Austin Free Net
Austin Free Net
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About this organization
Mission
Austin Free-Net is a 501c3 nonprofit providing digital literacy training and technological access in our most vulnerable communities. Established in 1995, our mission is to provide those with limited or no access in Austin, with free public computer access and training in order to assist them in using the technological tools of the 21st century and thriving in the digital age. Austin Free-Net trains people in basic digital literacy skills, up to more advanced IT certifications. We are a Virtual University Enterprises (VUE) authorized testing center for Pearson. Austin Free-Net's digital literacy and Adult Basic Education center has served 35,977 people and provided 49,993 hours of training opportunities over the past year (and counting).
About
Austin Free-Net offers free digital literacy training and community access to technology in community labs around Austin. All community members are welcome with no need for an appointment or ID. Trainers teach students how to create resumes, look for jobs and find help online, create and use email accounts, connect with friends and family using social media, and much more!
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The purpose of the non-profit is outlined in the filing as “To provide technology training and access to the community, fostering skills that enable people to succeed in the digital age.”.
When discussing its operations, they were defined as: “Spreading digital literacy to the underserved through a workforce development program, free technology access labs, and training to build confidence and competence.”.
- The state where the non-profit operates has been legally reported as TX.
- The filing indicates that the non-profit's address in 2020 is located at 2209 ROSEWOOD AVE NO 206, AUSTIN, TX, 78702.
- The non-profit has reported 18 employees on their form as of 2020.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue is between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue less expenses is -$51,675.
- The organization has 6 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1995.
- The organization pays $487,434 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $6,861 in fundraising expenses.