Resources
Last Updated: November 7th, 2024
Below are some more materials and resources to help you find digital resources for wifi access, computer use, and more. Check them out!
Digital Literacy Training and Technical Support - Digital Equity Center at Temple University
Description: Provides an on-site open computer lab, digital literacy training, affordable internet options, home computer solutions, and technical support via their hotline.
Location: 1918 N 11th St, Philadelphia PA 19122.
Contact and Tech Support Hotline: Call 215-204-7445 or email techforphilly@temple.edu.
TechOWL Community Space
Description: Provides hands-on experience with assistive technology.
Location: 1392 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19122.
Contact: Call 800-204-7428 or email techowl@temple.edu - see TechOWL’s Website to register for classes.
PCs for People
Description: Provides refurbished computers to eligible customers for affordable prices, starting at $0-29. To place an order, you will need photo identification and documentation of current enrollment in an income-based government assistance program OR documentation of current household income (under 200% of the federal poverty line or under 60% of the area median income).
In-person Location and Hours: 2251 N Broad St, Philadelphia PA 19132. Open Monday – Friday, 10am-4:30pm. Not open on weekends.
Shop online: Shop here.
Contact: Call 215-621-8118 or email philadelphia@pcsforpeople.org.
Xiente Digital Literacy Classes
Description: Two levels, Basic and Intermediate, to learn essential tasks such as website navigation, email management, job applications, virtual meeting participation, and more. Classes are in English and in Spanish.
Location and Time: Norris Square Senior Center (2121 N Howard St, Philadelphia PA 19122) every Monday at 9:30am.
Register: Call the Xiente main office at 215-426-8734 or register here.
Computer 101 Digital Literacy Classes
Organization: Urban League of Philadelphia and Drexel University Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships
Description: Learn computer basics like email, typing, and staying safe online.
Location and Time: In-person training sessions are available Tuesday – Thursday from 5-7pm at the KEYSPOT computer lab (3509 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia PA 19104) in West Philadelphia.
Register: Call 215-571-4056 or email bflcdornsifecenter@drexel.edu.
Tech Tutoring: Digital Navigators (English and Spanish)
Location: Online/Over the phone
Description: Designed to assist the local community members in Philadelphia, with information on Internet access and basic technical support issues. Digital Navigators can also help you enroll for discounted internet when available.
Contact: For contact information about the Digital Navigator program’s at Drexel’s Excite Center, Beyond Literacy, and SEAMAAC, see the city’s website. Alternatively, call 211 to get connected with a Digital Navigator.
Digital Literacy Training - Generations on Line:
Description: Generations on Line guides individuals or organizations via training tools and tutorials in teaching Senior citizens how to use the Internet, email, texting, photos, apps, videochats, and all the basic tools, including voice recognition, to participate in the cyber world of endless possibilities.
Learn more: See more information about Generations on Line here.
Contact: Call Katie Burke at 215-222-6400.
Free Library of Philadelphia
Description: Get a Library Card with the Free Library of Philadelphia. You can get access to language and education classes, books and magazines (physical or online), use the Internet within any Free Library around the city, and much more.
Register for a Library Card: Register here.
Upcoming Computer Classes: See schedule here.
Public Computing Centers
Location: All over the city.
Description: For more info, visit the city website.
OCF Adult Education Hotline
Description: The City of Philadelphia’s Office of Children and Families works with several community organizations to offer adult (16+) education classes, including digital skills training.
Contact: OCF Hotline at 1-833-750-5627