Comcast announced plans Monday to establish 29 WiFi-equipped "Lift Zones" in the Washington, DC metro area.
The project aims to provide low-income students with internet access through participating community centers.
The internet provider plans to set up 15 of the the internet-connected zones in Baltimore, 13 in Washington, DC, and one in Virginia. Comcast Lift Zones will provide free WiFi at participating nonprofit organizations, including community centers, churches, and Boys and Girls Clubs. "We are proud to partner with community organizations across the Baltimore and D.C. metro areas and equip them with fast WiFi service to provide kids with safe and reliable connectivity to learn, keep up with school and expand their educational opportunities," Misty Allen, Vice President of Government Affairs for Comcast's Beltway Region, said in a statement.
"We believe that these Lift Zones will provide another choice and make it convenient for students and families to connect at a trusted local nonprofit location."
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