Fibrus Community Fund Cumbria

The Fibrus Community Fund Cumbria was established by Fibrus in 2023 to address digital poverty and support the work of communities in particular areas of Cumbria, providing access to digital technology for the most vulnerable. Fibrus recognises that the most vulnerable in our community can sometimes get left behind when it comes to accessing modern technology. Having the ability to access the internet can open a range of opportunities for individuals and communities especially when it comes to education, employment, and socialising. The Fund offers technology grants to enable people to stay connected, whether it is young people staying connected to online resources for school, or elderly people ordering groceries and video calling family. Grants support community groups and organisations in eligible areas to provide access to digital technology for the most vulnerable in their community, with a particular focus on older people aged 60 years and older and young people aged 18 years and under. Projects may include providing access to digital devices such as laptops, tablets, iPads, and smartphones through community loan facilities, strengthening the ability of individuals to use digital services through training workshops or courses, and providing access to enhance connections with others through community-use internet hubs or internet cafés.