Microsoft funds underprivileged access to hi-tech

 

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Posted on 4 Dec 2000 at 11:52

Microsoft is to underwrite a $100m project to give underprivileged children access to computer technology.

The "Club Tech" project will set up technology centres in Boys & Girls Clubs across the US, giving access to computers and training material to over 3 million youngsters.

According to The New York Times, Club Tech will be funded through Microsoft's Community Affairs Program and will be its largest donation so far - last year it gave more than $34m in cash and $200m in software to charitable organisations.

The donation for this scheme will comprise $12.3m in cash and $88m in software over the next five years.

Author: Alun Williams