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3-GIS
3-GIS is used by companies worldwide to transform how they plan, design, construct, and manage their networks. Our web-based network management solutions and engineering services give our customers the information they need to expedite their time to revenue, create integrity in their data, and inform business decisions throughout their entire organization.
Air Link Rural Broadband, LLC
Air Link Rural Broadband, LLC is an experimental WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) with wireless coverage to residents of Salisbury, Chariton County, Howard County, and most recently, parts of Saline County.
Liz Harrison
Phone: (660) 248-2272
Website
AirLink Rural Broadband
100 W Highway 24
Salisbury, Missouri 65281
Allero Telecom
Our paradigm shifting technology and innovation allows communities to leapfrog past traditional hardwired Internet connectivity to a tested technology that can be quickly deployed and easily accessible for residential and business users.
aSTEAM Village
Inspire students and families to pursue education and career pathways in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM), through community-based project learning and innovative programs.
Barton County Library - MU Extension Barton County
Proposed Project: Connecting residents across the county with broadband access at library branches.
Berkebile Nelson Immenschuh McDowell, Inc. (BNIM)
We deliver beautiful, integrated, living environments that inspire change and enhance the human condition.
BioSTL
GlobalSTL, an initiative of BioSTL, focuses on improving health and economic vitality through innovative solutions throughout the Midwest, particularly in Missouri and Illinois, by providing accessible and affordable broadband capabilities.
Black Family Technology Awareness Association
Closing the digital divide by helping bridge the gap between our Nation’s Black Families and technology.
Broadband "bridge"
A dispersement of 15 broadband "community" hotspots across Bollinger County at the population cluster areas.
Broadband Savvy
At Broadband Savvy, we create free online resources to help everyday people get the most from their home broadband, using language that’s easy to understand – even if you’re not especially tech savvy.
Tyler Bevan
Phone: (795) 541-2041
Website
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Broadband Starter Map on Allthingsmissouri.org
On allthingsmissouri.org CARES hosts multiple mapping and reporting options. Specifically in our map gallery we have a broadband starter map.
BroadbandUSA Technical Assistance Program
BroadbandUSA serves as a strategic advisor to communities that want to expand their broadband capacity and promote digital inclusion. We bring stakeholders together to solve problems, contribute to emerging policies, link communities to other federal agencies and funding sources, and address barriers to collaboration across agencies.
Building Local Prosperity Bollinger County Broadband Committee
Building Local Prosperity (BLP) is a participatory community economic development planning and engagement process designed specifically for communities, counties and/or regions which is designed to foster greater understanding of what drives the local economy, factors that influence economic growth, analysis of key economic indicators, identification of community assets, challenges and barriers, development of strategies, and writing a strategic plan, as well as implementation support.
Building Local Prosperity Ozark Foothills Broadband Committee
Building Local Prosperity (BLP) is a participatory community economic development planning and engagement process designed specifically for communities, counties and/or regions which is designed to foster greater understanding of what drives the local economy, factors that influence economic growth, analysis of key economic indicators, identification of community assets, challenges and barriers, development of strategies, and writing a strategic plan, as well as implementation support.
Building Local Prosperity- BRPC Broadband Committee
Building Local Prosperity (BLP) is a participatory community economic development planning and engagement process designed specifically for communities, counties and/or regions which is designed to foster greater understanding of what drives the local economy, factors that influence economic growth, analysis of key economic indicators, identification of community assets, challenges and barriers, development of strategies, and writing a strategic plan, as well as implementation support.
Christ the Servant Covenant Church
We are a group of people who believe that “Serving hope in our neighborhood and our world” is the most important thing we can do.
City of Kansas City, MO Health Department
KCHD works to promote, preserve, and protect the health of Kansas City residents, visitors, and workers through a variety of leading programs and services.
Comcast Internet Essentials
Low-cost, high-speed internet for low-income households. $9.95 per month + tax for speeds of 50/5 mbps. No credit check, no term contract, no cancellation fees.
Commerce Bank
We take the time to understand our customers’ financial challenges and accept them as our own. We do this by getting to know our customers and providing sophisticated advice along with capital and industry-leading solutions personalized for them.
Community Connection Center
Community Connection Center is an upcoming hub, built on 27th street KCMO, to serve the surrounding community to provide a place that residents, particularly elderly and students, will be able to access technology, life planning, home buying and maintenance resources.
Computers on the Farm
Annual event provides provides information or computer and internet-based applications for farm operations
Connected Nation
Connected Nation is a leading technology organization committed to assisting states, communities, families, and individuals in realizing great economic and social advantages through improved broadband access, adoption, and use. Connected Nation develops and implements technology expansion programs centered on a mission to improve digital inclusion in all areas, rural and urban alike.
Chris Pedersen
Phone: (202) 255-6098
Website
191 West Professional Park Court Suite B
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Connecting for Good- Kansas City
Connecting For Good provides internet access, computers, digital skills training and community partnerships to help low and moderate income communities open minds and opportunities for a better future.
Bryan Boots
Phone: (816) 559-7077
Website
Linwood Area Computer Center
3210 Michigan Avenue
Kansas City, Missouri 64109
Credit & Homeownership Empowerment Services, Inc. (CHES, Inc.)
Credit & Homeownership Empowerment Services, Inc. (CHES, Inc.) is a HUD Certified, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public benefit organization, dedicated to empowering low to moderate income individuals and families with the knowledge and confidence necessary for long-term financial & homeownership success.
CSG LLC Technology Consultants
CSG is a dedicated team of professionals that work hand in hand with clients ensuring they achieve their goals. We help our clients work “better” not “harder, longer hours”. We help you gain efficiencies leaving time to do more in areas that are most meaningful.
Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute
The Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI) supports efforts to utilize broadband and internet-based applications to provide news and information to the public.
ECCO Select
ECCO Select provides people, process and technology solutions for our clients’ needs. We’re a talent acquisition + advisory consulting company, and the talent behind the technology.
EPB Broadband Solutions
Your community’s future in fiber starts here. Armed with the advantage of 10+ years of real-world broadband experience, we can help you bring to market the services that can empower your community with energy, internet, video & voice. From complete consulting services to ready-made broadband solutions, EPB is here to help.
EPC, Inc.
EPC, Inc. is one of the premier global IT Asset Disposition providers. Our mission is to provide our customers with the most seamless solutions for maximizing return and minimizing the risks associated with data security and improper handling of end of life IT assets.
Farm & Home Cooperative - Platte City, MO
Cooperative for broadband infrastructure to rural areas. We help grant writing teams with low-cost grant-related research and narrative support needed for the hardest part of their grant applications.
FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit
The Emergency Broadband Benefit is an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
The Kansas City Fed fosters the stability, integrity and efficiency of the nation’s monetary, financial and payments systems to promote a stable, healthy economy.
Footprints, Inc.
Footprints exists to build safe environments that ignite positive change through love and outreach.
Gallery 210
Gallery 210 is a continuing contemporary art exhibition program at UMSL which seeks to focus on basic research broadband infrastructure systems, and education related to broadband adoption and utilization.
Terry Suhre
Phone: (314) 516-5976
Website
University of Missouri-St. Louis, One University Blvd
44 Arnold Grobman Drive
St. Louis, Missouri 63121
Geographic Resources Center - MU Department of Geography
The Geographic Resources Center (GRC) in the University of Missouri Department of Geography is a multidisciplinary applied research and teaching facility for geographic and remote sensing data analysis. It also serves as a resource center for information concerning applications of geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing and cartography. GIS technology provides an efficient means for automating entry, manipulating and analyzing geographic data. The process of linking spatial data to descriptive attribute data is used extensively by planners, resource managers, biologists and a host of professionals to assist in decision making.
GIG Country
Proposed Research Project through MU Extension
Nicky Martin
Phone: (573) 217-9382
24534 State Hwy 51
Puxico, MO 63960
Goodwill of Western Missouri & Eastern Kansas
Goodwill empowers people to discover their potential and adapt for the future through the power of work.
Guadalupe Centers
The mission of the Guadalupe Centers is to improve the quality of life for individuals in the
Latino communities of Greater Kansas City
Healing House
Healing House provides recovery housing and support for those overcoming substance use disorders. We offer an employment readiness program that focuses on digital skills development for job search, resume building and other career opportunities.
Health Forward Foundation
Health Forward supports and participates in activities that inform relevant public debate and policy development, foster healthy behaviors and environments, and promote more effective systems of care for the target population.
Heartland Black Chamber of Commerce
Our team strives to provide committed and visionary leadership and advocacy in the realization of economic empowerment. Through the creation of partnerships, resources, and initiatives, we aim to support entrepreneurs, community concerns, and business organizations in developing and growing Black enterprises.
Hispanic Economic Development Corporation (HEDC)
The Hispanic Economic Development Corporation is dedicated to improving the lives of Latinos within the greater Kansas City. HEDC achieves this area through business development and economic and community wealth creation initiatives.
HJ's Youth and Community Center
With a variety of spaces and a mission to connect with our neighborhoods in spiritual and secular ways, HJ’s is your gathering spot.
INDATEL
INDATEL is a service provider offering a unique reach to areas where others cannot. Through REX, our Rural Ethernet Exchange, we deliver a means to Ethernet Connectivity via hundreds of thousands of miles of fiber deployed across America.
Inquiry Initiative
Education research and service projects related to broadband adoption and utilization, research related to human systems and broadband adoption and utilization.
Shea Kerkhoff
Phone: (314) 516-6820
Website
312 Marillac Hall
7850 Weinman Way
St. Louis, Missouri 63121
Internet Access Support Program
The Internet Access Support Program helps families get quality, high-speed internet access. Whether you need help establishing new service or to restoring existing internet access, we can help you get connected.
Jon Hartner | Land Services Specialist / IT Analyst / Connected Communities Solution Lead at Black & Veatch
Currently working as a business analyst for Black & Veatch’s wireline business line.
Jon Hartner
Phone: (913) 458-1704
6800 W 115th St
#2292
Overland Park, KS 66211
Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
Kansas City Chamber of Commerce focuses on business development and support, coronavirus resources, public policy, professional development, diversity, equity and inclusion, networking opportunities and events.
Kansas City Civic Council
The Civic Council of Greater KC brings together different members and resources to address difficult and complex community challenges and create initiatives that contribute to the community’s growth and quality of life.
Kansas City Digital Equity Strategic Plan
The Digital Equity Strategic Plan highlights six major components: Use of the Internet for the Consumer, Use of the Internet for the Learner, Use of the Internet for the Digital Citizen, Use of the Internet for Employment, Use of the Internet for the Entrepreneur and Collaboration Around Access to the Internet.
Rick Usher
Phone: (816) 719-0233
Website
414 East 12th Street, 29th Flr
Office of the City Manager
Kansas City, MO 64106
Kansas City Public Library (Tech Access)
Tech Access is Kansas City Public Library’s collection of resources designed to help adults learn how to use technology.
Megan McNaughton
Phone: (816) 701-3606
Website
14 W 10th Street
Annex, Public Affairs
Kansas City, MO 64105
Kansas City Public Schools
"The purpose of Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) is to provide a quality education that prepares all of our students, regardless of background or circumstances, for success in college, career and life.
Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Commission
A regional planning commission in West Central Missouri, with a mission to improve broadband connectivity for the lives of people in Bates, Benton, Cedar, Henry, Hickory, St. Clair and Vernon Counties.
KC digiSTORY Center
digiSTORY KC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers programs and resources to promote the development and expansion of multimedia, story-based expertise in the central Midwest and beyond.
KC Digital Drive
KC Digital Divide’s Mission is to make Kansas City a digital leader to secure our economic prosperity and improve the quality of life for all people in the region.
KC Public Library
The Kansas City Public Library system consists of a central library, nine physical branches, a digital branch, and an outreach services program serving over 250,000 in Kansas City, Missouri. In addition to providing library services to residents, the Library also serves as a resource for the 1.7 million metropolitan residents of greater Kansas City.
KCBizCare, Kansas City, Mo.'s Business Resource Center
We help streamline the business registration process for starting and growing your business in Kansas City!
We can assist you in finding technology and support resources for homebased business, remote work and small business Internet services. Kansas City has ubiquitous gigabit Internet services and offers tremendous opportunity for small business success in the digital economy.
KC BizCare is a free business resource, advocacy and information center for new and existing businesses operating within the City. Our office provides information and assistance to help business owners understand and comply with City, State and Federal requirements for operating a business.
The mission of KC BizCare is to assist current and prospective entrepreneurs with starting or expanding a business. Toward this end, we provide information and support for licenses and other requirements and refer customers to appropriate community partners, City departments, resources, and other services that propel our clients to long-term success.
Lean Lab Education
Lean Lab Education is an organization that builds communities and launches transformational innovations into K-12 schools.
Literacy KC
Free adult education classes, including Digital classes. We provide adult students with the skills needed to use digital devices to fully participate in our programs and enhance their lives using technology. Programs include Reading & Writing, English Language, Math, Digital, High School Equivalency, and Work Force Development.
Literacy KC
To advance literacy within the Kansas City metropolitan area through direct services, advocacy, and collaboration.
Local Initiatives Support Corporation
With residents and partners, LISC forges resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America – great places to live, work, visit, do business and raise families.
Local Investment Commission
Greater KC LINC, INC, (also known as Local Investment Commission) is a citizen-driven collaborative that localizes state of Missouri resources and programs it improve the lives of children and families in the Kansas City region.
Metropolitan Community College
The campus is known for its strong gen ed program and the Midwest’s finest veterinary technology program.
Midwest Recycling Center (MRC)
The proper destruction of hard drives and the information contained on them is an essential service MRC offers. We have four different methods in which we are able to protect our clients’ valuable information.
Missouri 4-H Youth Voices on Rural Broadband
Rural broadband was selected as the focal point for the
2018 Missouri 4-H Legislative Academy. Fourteen 4-H youth
delegates ages 15-18 from across the state were selected
through a competitive application process to attend the
Academy, having earned the opportunity through achieving a
number of leadership and citizenship milestones in 4-H.
Missouri 4-H Youth Voices on Rural Broadband (Missouri 4-H Legislative Academy 2018)
Legislative Academy is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for 4-H teens to be ambassadors for Missouri 4-H at the heart of Missouri state government in Jefferson City. Youth delegates from across the state are selected by 4-H to meet with executive, legislative, and judicial state government leaders. Highlights also include shadowing state legislators, and meeting with commodity groups, state agencies, and major supporters of the 4-H program.
The Academy provides teens with opportunities to share their 4-H experiences and success stories, while gaining leadership and citizenship skills for careers in public service, law, journalism, public relations, lobbying, and related fields.
Missouri Broadband Planning Guide
The Missouri Broadband Access Story Map seeks to show the wide inequity in access to broadband internet across the state of Missouri.
Missouri School of Journalism -- Broadband Coverage
News Coverage related to broadband funding and lack of broadband service in rural areas.
Ruby Bailey
Phone: (573) 882-6695
Website
309 Lee Hills Hall
Missouri School of Journalism
Columbia, mo 65211
Missouri Spatial Data Information Service
The Missouri Spatial Data Information Service is a internet based spatial data retrieval and archival system.
Missouri Telehealth Network
The Missouri Telehealth Network is a partner in the Heartland Telehealth Resource Center and works with health care organizations and other stakeholders to increase the knowledge of and use of telehealth.
MOREnet
MOREnet is both a data network as well as a human network providing assistance to Missouri’s public sector entities related to broadband infrastructure design and engineering, as well as expertise in federal broadband funding programs and policies.
Natasha Angell
Phone: (800) 509-6673
Website
221 N. Stadium Blvd.
Suite 201
Columbia, Missouri 65203
MOSourceLink
MOSourceLink is helping make Missouri the state for innovation between the coasts. MOSourceLink connects a network of 600+ statewide business-building resources to each other and to entrepreneurs.
MU Extension Assistance -- USDA Rural Development Telecom Funding Program
Assistance to County Commission related to USDA grant application for broadband infrastructure.
Mysidewalk
Healthy, thriving communities start with changemakers like you. mySidewalk gives you the tools and insights you need to build a better world with data.
National Digital Inclusion Alliance
A unified voice for local technology training, home broadband access and public broadband access programs.
National Telecommunications and Information Administration Grants Programs
NTIA administers grant programs that further the deployment and use of broadband and other technologies in America, laying the groundwork for sustainable economic growth; improved education, public safety, and health care; and the advancement of other national priorities.
Bryan Boots
Phone:
Website
National Telecommunications and Information Administration
1401 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, District of Columbia 20230
NISC
NISC is a leading provider of software solutions and services for utilities and telecoms.?NISC offers advanced, integrated solutions featuring automated workflows, electronic approvals, and more in areas billing & customer service, accounting, engineering & operations, meter data management, payment channels, cybersecurity and eServices /Apps.
Northeast Regional Broadband group
Broadband group for Northeast MU Extension locations
Oasis Connections
Oasis Connections has been teaching Missourians how to use technology since 2000 and about online safety since 2004. Our courses have safety and privacy lessons built in and 6 of the classes are focused solely on elements of safety and privacy.
Olsson
Olsson’s full suite of design and engineering services in telecommunications is focused on giving clients peace of mind. We ensure every client need is met, from conceptual planning and design through the final phases of construction.
PCs for People Kansas City
Affordable Computers & Low-Cost Internet for Nonprofits & Low-Income Families. Free Corporate E-Waste Recycling Service.
Pew Internet Research Center
Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world by conducting public opinion polling, demographic research, content analysis and other data-driven social science research.
Bryan Boots
Phone: (1202) 419-4300
Website
1615 L St. NW, Suite 800
Washington, District of Columbia 20036
Project Lead the Way
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is the leading provider of rigorous, relevant, and innovative Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education curricular programs in elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools (engineering; biomedical science; computer science) across the U.S.
David Hosick
Phone: (573) 341-4279
Website
206 Centennial Hall
300 W. 12th Street
Rolla, Missouri 65409
Reflection of Reality Community Cares
We connect community organizations, with the people in the community.
Regnier Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation
A UMKC institute that advances entrepreneurship and innovation, and inspires and nurtures entrepreneurs and innovators through transformational education and research, mentorship, and venture creation and launch facilitation.
Remote Electronic Access for Libraries Program (REAL)
The REAL program provides tax-supported public libraries discounts on Internet access, technical support, network security, training and other services.
Show-Me ECHO
Show-Me ECHO is a state-funded telehealth project operated by the Missouri Telehealth Network at the University of Missouri School of Medicine.
Strategic Planning Tool Development
Interviewed Regional Planning Commissions (RPCs) across Missouri about rural broadband efforts to develop strategic planning tools.
Synetic Technologies
Synetic Technologies, Inc. is the trusted resource for organizations that understand how important it is to ethically and securely dispose of IT assets at the end of their lifecycle.
The Beacon
News and local journalism from The Beacon, a non-profit online news outlet based in Kansas City, serving readers in Kansas and Missouri.
The Liberty Parks and Rec Community Services Division
The Liberty Parks and Rec Community Services Division supports local seniors in a variety of ways including Silver Center, Access Bus Transportation, Meals on Wheels, Volunteer Opportunities, Evidence Based Programs, Exercise Classes and more.
TigerWiFi
TigerWiFi is the University of Missouri Columbia’s internet network., Mizzou’s wireless network, is available in most campus buildings. The network is intended for academic purposes; therefore, it intentionally uses more stringent security standards than home WiFi to protect your personal and academic information.
Cathy Illingworth
Phone: (573) 882-4431
Website
University of Missouri / UM System Division of Information Technology
615 Locust St.
Columbia, Missouri 65211
Total Highspeed Internet Solutions
Total Highspeed Internet Solutions began in 2005 as a Wireless Internet Service Provider WISP. Today Total Highspeed serves 19 counties in Missouri and is building Fiber to the Home in many places in Missouri and Arkansas. Total Highspeed is a USDA ReConnect award recipient https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2020/01/28/usda-invests-61-million-bring-broadband-rural-missourians
UMKC Center for Neighborhoods
We engage, equip and empower volunteer leaders with the tools they need to address the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities in their neighborhoods and community. Center For Neighborhoods utilizes an asset-based community development (ABCD) methodology, which works to build communities from the inside out.
UMKC Selected Projects in Law, Technoology & Public Policy Course
Interdisciplinary graduate-level course in which teams of students and faculty from multiple academic disciplines work on civic and social entrepreneurship projects in collaboration with community members, community organizations and government.
Tony Luppino
Phone: (816) 235-6165
Website
UMKC School of Law
500 E. 52nd Street
Kansas City, MO 64110
UMKC University Libraries Electronic Resources
Internet based and digital resources
Mike Harrell
Phone: (816) 235-1673
Website
5100 Rockhill Road
Miller Nichols Library 204
Kansas City, MO 64110
UMSL - E-Governance in the Public Sector
Teaching Unit Course dedicated to managing information technology in the public sector.
UMSL College of Optometry - Telehealth
Telehealth has become a valuable option in our ability to reach patients in the age of pandemic. With St. Louis’ robust and ubiquitous broadband connectivity and reduced latency, we’re able to evaluate patients through HIPAA compliant audio-video platforms in synchronous fashion. This approach has improved our reach at Affinia Healthcare. Given UMSL’s College of Optometry is the only optometric program in the state, we assume a responsibility greater than being an anchor institute to our community. We assume a responsibility to serve all of Missouri, especially counties lacking access to eye care services. Given that those same counties likely lack broadband connectivity, our working model serves as example of how healthcare equity efforts through technology can close healthcare gaps.
University of Missouri - Division of Information Technology
Assists in remote support for internet applications used by University System
University of Missouri System - Office of eLearning
System Initiative to Promote eLearning throughout the region.
USDA Reconnect Loan and Grant Program
The Broadband ReConnect Program furnishes loans and grants to provide funds for the costs of construction, improvement, or acquisition of facilities and equipment needed to provide broadband service in eligible rural areas.
Vantage Point Solutions
Engineering and Consulting focused on rural broadband.
Wireless Networks & Intelligen Systems (WNIS) Lab MST
Wireless Networks and Intelligent Systems (WNIS) Lab at MST –Visible-light networking, as a new spectrum technologies
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