My team
My Story…
Once again I am putting my true grit and lack luster knee joints to the 5km challenge in support of Comkids. Please support me and all the kids in the program to close the digital divide. Kids with access to computers and technology training = more opportunities to succeed in school and in life. I have been a proud board member of this wonderful cause since 2016 - and seeing the smile on a young person's face when they receive their own new laptop computer is always a source of great inspiration. Join in that spirit with me, you can run on my team or donations of any kind are most welcome! Thanks and look out for photos on race day, if you are not running (okay jogging) beside me :))
Description
For over 20 years, ComKids has been supporting Grade 7 students in low-equity, underserved communities across the Toronto, Hamilton, and Niagara Regions; providing essential digital infrastructure, educational content, and support for those facing significant barriers to digital inclusion, digital literacy, and academic success. Since our inception the significance of digital inclusion has grown exponentially as technology becomes integral to daily life, compounded further by COVID-19, as distanced learning becomes essential for successful engagement in academic activities.
Areas of activity:
Access for All: Provision of free, consistent, and reliable access to technology within their homes; including a brand-new Chromebook and internet access. Partnering with local School Boards to identify young people most in need.
Empowered Learners: Delivery of in-person and online Digital Literacy Master Classes (content partners include Google, TELUS Wise, and CIVIX); developing essential digital literacy skills required for academic success and motivating further digital learning necessary for positive engagement in higher education and future labour markets.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 10 | Blowdry Beni | CA$53.11 |
| Sep 10 | Beni Sicilia (Blowdry Lounge) | CA$53.11 |
| Sep 10 | Jasmine Baker | CA$106.22 |
| Sep 10 | Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited | CA$531.08 |
| Aug 22 | Karen Theriault | CA$106.22 |
| Aug 12 | Christy & David Kaiser | CA$106.22 |
| Aug 11 | Terrol Cummins | CA$531.08 |
| Aug 11 | Toni & Nigel | CA$265.54 |
| Aug 11 | Rachelle and Charlie | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 11 | Anonymous | CA$53.11 |
