FORT MYERS, Fla. - TelAve -- AT&T and Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County collaborated on a unique initiative that outfitted 150 local children and teens with new laptops as they prepare to start the 2026-27 school year.

On July 28, representatives from the Dallas-based telecommunications company distributed laptops at the nonprofit's Back-to-School Laptop Giveaway powered by AT&T.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County selected 150 local club members with financial need who exemplify values like academic excellence, consistent attendance, positive behavior, leadership potential and community service.

"We are absolutely thrilled to have collaborated with AT&T to make sure that our kids are ready to go back to school," said Denise Gergley, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County. "As our kids were notified that they were selected to be part of this laptop giveaway, it was nothing but smiles and joy. That's the way it should be. We want them to be excited to go back to school. For many of them, that laptop is a big investment for families. To be given that as a gift is such an amazing gesture, and our kids are eternally grateful."

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Boys & Girls Clubs operate an After-school Program and Summer Enrichment Program that offer homework assistance and tutoring services, as well as project-based learning activities, arts instruction, sports and recreation programs, and service and leadership projects. Clubs integrate technology into daily activities to enhance learning and play. Activities are designed for youth ages six through 18 and focus on five core areas: education and career, service and leadership, health and wellness, the arts, and sports and recreation.

AT&T has committed $5 billion by 2030 for its Bridging the Digital Divide initiative, which aims to help 25 million people get and stay connected to affordable, high-speed internet access and digital resources. Nationally, AT&T collaborates with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to enrich the lives of youth by increasing their access to digital programming that supports academic success, leadership and service, and healthy lifestyles. AT&T also invested in Boys & Girls Clubs of America's digital learning platform, MyFuture, which empowers youth by introducing them to entertaining, educational content relevant to skills necessary to succeed in school, work and life.