Cox Communications

Providing Technology Access to Young People

Support from Cox bridges the digital divide for many disadvantaged young people. Cox generously provides contributions to BGCA to fund technology centers in key Cox markets. In total, BGCA has received nearly $25 million in cash and in-kind internet, cable and advertising support. Providing low-cost internet service through its Connect2Compete program, Cox and its local affiliates have also established significant advances in digital literacy for many Clubs across the nation.

Innovation Labs

Through its partnership with BGCA, Cox is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through its technology grant program. Since 2003, Cox has partnered with BGCA to provide more than 100 state-of-the-art Innovation Labs across the nation. The $20,000 grant from Cox allows the Clubs to install these labs that provide students with computer literacy skills and help bridge the digital divide for those without access to a computer or internet at home. The Cox Innovation Labs are safe places for students to explore their interest in STEAM fields, and give students access to vital technology, tools and high-speed internet.

“A reliable connection to the internet is more important now than ever before. We’re committed to ensuring our children are connected at school, at home and right here at the Boys & Girls Club where so many children spend their afternoons. We look forward to the incredible achievements we’re going to see from all of these bright kids in the coming years.”

— Bruce Crooks, Cox Vice President of Customer Care

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through technology. The largest private broadband company in America, we proudly serve six and a half million homes and businesses across 18 states. We’re dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that make each one unique. Cox Communications is the largest division of Cox Enterprises, a family-owned business founded in 1898 by Governor James M. Cox.

About James M. Cox Foundation

The James M. Cox Foundation is named in honor of Cox Enterprises’ founder and provides funding for capital campaigns and special projects in communities where the company operates. James M. Cox was Ohio’s first three-term governor and the 1920 Democratic nominee for president of the United States. The Foundation concentrates its community support in several areas, including conservation and environment; early childhood education; empowering families and individuals for success; and health.