Nonprofit Pushes FCC for Broader E-Rate Expansion to Tackle Homework Gap
The North American Catholic Educational Programming Foundation (NACEPF) and its affiliate, Mobile Beacon, are voicing strong support for a petition filed by the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and other advocacy groups that calls for expanded eligibility within the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) E-Rate program. This petition seeks to extend the program’s benefits beyond […]
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NACEPF and Mobile Beacon Urge the FCC Not to Adopt Additional Unnecessarily Restrictive Requirements for Wi-Fi Hotspots Funded Through E-Rate
The North American Catholic Educational Programming Foundation, Inc. (NACEPF) and Mobile Beacon advocate for flexible, data-driven policies within the E-Rate Program’s recent expansion to close the Homework Gap. We caution against imposing unnecessary restrictions that could limit participation and connectivity for schools and libraries across the country. “We believe the FCC should allow program participants […]
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NACEPF and Mobile Beacon Support Calls for Reconsideration of Certain E-Rate Program Limitations
The North American Catholic Educational Programming Foundation, Inc. (NACEPF) and Mobile Beacon express their strong support for the petitions filed by the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) and other stakeholders, including the Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition (SHLB), the Open Technology Institute, the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society, and Common Sense Media.
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Mobile Beacon Launches Disaster Recovery Technology Kit to Support Hurricane-Affected Organizations
Mobile Beacon, a leading provider of affordable, high-speed internet access for community anchor institutions, is proud to announce the launch of its Disaster Recovery Technology Kit. The kit offers up to 25 free 4G hotspots to organizations affected by recent hurricanes. The free devices coupled with Mobile Beacon’s unlimited $10/month internet access are designed to […]
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Don’t Overdo School Wi-Fi Lending Restrictions, FCC Told
By Christopher Cole Law360 (October 7, 2024, 4:18 PM EDT) — An educational nonprofit and school broadband provider are asking the Federal Communications Commission for flexibility in how anchor institutions such as public libraries, colleges and nonprofits can use federal funds to loan out Wi-Fi hot spots off premises. The North American Catholic Educational Programming […]
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NACEPF and Mobile Beacon Respond to the FCC’s Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Regarding E-Rate Funding for Hotspot Lending Programs
The North American Catholic Educational Programming Foundation, Inc. (NACEPF) and Mobile Beacon commend the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for its decision to expand E-Rate Program funding eligibility to Wi-Fi hotspots and mobile broadband services for off-premises use. This is a critical step toward closing the digital divide and addressing the persistent homework gap. However, we […]
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Mobile Beacon Invites Nonprofits to Apply for Its Digital Inclusion Grant
Mobile Beacon’s Annual Wi-Fly Digital Inclusion Grant is open and accepting applications until November 1. The Wi-Fly Digital Inclusion Grant provides grantees with 25 laptops and Mobile Beacon’s unlimited, uncapped mobile broadband service for each device. The Wi-Fly grant is worth over $20,000 in donated technology and internet access. Eligible non-profit community organizations including schools, […]
Read more Mobile Beacon Invites Non-Profits to Apply for its Digital Inclusion Grant
The Wi-Fly Digital Inclusion Grant provides organizations with the digital tools to help their community reach new heights. Mobile Beacon’s Annual Wi-Fly Digital Inclusion Grant is open and accepting applications until November 1. The Wi-Fly Digital Inclusion Grant provides grantees with 25 laptops and Mobile Beacon’s unlimited, uncapped mobile broadband service for each device. The […]
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NACEPF and Mobile Beacon Support FCC’s Vote on Funding Hotspot Devices through E-Rate
The North American Catholic Education Programming Foundation Inc. (NACEPF) and Mobile Beacon, applaud the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) vote to make E-Rate funding eligible for school and library hotspot lending programs. Expanding access to E-Rate, one of the most significant sources of funding for educational institutions, will guarantee schools and libraries have the resources they […]
Read more Mobile Beacon Welcomes Joseph Gleason as Director of Programs & Strategic Initiatives
Mobile Beacon, a leading provider of high-speed, low-cost mobile internet access offered exclusively to nonprofits, schools (K-12 and Higher Education), libraries, and healthcare organizations across the United States, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Joseph Gleason as the Director of Programs & Strategic Initiatives. In his new capacity, Joseph will assume a pivotal role […]
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