A ray of digital hope glows brightly for students of Gates County Schools as Gates County Community Partnership (GCCP), a local 501(c)(3) public charity, wrapped up its 2023 Access Initiative by donating 20 laptops to local families. The Sunbury based organization works to empower citizens by emphasizing the role of community service and its potential in reshaping the lives of residents.
The digital divide, a form of inequality where people do not have equal access to or knowledge about technology, is particularly distressing in rural areas confronting connectivity challenges. To help bridge this gap and unlock opportunities, GCCP has donated close to 100 computers to local students and their families over the past couple of years.
A crucial aspect of this donation is the heartwarming display of community spirit. It provides a beautiful testament to the tremendous effect of giving back. A fundamental objective of GCCP is motivate and galvanize other individuals and organizations to contribute to their communities in meaningful ways, illuminating that each one of us holds the power to make a difference.
Reflecting on this commitment, Ms. Sandra Jordan Branch, a member of Gates County Community Partnership, shared, “We’re extremely grateful for the chance to provide this vital service to our community. The opportunity to back our students and help them thrive in a highly digitalized world is a blessing. We hope our efforts will pave the way for others to contribute to their respective communities, forging a path towards a united and inclusive future.”
This generous effort is not just a donation, but rather a symbol of a more technologically proficient future for Gates County, where each family has access to the necessary tools for academic and professional success.
Branch further adds, “Not only are we equipping the students with resources necessary for their education, but we’re also fostering a sense of unity and communal strength. We believe in the power of collective efforts and envision a society where every child, irrespective of their socio-economic background, capitalizes on the opportunities that digital technology provides.”