Charter Promotes Low-Cost, High-Speed Broadband Service in Pomona

As part of a continuous commitment to expand broadband access, representatives of Charter Communications, Inc. joined state Sen. Connie Leyva and Pomona Mayor Tim Sandoval to promote the availability of Spectrum Internet Assist in the Pomona Valley and present a $2,000 donation and tablets to the Just Us 4 Youth organization.

Charter Communications was joined by state and local officials, high school students, parents and local nonprofit, Just Us 4 Youth for an experiential digital inclusion educational demonstration at a continuation high school in Pomona. Just Us 4 Youth facilitated a restorative session, where students and elected officials sat together to explore social emotional learning.

“On behalf of Just Us 4 Youth, we are grateful for the monetary donation along with the gift of 10 Galaxy Tablets from Charter Communications,” said Eric Vasquez, CEO, Just Us 4 Youth. “The exercise today supports our vision in providing innovative and quality mentoring to youth in urban communities around the world.”

The event brought together education and municipal policy makers, as well as industry experts and nonprofit partners to discuss the challenges the Pomona Valley and the region faces to bridge the digital divide. Spectrum Internet Assist delivers industry-leading broadband speeds at an affordable price to eligible families and seniors, with no modem fees, data caps or contracts.

“I applaud Charter Communications for hosting the digital literacy and inclusion convener at Park West Continuation High School,” said City of Pomona Mayor Tim Sandoval. “I’m pleased to participate in helping enable our students to continue what they learned at school into their home life.”

Spectrum Internet Assist service delivers eligible customers speeds of 30/4 Mbps, which exceeds the Federal Communications Commission’s definition of high-speed broadband. Spectrum Internet Assist is available throughout the company’s 41-state service area.

“Closing the digital divide and getting connected is important to our community,” said state Sen. Connie Leyva. “I am proud to partner with Charter Communications on spreading the word about their Spectrum Internet Assist program, which will provide much needed connectivity to underserved families and senior citizens in the greater Pomona Valley.”

“Spectrum Internet Assist helps bring a whole new world of digital access and opportunity to low-income families and seniors,” said Keri Askew Bailey, Spectrum Regional Vice President, State Government Affairs, West Region. “Spectrum Internet Assist is an important next step in providing true high-speed connections to consumers across the country who could otherwise continue to face digital inequality. It’s crucial for broadband providers like us to play a role in bridging the digital divide, so everyone has access to the information and tools they need to succeed in today’s economy.”

Spectrum Internet Assist overview

30/4 Mbps speed package

• Includes all standard internet features; e.g., email, security suite
• Includes a modem at no additional charge

Spectrum Internet Assist eligibility

• Families with students who participate in the National School Lunch Program
• Seniors 65 and older who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program benefits
• Additional criteria:
  • Current Spectrum TV and Spectrum Voice customers who meet one of the two criteria above may enroll.
  • Prospective enrollees cannot have had a broadband subscription from Spectrum within 30 days of signing up.
  • Eligible participants will not need to undergo a credit check, but they must clear any outstanding debt with Spectrum from the previous 12 months.

To assist consumers with the eligibility process and enrollment, Charter hosts a dedicated Spectrum Internet Assist website: www.SpectrumInternetAssist.com. Prospective enrollees may also call the Spectrum Internet Assist toll-free helpline at 1-844-525-1574 for assistance.