NORTH PROVIDENCE – Educational and nonprofit 4G mobile Internet access provider Mobile Beacon said it has donated more than $1 million through two educational grant programs in 2011.
The first program awards up to 25 laptops and 4G modems to schools which serve disadvantaged students who may not have access to those resources outside of school.
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Mobile Beach said it has provided more than 2,000 laptop and 1,300 4G modems, along with unlimited 4G service through June 2012 for each modem; after that, the grant recipient may continue the 4G service for $10 a month.
“Mobile Beacon is proud to be able to provide these technology resources to schools, that in turn, can provide them to the students who need them most,” said Katherine Messier, director of broadband services.
“Our grant recipients have shared their successes with us and it continues to inspire us to do more. For example, some schools are now providing access to students whose families have had their internet service shut off, others who are currently homeless, and students with long-term illnesses who cannot attend classes.”
The second grant is for a broadband security system that includes four professional security cameras, a preconfigured server, a serve rack and free onsite installation and training services; more than 40 of the systems have been awarded this year.
“The security system, although a nontraditional use of broadband, can still play a crucial role in a school’s educational mission to foster a safe learning environment,” said Messier. “Many school officials have told us that increased security is a priority, but given the financial hardships of today’s economy, it has been beyond their reach,” she added.
Those interested in applying for a grant in 2012 can complete a grant application.
