What is Digital Harbor Foundation?
The Digital Harbor Foundation is dedicated to fostering innovation and technological advancement by equipping youth with essential digital age skills through comprehensive maker and computer science education. Established in 2013, DHF revitalized the former South Baltimore Rec Centers, transforming them into the Digital Harbor Foundation Tech Center, a vibrant hub for youth-focused innovation. Further expanding its reach, the foundation launched the Center of Excellence for Innovation in Technology Education in 2016, solidifying its role as a leader in educational technology.
How much funding has Digital Harbor Foundation raised?
Digital Harbor Foundation has raised a total of $1.7M across 2 funding rounds:
Grant
$1.5M
Debt
$209K
Grant (2020): $1.5M with participation from The National Science Foundation
Debt (2021): $209K led by PPP
Key Investors in Digital Harbor Foundation
The National Science Foundation
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is a federal agency dedicated to promoting scientific progress and advancing national welfare through research and education initiatives.
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Digital Harbor Foundation?
With a recent major strategic investment, the Digital Harbor Foundation is poised for enhanced growth and expanded programming. This influx of capital is expected to fuel further development of its tech education initiatives, potentially enabling the foundation to reach a broader audience of young learners and aspiring entrepreneurs. The strategic nature of this financing suggests a focus on scaling operations, enhancing curriculum, and forging new partnerships to deepen its impact in fostering digital literacy and innovation.
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