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I have spoken with a few nonprofits lately that were not aware that the city of Seattle has a cable contract that enables free high speed internet access through community computing. Please check it out and help spread the word:

The City of Seattle, in cooperation with Comcast and Broadstripe, is providing free high speed Internet connections to organizations in Seattle providing community computer access and to a limited number of other non-profit organizations. This is part of the City’s effort to ensure technology literacy and access for all.

If you are interested in participating or have questions,contact Derrick Hall at derrick.hall@seattle.gov or (206) 233-5061. To apply for a connection, fill out our Internet service application form and email it to us. If you want a hard copy or need help, let us know.

Please know that completing the form does not promise service. Each site must be approved by the City of Seattle Department of Information Technology. The sites must also be in a location that the companies are able to provide service to. They will check this after an application is submitted.

Download the application form