Best Internet Providers in Louisville, KY

Louisville Internet Resources for Low-Income Families

Why is it so important for people to have access to computers and other internet devices? According to a report commissioned by the city of Louisville, 78 percent of middle-skill jobs require digital skills, and 79 percent of people look for jobs using the internet. Therefore, it’s essential that everyone can enjoy affordable equipment, educational child care services, and free Wi-Fi — especially our low-income neighbors who need them the most. The following resources in the Louisville area will help you gap the digital divide:

Discounted Distance Learning Devices in Louisville

• City of Louisville: Louisville Metro Government and 10 other partnering agencies, including the Louisville Metro Housing Authority, KentuckianaWorks, and the Louisville Free Public Library, are working together to promote digital inclusion. The city’s Digital Inclusion Plan aims to expand internet access and deliver 100 affordable computers per yearly quarter to low-income families. Call 502-574-4444 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. for more information.
• Jefferson County Public Schools: In order to facilitate distance learning and academic success, parents of students who need an internet device can request a free Chromebook from their child’s school. Just sign into your Jefferson County Public Schools Parent Account and fill out a request form.
• PCs for the People: PCs for the People is a non-profit that has delivered over 150,000 refurbished laptops, desktops, and other equipment to families in need. Recipients must fall below the 200 percent poverty level or be enrolled in a government assistance program to qualify.

Louisville residents who don’t qualify for any of the programs listed above still have other options. For example, you can support your local businesses and purchase a refurbished or recycled device from a trusted retailer in the area. Here are some of our recommended vendors:

• Simtechs
• Uptech Computer
• Computer Outlet

Remote Learning Programs and Virtual Child Care Centers in Louisville

• Speed Art Museum: Known colloquially as “The Speed” by Louisville residents, the Speed Art Museum is the oldest, largest, and foremost museum of art in the entire state of Kentucky. The online resources include art tutorials, artwork explorations, and much more, all for free!
• The Parklands of Floyd Forks: The Parklands is a subdivision of Louisville's parks system, teaching residents about the outdoors and engaging them in the preservation of natural resources. The Education Staff team maintains a virtual classroom where visitors can enjoy a free curriculum with worksheets and videos about the natural world.
• Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory: The Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory showcases the history of Louisville Slugger baseball bats and American baseball in general. The free Virtual Museum is your one-stop place for artifacts and photos from the archives, fun articles, videos, and much more.
• Louisville Free Public Library: The Louisville Free Public Library system encourages people of all ages to participate in the joy of reading and education. The virtual programming, available free of charge with a library card, includes thousands of e-books, downloadable audiobooks, and lots more.
• StageOne Louisville: StageOne Louisville is a community organization that believes in making the theatre and performing arts accessible to everyone. The virtual channel hosts free livestream performances and other creative digital experiences every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m.

Free Wireless Internet Access in Louisville

• WifiMap.io Free Louisville Wi-Fi Map
• OpenWifiSpots Louisville Free Wi-Fi Directory
• Foursquare Louisville Wi-Fi Locations

Patrons of the Louisville Free Public Library system can enjoy a complimentary wireless connection at any branch of the library system. Whether you’re inside one of the buildings or outside in the parking lot, you’re good to go as long as you’re getting a signal on your wireless device. Below are some participating free Wi-Fi locations around Louisville:

• Main Louisville Public Library
• Bon Air Library
• Crescent Hill Library
• Fairdale Library
• Highlands-Shelby Park Library

Jefferson County Public Schools are also doing their part to keep community members connected to the internet. You can choose to use the “JCPL Public” network for free at any campus or borrow a hotspot and bring the internet to your home. If you don’t belong to a school in the district, you can find other locations offering free Wi-Fi in the area using our free Wi-Fi map below:

Free Wireless Internet Access in Louisville, KY

1306 Evergreen Rd

Louisville, KY 40223

3340 Robin Rd

Louisville, KY 40213

3516 Breeland Ave

Louisville, KY 40241

2001 Newburg Rd

Louisville, KY 40205

108 N Chadwick Rd

Louisville, KY 40223

3907 Brookfeild Ave

Louisville, KY 40207

124 Blue Ridge Rd

Louisville, KY 40223

59 Corporate Dr

Danville, KY 40243

3605 Fern Valley Road

Louisville, KY 40219

2913 Cambridge Rd

Louisville, KY 40220