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Digital Equity

The Y Is Helping Close The Digital Divide

In order to help community members gain access to technology and digital literacy resources, the Y now offers in-person computer labs, known as our Tech Hubs, at several YMCA locations! Community members can use these free resources to take care of important tasks, such as free digital literacy resources, job searching, grocery shopping, and much more!

Connectivity That’s Growing

We wouldn’t be able to offer these helpful and free services to our residents without the help of our community partners! Comcast has dedicated $500,000 towards enhancing our facilities, aiming to expand internet accessibility for a broader segment of the community. We plan to establish Tech Hubs equipped with computers and internet connectivity at six YMCA locations, providing public access to these resources: 

  • Tech Hub at the Irving Park YMCA Open:  
    • Tuesday & Thursday from 12 – 4:30 p.m. 
    • Wednesday & Friday from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Tech Hub at the Kelly Hall YMCA Open: 
    • Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 
    • Tuesday & Thursday from 3 – 7 p.m. 

  • Tech Hub at the Lake View YMCA Open:

    • Monday from 6 – 10 p.m. 
    • Tuesday from 3 – 7 p.m. 
    • Wednesday, Thursday, & Saturday from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

  • Tech Hub at the McCormick YMCA Open:
    • Monday & Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 
    • Tuesday & Thursday from 2 – 7 p.m. 
  • Tech Hub at the South Side YMCA Open: 
    • Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 4 – 8 p.m. 
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How It Works

The Y’s community Tech Hubs are open to all community residents free of charge! You can use our computers and get support from one of our Digital Navigators. Additionally, if you are a Chicago resident you can call our bilingual Chicago Connected Community Help Desk via phone at 312-440-2416 or via email at [email protected] to get help or to set up an in-person meeting at one of our labs or a different location. The Help Desk is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

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Participate in Our Inaugural E-Sports Empowerment Program

Our inaugural E-Sports Empowerment program will take place at the Rauner Family YMCA Tech Hub this fall! This 12-week program will be held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and it will introduce youth to e-sports careers and a Rocket League tournament. This program is for enthusiastic youth in grades 9-12 and is provided at no cost, including all equipment! 

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