The Y Is Helping Close The Digital Divide
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. With this support, we have established Tech Hubs equipped with computers and internet connectivity at six YMCA locations, providing public access to digital 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 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Tech Hub at the Rauner Family YMCA Open:
- Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Tech Hub at the South Side YMCA Open:
- Monday through Friday from 3 – 7 p.m.
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, you can call our Bilingual 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.
Participate in Our Inaugural Intro to Python Program
Our inaugural Intro to Python program will take place at the South Side YMCA Tech Hub this winter! This 6-week program will be held on Saturdays from 12 to 1 p.m. and it will introduce youth to the fundamentals of Python coding, careers in technology, and the development of valuable skills in a fun and supportive environment. This program is for youth in grades 6-8 and is provided at no cost, including all equipment!
Celebrating Our Inaugural E-Sports Empowerment Program
Our inaugural E-Sports Empowerment Program took place at the Rauner Family YMCA Tech Hub during fall of 2024! This 12-week program introduced youth in grades 9-12 to e-sports careers and a Rocket League tournament. This program was also provided at no cost, including all equipment! Read more about this new program below.