When CTN officially gained its nonprofit status in 2008, only 55% of Americans had access to in-home broadband internet. Websites sported a clunky aesthetic, now considered a “throwback” style. Apple... read more →
A native of the UK, Jack Fellows originally moved to California to complete his MBA in data analytics. While finishing up his degree, he wanted to invest in the community... read more →
In 2019, CTN received a grant from Metta Fund to provide digital skills training and tablets to monolingual seniors in San Francisco’s Sunset District. This new program, called Sunset Tech... read more →
As the pandemic prompted many nonprofits to transition their programming to online formats, it became a challenge to connect with clients who did not have the skills or resources to... read more →
One of the great pleasures of working with older adults is that they always have a tale to tell — and Home Connect learner John Thompson did not disappoint. Originally... read more →
How can I uninstall apps from my tablet? Where do I check to ensure my email was sent? How can I add a background photo to my home screen? How... read more →
Photo: The Mosaica Family Apartments, located in San Francisco's Mission neighborhood. CTN is excited to begin a new partnership with Lutheran Social Services (LSS), a nonprofit organization focused on ending... read more →
“I discovered that technology is for everybody,” says bilingual digital instructor Jannette Estrada. “No matter your age, no matter what language you speak, no matter if you have any physical... read more →
According to the most recent citywide needs assessment in 2018, more than 100,000 San Francisco residents lack internet access at home or are not proficient at using the internet and... read more →