Computer + Internet Resources
Computers
The Vincentian Family Center and Thrift Store Computer Lab
The computer lab is available Tuesday through Thursday from 9:00am to 11:00am and includes access to Microsoft Office and the Internet.
Phone: (512) 251-6995
Email: Info@ssvdp.org
Location: 901 W. Braker Lane Austin, Texas 78758
Affordable computers and low-cost internet to eligible individuals, including refurbished desktop & laptop computers, low-cost mobile internet, and affordable computer repair.
Phone: (651) 354-2552
Email: info@pcsforpeople.org
Location: 2492 Doswell Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55108 (offering virtual purchases)
Boys & Girls Club of the Austin Area
Youth ages 6-18 participating in remote learning can attend Community Power Hour guided by trained BGCAA staff in a structured learning environment with access to computers, internet connectivity, and academic resources.
Phone: 512-444-7199
Email: maricela.casados@bgcaustin.org
Location: Home Club at the Sheth Family Campus, BGC at Meadowbrook, BGC at Chalmers, or (NYOC) Not Your Ordinary Club
Internet
Eligible low-income households can receive discounted 30Mbps high speed internet, along with Security Suite and Internet modem at no additional charge. Must meet eligibility requirements.
Phone: (833)-941-3665
Free mobile phone and internet service for low-income customers that qualify.
Phone: (800)-544-4441
Email: support@standupwireless.com
Computer Classes
Free digital literacy training, including introduction to computers, word processing, email and internet basics, searching and applying for jobs online, connecting with family and friends through social media, and online security.
Phone: (512) 236-8225
Email: access@austinfree.net
Location: 2209 Rosewood Ave Austin, TX 78702
A website with online resources including Programming, Computer tutorials, Computer Science Textbooks, Scripts, and Basic Computer Programming Language.
Austin Area Urban League, Inc.
Free workforce development and training services for clients seeking to obtain new skills in computer skills and other job readiness areas.
Phone: 512-478-7176
Email: charelesa_russell@aaul.org
Location: 8011A Cameron Road Austin, TX 78754
Computer labs and classes led by retired technology experts
Phone: 512-524-8519
Email: administrator@agecomputerlab.org
Location: 3710 Cedar St. Room 131 Austin, TX 78705