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Wilmington Internet Resources for Low-Income Families

Finding internet resources for low-income families in the Wilmington area can be challenging. While large cities enjoy a generous assortment of low-income programs and associations, small communities sometimes exhibit a shortage of these types of helpful organizations. So, we assembled this list of discounted devices, remote learning programs and free Wi-Fi locations in Wilmington to help you locate places that offer these services.

Discounted Distance Learning Devices

• PCs For People: PCs for People collect otherwise discarded computers and laptops, refurbish them, and redistribute them to low-income individuals in the Wilmington area. These devices can cost anywhere from free to $150, depending on your level of need.
• Kramden Institute: Supplying refurbished desktop and laptop computers to over 83 counties in North Carolina, including New Hanover County, Kramden Institute allows low-income individuals to apply for digital devices through the Technology Access Program. At $50 for desktops and $100 for laptops, this program makes the internet accessible to almost anyone. Teachers can also nominate students through the Kramden Tech Scholars program for free desktop computers.
• InterConnection: Connecting more than 300,000 people across 40 different countries since its start almost 20 years ago, InterConnection supplies computers and laptops at discounted rates. Low-income families in Wilmington can purchase these devices through InterConnection’s ConnectAll platform.

For remote learning, a refurbished laptop or computer can achieve the same results as a new device. Find discounts on refurbished devices by exploring the selection at some of these local businesses in Wilmington:

• Island Computer Systems
• BILZI MAC
• Computer Warriors

Remote Learning Programs and Virtual Child Care Centers

• Wilmington Memorial Library: The Wilmington Memorial Library provides free access to various internet resources and activities for kids, including CreativeBug art video tutorials, Hoopla electronic media, and Kanopy documentaries. Anyone can access these platforms with their free public library card. Beyond these programs, the library also hosts several virtual events focused on clubs, game nights, and even baby time. Search the calendar of events for these experiences and more.
• YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina: As a cornerstone of community involvement, the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina offers a variety of free virtual classes to keep your children active. Members also have access to a variety of afterschool programs, day camps, and other virtual activities for children. You can receive a significant discount on YMCA membership by filling out the online application or downloading and submitting the physical paperwork.
• New Hanover County Schools (NHCS): The NHCS system catalogs all of its remote learning resources, activities, and guides in one place. Here, you can explore curricula for different age groups, ranging from elementary school to high school. Some of the topics covered in this directory include physical education, math, art, technical education, science, and English, just to name a few. There are also interactive guides and activities for children with disabilities available here.

Free Wireless Internet Access in Wilmington

As a part of the NHCS Wi-Fi Drive-Up Access initiative, several buildings across the school district provide free Wi-Fi for public access. You can find these public Wi-Fi networks under the network name “NHC_FreeWifi” when you’re within range. Alternatively, the following are some county-owned locations that are also part of this project:

• Health and Human Services (1650 Greenfield Street)
• Register of Deeds (320 Chestnut Street)
• Downtown Library Story Park (corner of Third and Chestnut streets)
• Cape Fear Museum Park (corner of Market and 8th streets)
• NHC Government Center, south parking lot (230 Government Center Drive)
• Northeast Public Library, parking area on the left side (1241 Military Cutoff Road)

Discover additional public Wi-Fi locations in Wilmington by exploring our free Wi-Fi map below. Here, you’ll find markers for each site, icons indicating the location type, and even the address for that spot:

Free Wireless Internet Access in Wilmington, NC

108 Cinema Dr

Wilmington, NC 28403

320 Chestnut St

Wilmington, NC 28401

613 Shipyard Blvd

Wilmington, NC 28412

316 Princess St

Wilmington, NC 28402

721 Market St

Wilmington, NC 28401

1200 N 23rd St

Wilmington, NC 28401

3311 Burnt Mill Dr

Wilmington, NC 28401

3240 Burnt Mill Dr

Wilmington, NC 28401

2390 Carolina Beach Rd

Wilmington, NC 28401

13 S Kerr Ave

Wilmington, NC 28405