The Jackson National Life grant check presentation to ITEC’s Executive Director
We are grateful for all of the support we have received from our donors. To get a glimpse of the more personal side to our donors, visit our Donor Spotlight page.
The Jackson National Life Insurance Company awarded the Information Technology Empowerment Center’s iMath program a $20,000 grant. With Jackson’s partnership, ITEC will continue our efforts to empower Lansing K-12 students using educational technology.
iMath engage students in innovative learning environments and build knowledge in the key fields of science, engineering and math. Currently the iMath program offers 90 seats to the greater Lansing area students.
Capital Area Michigan Works is a resource for job seekers, career placement services and for employers seeking qualified candidates. They are a network of resources with more than two dozen agencies running programs and services to help people find a job in greater Lansing. Capital Area Michigan Works partners with job seekers to enhance education and career opportunities and try to make it simple to make the next professional step.
The Capital Region Community Foundation’s mission is to serve the charitable needs and enhance the quality of life in Ingham, Eaton and Clinton counties. We do that by helping people and organizations establish permanent, charitable endowment funds that serve our community today … and forever.
Less than two hours away from Detroit, the City of Lansing is located on the picturesque banks of the Grand River. Lansing offers a stable economy, great neighborhoods with affordable housing, excellent educational institutions, reasonable cost of living, a diverse population and endless entertainment options.
The Dart Foundation is a private family foundation established in 1984 by William A. and Claire T. Dart. Founded in Mason, Michigan, the Dart Foundation continues to be headquartered there.
Dean Transportation proudly transports nearly 25,000 individuals daily throughout the Midwest. By partnering with school districts, public transit agencies, and local universities, Dean has become a foremost leader in pupil transportation. As a proud Michigan business, Dean Transportation continues to help redefine transportation opportunities throughout the state, specifically for individuals with disabilities.
Historically, it has been Dewpoint’s preference to make grants in support of youth education programs (primarily science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Other areas of interest have included health, community services and journalism programs that focus on the accuracy of news reporting on scientific and environmental issues.
Google RISE believes that technology will continue to play an important role in shaping our future, and the youth of today will help innovate and drive these technologies for years to come. We hope that all students will one day have the chance to reach their potential and achieve great things in science.
Lansing Community College is one of the most comprehensive colleges focused upon offering learning opportunities in four areas: career and workforce development, general education, developmental education, and personal enrichment. LCC is recognized as a local, state, national, and international leader in forging educational partnerships with business, industry, and government to better meet the needs of an ever changing, world wide market place.
The Lansing School District graciously allows us to speak with their students and teach them about the importance of Technology. Through these presentations, we are able to express the crucial role that technology will play in the future as well as give them the opportunity to visit our classes and further their understanding of technology, science, and mathematics.
The Lego Children’s Fund awards grants to qualified tax-exempt organizations (as determined under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue code) including educational organizations as defined in USC 26 § 170 (C) with specific, identifiable needs primarily in early childhood education and development that is directly related to creativity and technology and communication projects that advance learning opportunities.
Liquid Web Inc. is a privately held managed web hosting company founded in 1997, with three wholly owned data center facilities located in Lansing, Michigan. Liquid Web is a leader in the professional web hosting market with an unwavering dedication to providing the best hosting products available. Liquid Web has over 20,000 clients served in over 120 countries.
Known internationally as a major U.S. public university with global reach, Michigan State University has been advancing knowledge and transforming lives through innovative teaching, research, and outreach for over 150 years. MSU is a member of the Association of American Universities, the National Association of State Universities and Land-Grant Colleges, and the Big Ten athletic conference.
The Michigan Technology Network (MITN) is a statewide organization driven to enhance the development of technology professionals through education and networking events with a focus on community involvement. Our core pillars, which drive our organization and its goals, are Education, Networking, and Community.
With over $2.25 billion in assets, a membership of 165,000, more than 430 employees, nine branches, and more ATMs than any other institution in the Greater Lansing area, MSU Federal Credit Union continues to develop in ways that best benefit our members and our community. Through dedicated and knowledgeable employees, new technologies, and innovative products and services, we strive to always provide more ways to help our members achieve financial success.
The Prima Civitas Foundation does big things for big impact throughout Michigan. Our job is to connect resources from throughout the state to help grow Michigan’s economic base in this new, global economy. We leverage knowledge resources, like those found at the numerous world-class universities and community colleges throughout the state, with public and private sector partners to address the challenges and opportunities that will define Michigan for the next century.
Spartan Internet values long-term relationships with our clients. Ones founded on mutual trust and respect. Ones where we’re encouraged to invest the time upfront to learn their industry. To help them understand how the internet affects their overall business. To move beyond technology and see how the internet fits within the bigger picture.
TechSmith provides more than 50 countries with screen capture and recording software for individual and professional use. Founded in 1987 by William Hamilton, who remains the company’s president today, TechSmith has seven products that do anything from taking screen captures, to screen recording and managing consumer content.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration, a part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, and their Sustainable Broadband Adoption initiative strives to provide broadband internet access to consumers in under-served areas. The initiative also provides broadband education, awareness, equipment, training and support to community anchor institutions, job-creating strategic facilities, and vulnerable populations.
Based in Louisville, Colo., privately owned Zayo Group is an international provider of fiber-based bandwidth infrastructure and network-neutral colocation and interconnection services. Zayo serves wireline and wireless carriers, data centers, internet content and services companies, high bandwidth enterprises as well as federal, state and local government agencies. Zayo provides these services over regional, metro, national, international, and fiber-to-the-tower networks.
