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MB Nation – Grant Recipient Updates
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Johnson & Wales University
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Cornerstone Christian Academy
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North West Prep School
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St. Casmier Catholic School
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Yuba County Career Prep
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St. Paul's Catholic School
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St Therese Catholic School
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Valley Arts & Science Academy
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St Theresa Catholic School
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St. Patrick Academy
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Schaefer Elementary School
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Kona Community School for Adults
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Jack London Elementary School
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Holy Rosary School
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Empire Elementary
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Academy Prep St. Peters
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Austin Peace Academy
Mobile Beacon launches wildfire disaster recovery program
Johnston’s own Mobile Beacon, a leading provider of high-speed wireless internet access for nonprofits, schools, libraries, and healthcare organizations, is proud to announce the launch of its 2025 Wildfires Disaster Recovery Program. This initiative is designed to aid community anchor institutions impacted by the devastating January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles, California, by providing essential […]
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Mobile Beacon Launches 2025 Wildfires Disaster Recovery Program to Support Los Angeles Communities
Mobile Beacon, a leading provider of affordable, high-speed wireless internet access for nonprofits, schools, libraries, and healthcare organizations, is proud to announce the launch of its 2025 Wildfires Disaster Recovery Program. This initiative is designed to aid community anchor institutions impacted by the devastating January 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles, California, by providing essential connectivity […]
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Mobile Beacon Announces 2024 Wi-Fly Lending Launch Kit Grant Recipients
Wi-Fly Grant Recipients Will Use the Granted Technology to Support Community Initiatives Johnston, RI – Mobile Beacon is proud to announce the 2024 Wi-Fly Lending Launch Kit Grant winners: Dallas Innovation Alliance (DIA) and Developing Dreams Foundation Inc. These two exceptional organizations exemplify innovation and commitment to advancing digital equity in underserved communities. The Dallas […]
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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 […]
Read more 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, […]
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