Salvation Army Veterans & Family Center​ in Beaverton Empowers Veterans Through Connectivity

By Andy Colley, Senior Director and Copywriter for Comcast NBCUniversal

Digital Inclusion Week is all about ensuring everyone has the tools and opportunities to thrive in today’s connected world. At Comcast, that mission drives everything we do. This year, we’re proud to spotlight our partnership with the Salvation Army Veterans & Family Center in Beaverton, Oregon. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to empowering veterans and families through digital opportunity

The Salvation Army Veterans & Family Center offers essential housing and support services to veterans and their families, facilitating their transition to stable, independent living. Recognizing that digital skills and reliable internet access are key to long-term success, Comcast has worked closely with the center to ensure residents have the tools they need to stay connected, access resources, and build brighter futures.

Through this partnership, we’ve provided:

• A Lift Zone: Free WiFi connectivity in the Comcast computer lab and lounge, ensuring residents can access job applications, telehealth services, and educational resources.
• Digital skills training to help veterans and families confidently navigate online platforms for employment, benefits, and communication.
• Access to affordable internet programs like Internet Essentials, which offers low-cost broadband and devices to eligible households.

This initiative is part of Comcast’s broader commitment to closing the digital divide, especially for those who have served our country. At Comcast, we’re dedicated to honoring their service by providing opportunities for digital inclusion and economic mobility.

Digital Inclusion Week is a reminder that connectivity is more than a convenience—it’s a lifeline. Together with partners like the Salvation Army, we’re making sure that no one is left behind in the digital age.