Comcast NBCUniversal

Partner Since

2021

About the partnership

Comcast NBCUniversal invests in Per Scholas to help individuals build the skills they need for successful careers in technology. Through this partnership, Per Scholas will prepare more than 10,000 diverse adults for careers in tech across at least 15 Comcast markets over the next three years. Comcast NBCUniversal’s prior catalytic digital equity investments have also enabled Per Scholas to:

Scale Per Scholas’ tuition-free remote learning operations and train 1,000 individuals in Atlanta, Baltimore, Greater Boston, Chicago, Denver, Detroit, the National Capital Region, Newark, New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Seattle for in-demand technology jobs
Facilitate career support services, financial coaching, technology toolkits, and networking opportunities with a variety of Fortune 500 hiring partners
Power an ambitious expansion of Per Scholas training to Philadelphia and Chicago
Implement Per Scholas’ Tech Career Exploration program to create career pathways for young people in 20 high schools throughout New York City
Foster a national dialogue about increasing diversity, equity and inclusion in the tech workforce through the support of our Diverse by Design conversation series

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News May 25, 2023

Per Scholas Included as 2023 Red Nose Day Grantee Partner

On May 25th, Red Nose Day returns for its 9th official year, and Per Scholas is excited and honored to have been selected as one of this year’s grantee partners! Red Nose Day is an annual fundraising event held by Comic Relief US that seeks to raise life-changing funds to help end the cycle of poverty and ensure children are safe, healthy, educated, and empowered across the U.S. and around the world.

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News May 3, 2023

Per Scholas Awarded Funding from Comcast for Creating a More Inclusive Workforce and Economy

Per Scholas received funding from Comcast for creating a more inclusive workforce and economy as one of nine recipients.

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News January 30, 2023

Indianapolis Launch Makes Per Scholas 20 Cities Strong!

Per Scholas announced its expansion to Indianapolis, Indiana, in collaboration with Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana! Following a few years of exponential growth, this marks Per Scholas’ 20th city nationwide.

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News December 20, 2022

Per Scholas Detroit Featured on Comcast Newsmakers

Per Scholas Detroit Senior Managing Director Dr. JR Sledge highlights Per Scholas’ mission and work in Detroit to diversify the tech workforce. With our training, learners can connect with leading employers and launch their careers in tech.

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Plinio Ayala speaking on Project UP panel

News November 15, 2022

Per Scholas President and CEO Plinio Ayala Speaks on Project UP Partner Summit: Spotlight on Digital Skills Panel

On October 18, Per Scholas President and CEO Plinio Ayala participated in Comcast’s Project UP Partner Summit.

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Plinio Ayala, with fellow speakers, at the Social Innovation Summit

News June 9, 2022

Plinio Ayala Participates in 2022 Social Innovation Summit

Per Scholas President and CEO Plinio Ayala attended the Social Innovation Summit in Washington, D.C. The event brings together great leaders and innovators to promote important ideas positive social change.

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News April 29, 2022

Noses On! Per Scholas Among 2022 Red Nose Day Grantee Partners

Through the power of entertainment, Red Nose Day engages the public to raise life-changing funds to end the cycle of child poverty and ensure a healthy, empowered future for kids. Our tech skills training changes trajectories for children and families nationwide.

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Comcast NBCUniversal Partnership helps in Per Scholas' training for diverse learners.

News November 3, 2021

Comcast NBCUniversal Partnership to Advance Digital Equity and Foster Opportunity for All Learners

Per Scholas President and CEO Plinio Ayala spoke with Sharon Epperson, Senior Personal Financial Correspondent at Comcast NBCUniversal, to discuss how Per Scholas is advancing economic and racial equity in the tech sector. Read on to see our feature in their blog and the full interview.

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News June 9, 2021

Comcast NBCUniversal Features Per Scholas Graduate, Ampire Ndusha, in 2021 Impact Report

Per Scholas graduate, Ampire Ndusha, was featured in Comcast NBCUniversal's 2021 Impact Report. As a Per Scholas partner, Comcast NBCUniversal mentioned the impact Per Scholas has had in the tech community, especially with Ampire. With his training, Ampire acquired CompTIA A+ and Google IT Support certifications and also soft skills such as writing a resume and interviewing. Now, Ampire is a network design engineer at Comcast in Cincinnati.

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News March 26, 2021

Seven Funders Look to the STARs to Advance Economic Mobility and Racial Equity

With growing awareness of the disparate impact labor market practices have on STARs, this funding round affirms the promise of a STARs-centered approach to address both economic mobility and race equity. Importantly, we are dedicating a portion of this funding to support STARs-focused initiatives in partnership with organizations such as Per Scholas and the SkillUp Coalition.

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News February 2, 2021

Comcast Provides Update on Decade-Long Commitment to Digital Equity; Announces Plans to Accelerate Efforts In 2021

The new and expanded efforts are designed to help connect as many Americans to the Internet as possible and create new opportunities for underrepresented communities through the education, resources, and skills training they need to succeed in today’s digital economy.

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News December 4, 2020

The future of broadband connectivity

Axios hosted a conversation on the future of broadband connectivity, featuring FCC Commissioner Geoffrey Starks, Per Scholas CEO Plinio Ayala and DreamBox CEO Jessie Woolley-Wilson. We will unpack network connectivity, digital equity and the importance of working with all communities to connect all Americans.

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Press Release October 7, 2022

Per Scholas Chicago Establishes Advisory Board

Per Scholas Chicago has announced the creation of its inaugural Advisory Board! Board members hail from Fortune 100 companies, technology, professional services and the nonprofit sector, and will contribute their time and talent to supporting Per Scholas and its mission.

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Press Coverage December 4, 2020

Demand for Per Scholas Training is Up 200%. This Grant Will Help it Grow More.

President and CEO Plinio Ayala said the org's ability to offer free tech training services will be further supported by a new, $1 million grant from Comcast to scale its remote operations.

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Press Coverage December 3, 2020

Commitment to Education

Comcast NBCUniversal is on a mission to ensure students have what they need to be successful.

Press Release December 3, 2020

Comcast Announces $1 Million Commitment to Per Scholas to Combat the Tech Opportunity Gap Across the U.S.

Comcast will serve as a founding corporate partner, helping Per Scholas to expand training sites and prepare 1,000 diverse learners for careers in technology through remote training

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