Comcasts Donates Laptops to Graduating Foster Youth in Michigan 

50 students received laptops to support personal, professional and educational development 

Comcast surprised 50 students with laptops during the annual Michigan Teen Conference in Saginaw.  

In partnership with Samaritas, Comcast donated laptops to youth between 18- and 19-years-old graduating from Michigan’s foster care system. As the teens age out of the foster care system, they will no longer have access to a laptop through high school programs.    

“This incredible gift from Comcast is more than a donation—it’s a lifeline,” said Samaritas CEO, Dave Morin. “For young people aging out of foster care, the transition to adulthood can be overwhelming and isolating. This support allows us to expand our programs that provide housing assistance, mental health services and mentorship—critical tools that empower these young adults to build stable, successful futures. We’re deeply grateful for this partnership and what it means for the youth we serve.” 

The annual Michigan Teen Conference was held at Saginaw Valley State University and focused on supporting foster care children through team-building activities, workshops and networking opportunities supporting the development of critical independent living skills.   

“At Comcast, we believe in fostering a community where everyone has the chance to thrive,” said Jennifer Jambor, Community Impact Director, Comcast Heartland Region. “We’re proud of our partnership with Samaritas, and how we can work together to help students to fully participate in their education and prepare for their futures.” 

The laptop donation and event sponsorship are a part of Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion commitment to connect people to the internet, create digital opportunity, and build a future of unlimited possibilities.  

In Michigan, Comcast offers several programs to increase internet accessibility and skills training opportunities, including:  

• The Comcast Internet Essentials program provides low-cost, high-speed broadband service to eligible low-income households, connecting more than 1.3 million students, seniors, veterans and people with disabilities enrolled in a variety of government assistance programs, including the National School Lunch Program, Housing Assistance, Medicaid, the Federal Pell Grant program, SNAP, SSI, WIC, and others.  

• Comcast operates more than 60 Lift Zones across Michigan. Lift Zones are robust Wi-Fi hotspots in safe spaces where kids and adults can access free high-speed WiFi, learn digital skills, and participate in remote learning.  

• Comcast has donated millions of dollars in cash and in-kind donations to community-based organizations in Michigan over the last three years, helping more people connect to education, healthcare, jobs, and much needed resources. 

For more information on the Michigan Teen Conference, visit www.samaritas.org/MI-Teen-Conference.