What is Byte Back?
Byte Back was a nonprofit entity dedicated to bridging 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 living-wage careers and substantially increase their earning potential. The organization's impact was significant in empowering individuals and fostering economic mobility through technology.
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
Verizon
Verizon Enterprise Solutions is a provider of network, security, and communications services, offering cloud computing, managed services, and IoT solutions to businesses and government clients.
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Byte Back?
As of 2024, Byte Back has ceased operations. However, its impactful legacy is set to continue through an agreement to transfer its training materials to Computer CORE. This strategic transfer will enable Computer CORE to expand its digital literacy and workforce training services, particularly in Washington, DC and Maryland. The organization's closure marks a transition, with its resources now poised to benefit a wider reach through its successor, ensuring the continuation of its mission to empower underserved communities with digital skills.
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