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Salesforce.com Offers $50,000 Challenge Grant to Help Bridge the Digital Divide !

Salesforce.com, the global leader in customer service software, has challenged Hamilton Family Center to promote digital inclusion for the families we serve.  With a very generous $50,000 challenge grant, Salesforce.com is partnering with us to launch Technology Pathways: Computers for Families on the Road to Self-Sufficiency.  This program will provide a combination of access, training, and equipment to families we have recently housed.

 

Through Technology Pathways: Computers for Families on the Road to Self-Sufficiency, we will provide:   

·        Desktop computers for each family (including a monitor, speakers and basic software),

·        Internet Access for one year,

·        In-home set up of computers along with training, email account sign-in, on-going tech            support and trouble  shooting solutions

·        On-going Community Computer Trainings

 

What is a Challenge Grant?  How Can you Help?

A Challenge Grant is an exceptional opportunity for people like you to double their contributions!  Every dollar you donate is matched – one for one – by Salesforce.com.  For example, if you donate $1,000 to this project today, Salesforce.com will match your gift 100% -- doubling it to $2,000!

To partner with Salesforce.com and Hamilton Family Center on to double your money for digital inclusion please call our Development Associate, Megan Fitzroy at 415-409-2100 x120.

 Volunteer with Pathways to Technology!

Do you have a Saturday or a weeknight to set up a computer in the home of a family recently housed by First Avenues? Want more information? Email Megan Owens at Mowens@hamiltonfamilycenter.org

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Hosting a house party is a fun and easy way to support First Avenues and the work we are doing to end homelessness for families in San Francisco.  You supply the space and some simple food.  Invite your friends to learn more about our programs.  We can help with all the details.  Call 415-409-2100 Ext. 119 or email ssheedy@hamiltonfamilycenter.org for more information or a house party kit.

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Ask your employer about your company’s matching gift program.  Some employers will match any amount you donate to First Avenues!

Volunteer Your Time

We need volunteers for a variety of jobs!  Help us teach clients how to use the internet for job searches, homework help and more.  Donate your graphic design skills for newsletters, invitations, fact sheets, and letters.  Spend some time in our office to help keep our files organized and help with mailings.  You get the picture!  Call 415-292-9930, Ext. 302 or email aadams@hamiltonfamilycenter.org for more options.