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SUMMARY:MBK Houston & Compudopt Computer Distribution
DESCRIPTION:My Brother’s Keeper Houston is proud to partner with Compudopt to help bridge the digital divide by providing free computers to families across Houston. Access to technology is essential for student success\, workforce readiness\, and staying connected in today’s digital world. Through this partnership\, eligible families will have the opportunity to receive a computer at no cost. Register above \nUpcoming Computer Distribution Dates\nMBK Houston and Compudopt will host computer distributions on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 31\nFebruary 7\nMarch 21\n\nFamilies must be registered in advance to be eligible for a computer. One computer will be provided per household\, and selected families will receive a text message with details on when and where to pick up their device. \nAbout Compudopt\nCompudopt is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth and families through technology. Their mission is to eliminate the digital divide by providing computers and free or low-cost internet solutions to families who need them most. Compudopt believes that access to technology is a basic necessity for education\, economic mobility\, and lifelong learning. \nEach computer distributed through Compudopt includes a two-year warranty and free technical support\, ensuring families have ongoing assistance and reliable tools to support learning at home. \nHow to Register\nTo qualify for a free computer\, families must complete the registration process through Compudopt. When registering\, participants should select MBK under the question\, “What organization are you with?” to be considered for an MBK Houston distribution. \nOnce registered\, eligible families will be notified via text message with additional details regarding their distribution date and location. \nBuilding Opportunity Through Access\nThrough this partnership\, MBK Houston and Compudopt are working together to ensure that youth and families have the tools they need to succeed in school\, explore career opportunities\, and thrive in a technology-driven world. By increasing access to reliable devices\, this initiative supports educational equity and long-term community impact across Houston. \nFor more information or to register\, visit Compudopt’s website or scan the QR code on the flyer.
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SUMMARY:CONNECT: A Community Impact Forum
DESCRIPTION:Lite Bites. Big Ideas. Lasting Connections. \nMy Brother’s Keeper Houston invites community leaders\, organizations\, advocates\, and partners to CONNECT!\, a Community Impact Forum designed to strengthen collective action on behalf of boys and young men of color across Houston. \nThis forum will bring together individuals and organizations committed to advancing outcomes aligned with MBK Houston Milestones 3 through 5\, with a focus on shared learning\, partnership building\, and coordinated strategies that move the work forward. \nWhy CONNECT? \nThe challenges facing boys and young men of color do not exist in isolation. Neither should the solutions. CONNECT! creates space to: \n\nShare updates on the work currently underway across the city\nHighlight how organizations and systems are aligning efforts across education\, workforce\, and safety\nIdentify opportunities for collaboration\, partnership\, and resource sharing\nStrengthen collective impact that supports young people from adolescence into adulthood\n\nFocused on MBK Houston Milestones 3 through 5 \nThis forum will specifically spotlight collective strategies that support: \nMilestone 3: Ensuring all young people graduate from high school ready for college and career \nMilestone 4: Supporting access to postsecondary education\, training\, and credential attainment \nMilestone 5: Helping youth successfully transition into the workforce with meaningful employment opportunities \nParticipants will gain insight into how MBK Houston and its partners are working together to remove barriers\, align systems\, and create sustainable pathways for success. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nCommunity-based organizations and nonprofits\nEducation\, workforce\, and youth-serving partners\nPublic sector and civic leaders\nPhilanthropic organizations and funders\nAdvocates committed to improving outcomes for boys and young men of color\n\nWhether you are already engaged in MBK Houston’s work or looking to learn how to plug into a citywide collective impact effort\, your voice and perspective matter. \nEvent Details \nDate: January 29\, 2025\nTime: 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM\nLocation:\n6309 Guhn Road\nHouston\, TX 77040 \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nJoin Us \nCONNECT! is more than a forum. It is an opportunity to align vision with action\, build meaningful partnerships\, and deepen our shared commitment to long-term outcomes for Houston’s boys and young men of color. \nScan the QR code on the image or click to above button to RSVP today to be part of the conversation and the collective impact.
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