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
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.
November 22, 2022
Meet Jennifer Jambor, An Amazing Human From human I-T
Meet Jennifer Jambor, An Amazing Human From human I-T Succeeding in today’s high-tech world starts with the very basics – a device, internet access, and the proper skills needed to use these digital tools. Jennifer Jambor with human I-T has seen firsthand the difference it can make to get affordable computers into the hands of
October 24, 2022
Connect 313 and City of Detroit Honor Digital Inclusion Superheroes
Connect 313 and City of Detroit Honor Digital Inclusion Superheroes Detroit’s Digital Inclusion Week (DDIW) recently revealed what many in the city already know: That Detroit is humming with digital superheroes working hard to ensure students, residents, small business owners and community organizations have the devices and digital skills they need and affordable, reliable internet
September 12, 2022
A Connect 313 Grant is Keeping Families Together
A Connect 313 Grant is Keeping Families Together The bond between a parent and a child is one of the most important relationships in a child’s life – and it’s critical for their development. But, for kids with incarcerated parents, the separation adds a barrier – one Developing Despite Distance (3D) aims to break through.
Testimonials
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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.”