Best Internet Providers in Spokane, WA

Spokane Internet Resources for Low-Income Families

Now, it’s expected that students complete homework, conduct research, communicate with instructors, and apply to college using a computer and the internet. Though Wi-Fi and computers make these activities possible, they remain inaccessible to families on the wrong side of the digital divide, the gap separating digital technology from a disproportionate number of low-income households. The following lists aim to connect Spokane families in need with affordable digital resources:

Discounted Distance Learning Devices in Spokane

• PCs for People: Low-income families in Spokane can purchase a professionally refurbished laptop, a low-cost internet plan, or both from the PCs for People online store Recipients of these discounted devices must demonstrate their eligibility by providing documentation showing they are under the 200 percent poverty level, or they are currently enrolled in a government assistance program.
• ConnectAll by InterConnection: Financially qualifying families in Spokane can purchase steeply discounted refurbished laptops, desktops, and low-cost internet plans through ConnectAll, an InterConnection store exclusively available to low-income shoppers.

If you aren’t eligible for one of the programs listed above, or you need to find a laptop right away, a used computer store in Spokane may have a great deal on a refurbished device. Look into one of the following Spokane businesses to find a professionally refurbished laptop at a lower cost than what you’d pay for a brand-new computer:

• Friendly Computers
• Recycle Techs

Remote Learning Programs and Virtual Child Care Centers in Spokane

• Spokane Public Library: Even when physical Spokane Public Library buildings are closed, you can still count on the Digital branch to remain open. Library cardholding students who live in Spokane can access hundreds of e-books, magazines, music downloads, research databases, and K-12 resource guides from the Digital branch for free, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• YMCA of the Inland Northwest: Active learners of all ages can enjoy virtual exercise classes for free by checking out the YMCA of the Inland Northwest’s YouTube channel for workout uploads. This YMCA facility also offers printable workouts and Facebook Live sessions for your kids to follow.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture: Thanks to the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture’s website, students don’t have to leave home to enjoy some of the museum’s exhibits. Curious learners can explore the museum’s online exhibits featuring textiles, photographs, paintings, and sculptures, each offering a unique historical and cultural perspective.
• Spokane STEM: Young scientists, mathematicians, engineers, and techies can browse through the free virtual resources curated by Spokane STEM. Between the at-home activity book, coding instructions, and STEM-inspired reading list, there are hours worth of learning material to keep young innovators at home far from boredom.
• Priority Spokane: A partnership between Gonzaga University and Priority Spokane makes free K-12 tutoring available to qualifying low-income learners. Students are connected with a Gonzaga student or retired educator in the Spokane area and meet online through Zoom. 

Free Wireless Internet Access in Spokane

• Open WiFi Spots Map of Free Wi-Fi Hotspots in Spokane
• Wifimap.io Map of Free Wi-Fi Hotspots in Spokane
• Washington State Drive-In Wi-Fi Hotspots Location Finder

The Washington State Department of Commerce has created Drive-in Wi-Fi hotspots to accommodate residents who lack internet access at home. The following establishments in Spokane provide free, publicly accessible Wi-Fi you can connect to from the parking lot:

• North Spokane Library
• Indian Trail Branch Library
• Argonne Library
• Moran Prairie Library
• Holmes Elementary

If you don’t have internet access in your home, you can still use free hotspots located throughout Spokane. Take a look at our free Wi-Fi coverage map below to learn more about the various locations providing free Wi-Fi in Spokane:

Free Wireless Internet Access in Spokane, WA

705 West 1st Ave

Spokane, WA 99201

N. 668 Riverpoint Blvd

Spokane, WA 99202

502 East Boone Avenue

Spokane, WA 99202

1118 North Washington Street

Spokane, WA 99201

13518 E Indiana Avenue

Spokane Valley, WA 99216

E 9103 Frederick

Millwood, WA 99206

611 East Indiana Avenue

Spokane, WA 99207

6719 East Rutter Avenue

Spokane, WA 99212

3939 N Freya

Spokane, WA 99207

2426 N. Discovery Place

Spokane, WA 99216