Back-to-School Digital Inclusion in Cuyahoga County

CLEVELAND, OH — September 18, 2025 —PCs for People, in partnership with Barton Communities and the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA), is inviting the community to a Back-to-School 4th Quarter Blitz, which is a two-day event designed to expand digital access and opportunity for residents of Cuyahoga County.

The event will be held:

Thursday, September 25 & Friday, September 26, 2025 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM PCs for People Location: 3126 St. Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH 44114

Guests will enjoy complimentary hot dogs while learning about affordable technology resources available through PCs for People CONNECT.

Please note: The CONNECT service is available only to households located within the approved Cuyahoga County coverage area. Eligibility will be confirmed on-site using the coverage checker.

Special Limited-Time Offers for New Customers in the Cuyahoga County Coverage Area:

  •  FREE Home Internet for the first 6 months
  •  FREE Microsoft Surface Go 2
  • No credit checks or lengthy applications required

“While we enjoy the opportunity to engage with our community, this event is about more than hot dogs; it’s about digital inclusion,” said Ryan Hodson, Director of Network Operations with PCs for People. “Access to affordable internet and devices is essential for school, work, healthcare, and everyday life. Together with support from our partners like Barton Communities and CMHA, we are removing barriers and helping families stay connected.”

Local leaders, families, and residents are encouraged to attend, connect with neighbors, and take advantage of this opportunity to close the digital divide. About PCs for People

PCs for People is a national leader in digital inclusion, providing affordable computers, low-cost internet, and digital skills training to low-income individuals and families. Since its founding, PCs for People has distributed over 400,000 computers and connected more than 1 million people to the power of technology.

Media Contact

Syreeta Ziegler National Marketing Manager PCs for People sziegler@pcsforpeople.org