Twin Lakes Empowers Communities with Over $112,000 in Technology Grants
Twin Lakes, the leading broadband provider in the Upper Cumberland, is proud to announce the recipients of its Twin Lakes Difference grants, totaling more than $112,000, benefiting more than 24 regional organizations. This initiative includes a $5,000 grant awarded in collaboration with the Foundation for Rural Services (FRS), underscoring Twin Lakes’ commitment to bridging the digital divide in rural Upper Cumberland communities. These community-based organizations range from schools, libraries, fire departments, economic development groups, and more.
Now in its 4th grant year, the Twin Lakes Difference grant program has significantly impacted over 70 organizations throughout the Upper Cumberland. These grants aim to enhance technological infrastructure, foster digital inclusion, and empower local initiatives.
“We are thrilled to continue our tradition of supporting community growth through technology grants,” says Jonathan West, CEO of Twin Lakes “In the rural Upper Cumberland communities we serve, these grants play a crucial role in fostering connectivity, education, and economic development. As we embark on this 4th grant year, we remain committed to empowering communities through communications and technology.”
Twin Lakes would like to thank the FRS for their time and efforts in assisting with the verification process of the 24 applications. The impact of these grants extends beyond immediate technological upgrades. They contribute to a broader vision of creating safer, more resilient and connected communities that thrive in the digital age. Twin Lakes looks forward to the significant impact these projects will have on our local communities now, and in the years to come.
The community grant program is offered annually through Twin Lakes and FRS, to sustain and enhance the quality of life in rural America. If you, or an organization you know, is interested in applying for grant funding, please contact your local Twin Lakes office for more information.
List of Awardees
- Allardt Volunteer Fire Department – Fentress County
- Better Cookeville – Putnam County
Awarded $3,802 to purchase access points and one year of Twin Lakes broadband service. - Cedar Lake Camp – Overton County
Awarded $4,650 to purchase access points and security cameras from Twin Lakes Security. - City of Cookeville – Putnam County
Awarded $4,320 to purchase 16 iPads for use in the Community Development Department. - Clarkrange High School – Fentress County
Awarded $4,700 to purchase (2) 3D printers with filament for student learning. - Clay County EMS – Clay County
Awarded $4,700 to purchase (4) Microsoft Surface computers, keyboards, and cases to provide on-board patient care in ambulances. - CRMC Charitable Foundation – Putnam County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase AAC speech tablets for non-verbal children and adults with autism or patients of stroke, cancer, or throat surgery as a means of communication. - Dodson Branch Elementary School – Jackson County
Awarded $4,999 to purchase mini-PC computers for the computer lab and (2) digital communication displays. - Dry Hollow Volunteer Fire Department – Overton County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase Motorola portable radios to improve communications during emergencies. - East 52 Volunteer Fire Department – Clay County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase a digital sign with trailer and generator for fire education and recruitment purposes. - Flynns Lick Fire Department – Jackson County
Awarded $4,740 to purchase handheld radios with paging abilities to improve communications during emergencies. - Friends of Charles Holland Library – Jackson County
Awarded $2,000 to purchase (4) Premium Business Chromebooks to increase effective communication. - Gainesboro Elementary School – Jackson County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase (30) all-in-one wireless printers and ink for special education classrooms in the Jackson County School System. - Highlands Foundation – Putnam County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase a VIBE smartboard to provide first-class display opportunities for community members, economic development pitches, and training. - Hilham Elementary School – Overton County
Awarded $4,500 to purchase IXL mathematics software for student Chromebooks and A ViewSonic Interactive Board to improve academic success. - Jackson County Imagination Library – Jackson County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase a projector, screen, speakers, and other supplies for a county-wide family movie night program. - Manna Global Missions – Putnam County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase computers, security equipment, and software for the El Puente Community Center. - Mountain Volunteer Fire & Rescue – Overton County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase new pagers for fire trucks. - New Colossus Academy – Putnam County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase (3) competitive robotic super kits, tournament fees, and storage equipment to increase project-based curriculum opportunities for students. - Overton County Fair – Overton County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase and install equipment necessary to stream live events. - Overton County Government – Overton County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase an electronic message center/marquee to improve community communications. - Prescott South Archery Team – Putnam County
Awarded $4,100 to purchase a laptop, scanner, and an online platform for real-time score tracking during tournaments to improve efficiency. - Timothy Volunteer Fire Department – Overton County
Awarded $5,000 to purchase a laptop computer and Twin Lakes broadband service to enhance training and aid in administrative duties. - WCTE – Putnam County
Awarded $5,000 to modernize its Emergency Alerting hardware with the purchase and integration of a Digital Alert System to continue to help keep the Upper Cumberland safe during emergencies.