Our Mission
Computers4Kids is a non-profit after-school technology mentoring program for disadvantaged youth. We strive to improve low income youth's computer and learning skills through caring mentorship, structured training, a vibrant learning environment, and access to a computer at home. The program uses computers as a catalyst for youth to challenge themselves, become engaged in their own learning, and realize greater possibilities academically, professionally, and for their community.
Charlottesville and Albemarle students in grades seven through 12, who qualify for the federal lunch program, are eligible to join our program. While much of our focus is on our mentoring program, Computers4Kids also emphasizes after-school independent learning as well. Students using the lab when not meeting with their mentor enjoy workshops, structured activities, and other projects so that they may continue to learn new skills. All students in the program are eligible to earn a free home computer system and year of free internet access. Twice a year we have formal celebrations to honor Computers4Kids graduates.
Board of Directors
Computers4Kids would like to thank our Board of Directors for their support in making the program a success.| Charles "Cort" Abbott Retired |
Bruce Benson Albemarle Public Schools |
Steve Bowers Martha Jefferson Hospital |
Ken Boyd Boyd Financial Services |
| Patricia A. L. Byrne Consultant |
Blake DeMaso Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine |
Mark Giles, President Virginia National Bank |
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| Colin Learmonth Broadband Network Service, Inc. |
Mary MacIlwaine Virginia National Bank |
Rob McNamara Farmington Country Club |
Meredith Richards Director Emeritus |
Staff
Kala Somerville, Executive Director
kala@computers4kids.net
Michaela Tighe, Communications and Grants Manager
michaela@computers4kids.net
Dolly Joseph, Program Director
dolly@computers4kids.net
Kourtney Igbo, Learning Lab Manager
kourtney@computers4kids.net
Davina Fournier, Americorps VISTA Member
davina@computers4kids.net