#GivingTuesday Block, Inc. and Bridging Tech gift laptops to Hamilton Families
See the joy of the children who were gifted brand new laptops!
This Giving Tuesday, we’re inspired by the incredible generosity of Block Inc. We can reflect on this donation as we are helping to empower families in our community to bridge the digital divide.
On Friday October 4th, 2024, members of Bridging Tech ventured to Hamilton Families in San Francisco to drop off 25 refurbished laptops.
Block, Inc., an Oakland-based financial services company, donated these laptops to Bridging Tech, knowing that we could ensure they wound up in the right hands. We went to our long-time friends at Hamilton Families who provide temporary housing, basic services and educational programming for the families they host in the heart of the Bay Area.
Upon arrival, our team was warmly received by Diana Petrova of Hamilton Families to pass on the laptops.
Tony Chun of Bridging Tech hands off the laptops to Diana Petrova of Hamilton Families in the room where fun and learning happen! Photo Credit: Rebecca-Ann Jattan
On Tuesday October 8th, 2024, the Hamilton Families team was able to give the laptops away to some of their very deserving kids.
The smiling faces of the children at Hamilton Families gifted with their brand new laptops. Photo Credits: Hamilton Families
Ahmed Ali Bob from Block Inc. shared how the company’s purpose of economic empowerment inspired its recent partnership with Bridging Tech. “Lowering barriers to entry by providing technology tools that help folks participate in the economy is very aligned with Block's purpose,” he explained.
Block chose Bridging Tech for its dedication to closing the digital divide and supporting underserved communities. This partnership enabled the distribution of laptops to families at Hamilton Families, sparking joy and opportunity for the recipients.
Reflecting on the impact, Ahmed shared, “It's so heartwarming to see the smiling faces and satisfaction with being able to have technological tools that can help folks participate in the economy, complete their education, and really set them up to thrive.”
Special thanks to Block, Inc. for making this donation possible and to Hamilton Families for warmly welcoming us and receiving these gifts.
We hope you have a wonderful #GivingTuesday!