Sheffield City Council, GB addresses gaps in digital access with Device Loan Grant Scheme

Sheffield City Council, GB Device Loan Grant Scheme

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Local charities, religious groups, and nonprofits were eligible for the scheme. Organizations requested tablets and laptops for their digitally excluded patrons. Sheffield City Council also issued 250 pounds per device for software upgrades, training, and connectivity costs. The Device Loan Grant Scheme followed recent efforts at digital inclusion including laptop purchases for schools and a 2021 summit of community leaders.

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Sheffield City Council, GB

Metropolitan council in England

United Kingdom

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Device Loan Grant Scheme

Voluntary, community and faith sector organisations can apply for laptops and tablets to help reduce digital exclusion.

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New scheme launched to help close the digital divide in Sheffield

A new scheme has been launched by Sheffield City Council which will provide grants to the voluntary, community and faith sectors to help digitally excluded adults get online.

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