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Finger Lakes Digital Inclusion Coalition Inc
Canandaigua, NY · EIN 853697934 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE S01 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · flxdigitalinclusion.org
revenue
$30K
expenses
$7K
net assets
$24K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

The purpose of the Finger Lakes Digital Inclusion Coalition, Inc. shall be to gather community leaders together to create a unified voice in support of digital inclusion efforts in our region; to gain a better understanding of challenges to digital inclusion in our region; to create regional awareness of efforts to improve digital inclusion by the many community groups engaged in this work; and to advocate for strengthened policy and funding support for digital inclusion.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Finger Lakes Digital Inclusion Coalition (FLDIC) is a regional coalition focused on advancing digital equity in the Finger Lakes region of New York. It brings together community leaders, government, nonprofits, and libraries to advocate for improved broadband access, device availability, and digital literacy. The organization works through policy advocacy, data mapping, and coalition-building to address systemic barriers to digital inclusion.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Broadband Access Mapping Initiative
Collaborative effort to map internet availability and usage gaps in the Finger Lakes region using federal, state, and third-party data sources.
Connecting Rural Communities: Small Town Solutions
Virtual conference focused on rural broadband challenges, featuring panels on device access, digital literacy, and community-led solutions.
Digital Inclusion Strategic Plan 2021-2023
Five-goal framework addressing policy, access, training, partnerships, and organizational sustainability to guide coalition efforts.
FLDIC Annual Symposium
Annual event convening regional stakeholders to discuss digital equity, share best practices, and highlight community success stories in digital inclusion.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Community Broadband Infrastructure Development 3 activities
    • Advocacy for digital inclusion policy and funding
      Advocates for strengthened regional policy and funding support for digital inclusion by gathering community leaders, amplifying the work of community groups, and highlighting gaps in public-private broadband investment in the Finger Lakes region.
    • Mapping broadband access and need
      Produces interactive maps and data visualizations that display broadband availability, service levels by census tract, and digital need across the Finger Lakes region using data from multiple sources, including FCC, Ookla, and Census Bureau, to inform planning and advocacy.
    • Producing research on digital divide metrics
      Produces county-level data sheets and supports development of reports on digital divide metrics to inform regional planning and coalition strategy.
  • Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 2 activities
    • Distributing digital devices and supporting device access
      Supports the repurposing and distribution of internet-enabled devices in partnership with businesses, government agencies, and private donors to expand access for underserved communities.
    • Supporting digital literacy and broadband access programs
      Implements digital inclusion through coordinated access to affordable broadband, digital literacy training, technical support, and accessible online content, including guidance on federal programs like the Emergency Broadband Benefit.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Convening digital inclusion summits and meetings
      Organizes and hosts annual summits, virtual conferences, and regular meetings to bring together digital inclusion advocates, share updates on equity efforts, and strengthen collaboration among stakeholders across the Finger Lakes region and New York State.
  • Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
    • Maintaining digital inclusion resource directory and communications
      Maintains a publicly accessible, culturally-specific directory of digital inclusion training programs, tools, and contacts, and distributes a bi-weekly email newsletter to member organizations to share resources and updates.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Forming and building coalition capacity
      Contracted with the National Digital Inclusion Alliance to formally establish the Finger Lakes Digital Inclusion Coalition and continues to strengthen collaboration among members through structured convenings and shared learning.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$30K
Contributions & grants$30K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$7K
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balance sheet
Total assets$24K
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Net assets$24K
1 years on record · 2022–2022
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

Who runs it

board members · 2
  • Jessica Hibbard — Board Member
  • Kate Hammill — Board Member
relationships · 41

Who they work with

  • Al Sigl Community of Human Services Agencies Partner — Works with disability and human services agencies to promote accessible technology.
  • Arbor Homes Partner — Partners on digital inclusion for residents of affordable housing.
  • City of Rochester Partner — Works with the city on digital equity programs and policy.
  • Commerce Department Partner — Co-developed the "Indicators of Broadband Need" map through its telecommunications branch.
  • Consumer Education Council Partner — Collaborates on digital literacy and consumer empowerment programs.
  • Everyone On Partner — Partner organization providing access to low-cost internet and device options.
  • FLDIC Affiliates Coalition — Non-profit organizations or government entities that publicly support the Finger Lakes Digital Inclusion Coalition.
  • Federal Communications Commission Government — Collaborates with the FCC to promote and support the Emergency Broadband Benefit program.
  • Federal Communications Commission Government — Source of broadband availability data used in federal and state maps referenced by the coalition.
  • Flowers Ombudsman Senior Program Partner — Collaborates on digital inclusion initiatives for older adults.
  • Greater Rochester Health Foundation Partner — Partners to integrate digital access into health equity initiatives.
  • Institute of Museum and Library Services Funder — Funded the hiring of a part-time Digital Inclusion Coordinator through a grant.
  • Legal Aid Society of Rochester Partner — Works to ensure digital access as part of legal and social justice services.
  • Library of Congress Partner — Source of digital collections and concert playlists linked for public access.
  • Monroe 2-Orleans Board of Cooperative Educational Services Partner — Partners to support digital inclusion in education and community services.
  • Monroe County Government — Collaborates with county government on regional digital equity strategies.
  • National Digital Inclusion Alliance Network — Follows digital literacy recommendations from the National Digital Inclusion Alliance.
  • National Digital Inclusion Alliance Partner — Collaborated with the National Digital Inclusion Alliance to support the development of the Internet Provider Report.
  • National Digital Inclusion Alliance Partner — Contracted to support the official formation process of the FLDIC and provided a keynote speaker for the 2019 Summit.
  • National Digital Inclusion Alliance Partner — Contracted with the Coalition in 2018 to support the official formation process.
  • New York State Government — Provider of the NYS Residential Broadband Availability map and public-private investment award data.
  • New York State Education Department Government — Provides official continuity of learning guidance linked by the coalition.
  • PCs for People Partner — Partner organization offering low-cost computers and accessories.
  • PayPal Partner — Uses PayPal as a payment processing partner for sponsorship donations.
  • Pioneer Library System Partner — Led the FLDIC and hosted a focus group of library staff to inform coalition work.
  • Pioneer Library System Partner — Supported the Coalition in 2018 with funding and organizational backing.
  • Project Look Sharp Partner — Discussed a potential partnership to integrate questioning strategies into digital literacy education.
  • Rochester Regional Library Council Funder — Provided a small grant in 2018 to support the formation of the Coalition.
  • Rochester Regional Library Council Funder — Provided a small grant to support the formation of the FLDIC in 2018.
  • Rochester Regional Library Council Partner — Collaborates on regional digital inclusion initiatives.
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strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Coalition-Based Advocacy for Systemic Change
    methodology: coalition_based_advocacy
    By convening regional leaders and building coalition capacity, the organization advances digital inclusion through unified advocacy and policy influence, because collective action amplifies regional impact and sustains momentum for structural reform.
  • Data-Driven Needs Assessment and Equity Mapping
    methodology: data_driven_needs_assessment
    By using multi-source data overlays, localized reporting, and equity-focused mapping, the organization identifies gaps in broadband access and digital literacy, because evidence-based targeting ensures resources are directed to communities with the greatest need, especially high-poverty areas.
  • Systemic Barrier Removal Through Coordinated Investment
    methodology: systemic_barrier_removal
    By aligning regional strategies and directing intentional investments, the organization reduces systemic barriers to technology access and use, because structural inequities in digital inclusion require targeted, sustained intervention beyond individual-level solutions.