What is Byte Back?
Byte Back operated as a dedicated nonprofit entity aimed at closing the digital divide for adults from historically excluded communities. For 27 years, the organization provided essential digital access and comprehensive workforce training, enabling thousands of graduates to secure employment in living-wage careers and substantially increase their earning potential. As of 2024, Byte Back has ceased its direct operations, but its impactful legacy is being preserved and expanded.
How much funding has Byte Back raised?
Byte Back has raised a total of $408K across 2 funding rounds:
Grant
$100K
Debt
$308K
Grant (2020): $100K with participation from Verizon
Debt (2021): $308K led by PPP
Key Investors in Byte Back
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
Verizon
Verizon Enterprise Solutions provides network, security, and communications services to business and government clients, offering cloud computing, managed services, and IoT solutions to help organizations operate efficiently.
What's next for Byte Back?
While Byte Back has ceased operations as of 2024, its mission and training materials are being transferred to Computer CORE. This strategic move will allow Computer CORE to broaden its services, particularly in Washington, DC and Maryland, ensuring the continuation of vital digital literacy and workforce training resources for those in need. The organization's closure marks a transition, with its foundational work now set to influence and enhance the reach of partner organizations in the digital inclusion sector.
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