Silicon Slopes Steering Committee for
Computers for Kids UTAH
Bridging the Digital Divide Together
What will the Steering Committee Duties be?
Computers for Kids, Inc. (CFK) is looking to establish a Steering Committee in the Silicon Slopes. The Steering Committee partnership will consist of Business, Academic, City, and Community Partnerships.
Our goals for the Steering Committee focus will be as followed:
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Establish long-term partnerships with local companies in the Silicon Slopes area to donate tax-deductible surplus or overstock computer equipment to the Computers for Kids Program to benefit UTAH kids.
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Establish an "Area of Needs" list. Determine which segment of an area has the lowest Student to Computers ratio.
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Help find internet providers to offer inexpensive WI-Fi rates for students.
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Marketing: Help to get the word out! Inform businesses and communities about the program.
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Establish Fundraising Events like:
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Community Donation Drives.
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Golf Tournaments
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Charity Auctions
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Travel Raffle
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5K Walk/Run
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Galas
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In-House Competitions for Business
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Fundraising events will help fund:
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Scholarship Fund
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Internet Fund
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Be part of the MOVEMENT in UTAH to Close the Digital Divide