MISSION: IGNITE Powered by Computers For Children

Just graduated? Now what? Check out our #americorps program (we’re hiring) apply here: https://www.missionignite.org/join-our-team

We’re thrilled to be awarded a $25K grant from National Digital Inclusion Alliance & Google through the Ujima Project: a grant challenge to help Black job seekers & students advance their careers with #GrowWithGoogle digital skills training. Learn more about our plans for it https://www.digitalinclusion.org/ujima-project/

Check out this cool new project from UB Students. "Through the Black in Nanotechnology initiative, we wanted to highlight both the contributions of Black scientists and the barriers they face within the field of nanotechnology. We wanted to build partnerships and networks to push innovative ideas to tackle questions within the field and advocate for Black voices to be heard while inspiring the next generation." https://bit.ly/2Nmog2g

Celebrate Black History Month! Today we remember Jerry Lawson, the father of modern video gaming https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerry_Lawson_(engineer)

Mission Ignite is now hiring for more than 7 positions. Applying takes just a minute! https://bit.ly/35i3XJj

We're hiring! Mission: Ignite is looking for a few good candidates for AmeriCorps positions. Help us in our mission to curb the digital divide - just fill out the contact form on our site and we'll get right back to you! https://bit.ly/35i3XJj

Congrats, Bills, for an amazing year! You've given us all some hope in this hard year. Thank you for your ongoing support!

We're hiring! Build your resume, pay off your student loans, and make new connections with an AmeriCorps position. Check out this quick video profile: https://youtu.be/Wfh5p4oXRYM

The key to power is knowledge, and the greatest inventions were developed by the smallest ideas. Never stop learning. #STEMFRIDAYS

Many thx to Cisco, who recently gave $2500 to support our new loaner program to equip schools with desktops. This program allows hundreds of students to continue learning during COVID. For more on our loaner program contact [email protected] #buffalove #digitaldivide

Mission: Ignite is recruiting for multiple AmeriCorps positions - a great opportunity for those looking for new experience. Build your resume, pay off your student loans, and make new connections while helping fulfill our mission of curbing the digital divide.

"If you can believe it, you can achieve it!" #STEMFRIDAY Happy Friday everyone. We hope you stay safe, stay warm, and have an enjoyable weekend.

"Millions of children are encountering all sorts of inconveniences that come with digital instruction during the coronavirus pandemic. But many students are facing a more basic challenge: They don’t have computers and can’t attend classes held online." Mission: Ignite continues to be a critical resource for affordable technology in WNY. If your school is experiencing tech challenges due to COVID-19, please contact [email protected] to explore how we can help. https://www.nytimes.com//laptops-schools-digital-divide.ht

Today is the FINAL day for voter registration in NYS. Not registered? No problem! Do so here: https://on.ny.gov/33Iknd1

Mission: Ignite proudly joins Digital Inclusion Week Oct 5-9, 2020 to raise awareness of solutions addressing our technology crisis. Visit the #DIW20 to help curb the #digitaldivide https://bit.ly/34sRhh7

It's #STEMFriday everybody, where we celebrate our STEM heroes. Science, Technology, Engineering, Math FTW!

The deadline for registering to vote in NY State is 10/9. Every vote counts! https://bit.ly/330bRWE

Each week, we're highlighting thought leaders and trailblazers working in STEM careers. Happy #STEMFriday - for more on our STEM programs pls see https://bit.ly/3kNFFvz

Happy First Day of Fall Everyone! A quick reminder that we are here for your back to school needs with laptops and desktops in stock (for today, at least). Stay safe, stay healthy, stay connected! https://bit.ly/3ka57uW

Mission: Ignite's work to provide affordable tech is at the crux of the biggest challenge of our lifetimes "If you can get yourself to the building, the school will tell you what to do. Now that doesn’t exist." - Johns Hopkins University professor Robert Balfanz

Sign the petition today to extend $10 month internet service from AT&T. Our children need access for remote learning. Click the link to sign today. https://bit.ly/2FC1HCg

Missed out on buying a laptop for back-to-school? No worries! Sign up on our waiting list and you'll be the first to know when they're back in stock.https://bit.ly/3ka57uW