What We Do
Empowering Detroiters in a Digital World
Our Origin Story
Locally Led, Expertly Informed
The Connect 313 Fund was formed in 2020 to coordinate and support city-wide digital inclusion efforts with a data-driven, community-based philosophy. The Connect 313 Fund was launched at the Rocket Mortgage Classic PGA Tour event as part of the tournament’s “Changing the Course” initiative.
The Founding Members
Upcoming Events
- All
- Community Ambassador Events
- Neighborhood Tech Hub Events
- 2023 Digital Literacy Training Series
Bring Your Own Device 3/15/23
Tech Hub Grand Opening 3/16/23
Non-Expert Facilitation 3/30/23
Jason Momoa joins Connect 313 to Raise Awareness of Detroit’s Digital Divide.
Jason Momoa toured the city with Josh Edmonds, Director of Digital Inclusion for the City of Detroit, to learn more about the important progress being made to connect the community and ensure all Detroit residents can access the digital world and the opportunity it brings.
Jason Momoa joins Connect 313 to Raise Awareness of Detroit’s Digital Divide.
Jason Momoa toured the city with Josh Edmonds, Director of Digital Inclusion for the City of Detroit, to learn more about the important progress being made to connect the community and ensure all Detroit residents can access the digital world and the opportunity it brings.
The Numbers
Statistics/Wins
Connect 313 Members
Pounds of dormant technology diverted from landfills
Devices Distributed
Connect 313 in the News and Community Update
The latest community updates and impact stories.
March 17, 2023
Meet Phyllis Edwards, An Advocate and Problem Solver
Meet Phyllis Edwards, An Advocate and Problem Solver Phyllis Edwards makes no bones about her high-tech capabilities. Yes, she knows her way around an electronic device, and she can effectively use the internet, but she doesn’t consider herself “tech savvy.” That’s why she got involved with Connect 313. Edwards is the 2023 chair of Connect
March 7, 2023
Angela Meyers on Being Part of the Solution
Angela Meyers on Being Part of the Solution Angela Meyers experienced the digital divide in Detroit firsthand when she saw children and seniors in her own community struggling to access and use technology. That inspired her to join Connect 313. “The Wi-Fi connection in our area had the lowest speeds and the highest prices,” she
February 6, 2023
Dr. JR Sledge is a Leader in IT Training
Dr. JR Sledge is a Leader in IT Training Born and raised in Detroit, Dr. JR Sledge was taught early on to dream big. “I learned that I could achieve whatever I put my mind to,” he says. “This was instilled in me at home and within the Detroit Public School system. As a result,
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Stella Smith
Hamtramack
Thomas Smith
Bagley
“They help us in so many ways that I feel like we can truly call them a partner because they have become an extension of our team.”
Ernest Smith
New Center
“They help us in so many ways that I feel like we can truly call them a partner because they have become an extension of our team.”
Eloise Smith
Southwest Detroit
“They help us in so many ways that I feel like we can truly call them a partner because they have become an extension of our team.”
Stella Smith
Hamtramack
“They help us in so many ways that I feel like we can truly call them a partner because they have become an extension of our team.”
Thomas Smith
Bagley
“They help us in so many ways that I feel like we can truly call them a partner because they have become an extension of our team.”
Ernest Smith
New Center
“They help us in so many ways that I feel like we can truly call them a partner because they have become an extension of our team.”
Eloise Smith
Southwest Detroit
“They help us in so many ways that I feel like we can truly call them a partner because they have become an extension of our team.”
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“They help us in so many ways that I feel like we can truly call them a partner because they have become an extension of our team.”