AT&T Creates $1.5 Million Grant Program for Education

The AT&T Foundation recently announced their launch of a $1.5 million competitive grant to help nonprofit organizations extend their educational outreach programs with wireless communication technology. It is a one-time award ranging from $2,500 to $25,000 for wireless applications and hardware.

"AT&T is committed to improving education and to supporting innovative applications of wireless and other technologies that help students achieve academic success," said Laura Sanford, AT&T Foundation president. "Mobile technology provides students of all ages with opportunities to learn anytime and anywhere."

Qualifications for the grant include:

• Open to 501(c)(3) public charities and government instrumentalities nationwide
• Funds are to be utilized to enhance education through wireless technology
• Program must engage youth and adults in the process of life-long learning
• 51 percent or more of the project must target underserved populations, including racial and ethnic groups, low-income populations, seniors, youth and/or people with disabilities

For more information, such as deadline for submission and specific guidelines see the AT&T press release.