to K-12 schools in its service area.
As a leading fiber provider with a mission to turn technology into solutions and to connect people and enrich how they work and live, the program, part of Consolidated’s commitment to community support, encourages project-based learning and the integration of broadband services.
“Broadband and technology are essential to everything we are a part of, today and in the future,” said Jennifer Spaude, senior vice president, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations at Consolidated Communications. “The Consolidated Connects Educational Grant Program helps students develop 21st century and critical thinking skills, two crucial components of their academic success.”
Investments made through the Consolidated Connects program are intended to benefit educational enrichment programs and projects that highlight creative student learning and utilize innovative technologies to support and advance learning.
The grant application deadline is Nov. 1, 2021. Additional information and complete program details and guidelines are available at www.consolidated.com/cciconnects.
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