INvets Receives $37,500 Grant from Comcast to Provide Digital Skills Training to Veterans in Indianapolis

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Comcast (NASDAQ: CMCSA) has awarded a $37,500 grant to INvets, an Indianapolis-based veteran support non-profit, as part of Project UP, Comcast's $1 billion digital opportunity initiative. The grant will support INvets' entrepreneurs' program in partnership with Venture Vets, providing veterans and military spouses with digital skills training.

The 2024 grant will fund educational sessions focusing on financial management systems, digital marketing, data analytics, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. The program includes technology upgrade stipends and guest speakers. INvets, which partners with over 600 corporate partners, helps veterans transition to civilian life by matching them with high-wage careers and apprenticeship programs in Indiana.

Comcast Indiana has invested more than $1.3 billion in the state over the last three years, including capital expenditures, employee wages, benefits, taxes, and infrastructure upgrades.

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• Part of larger $1 billion Project UP initiative showing strong commitment to community investment
• Expanding digital services and education programs, strengthening market presence
• Significant $1.3 billion investment in Indiana operations over past three years

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Grant funding supports entrepreneurship programming, educational sessions across in-demand industries

INDIANAPOLIS, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comcast today announced it has awarded a $37,500 grant to INvets, an Indianapolis-based non-profit that partners with veterans, their families, and communities to aid veterans transition to civilian life. Comcast's grant supports INvet's entrepreneurs' program, in partnership with Venture Vets, which provides veterans and military spouses with digital skills for launching and growing successful businesses.

"Digital skills play an essential role in navigating our daily lives, and we're honored to support INvets in their efforts to provide those skills to returning military members and their families," said Craig D'Agostini, regional vice president of Government External and Government Affairs at Comcast. "Closing the digital skills gap means ensuring access to high-speed internet and access to digital literacy education for all Hoosiers."

The 2024 grant will provide veterans and their families with educational sessions on financial management systems, digital marketing, data analytics, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. The grant will also support guest speakers, and a technology upgrade stipend to enable participants to utilize software from their learned systems. 

"Helping veterans transition to civilian life means providing them and their families with what they need to find meaningful employment to succeed and thrive in the communities they live," said Sarah Harrison, CEO, INvets. "Comcast's support will enable veterans we work with to learn critical digital skills, while ultimately strengthening Indiana's economy." 

This grant is a part of Project UP, Comcast's $1 billion commitment to providing digital opportunity and advancing economic mobility. Comcast partners with local community organizations to offer free Internet access via Lift Zones and support vital programs, which provide participants with digital literacy training and digital navigation services to expand their world with unlimited possibilities.

About INvets 
INvets is a nonprofit organization, founded by and run by veterans, dedicated to recruiting transitioning service members and their families from almost 40 military installations around the country, to Indiana.

INvets understands that transitioning from the military is not one person starting a new career, it is a life change for the whole family and potentially comes with a lot of stress. We work with over 600 corporate partners to match these transitioning military with high wage, high demand civilian careers, or apprenticeship programs for skilled trades that allow you to earn while you learn.

INvets will work to match your families' preferred lifestyles, needs, and wants, to communities in Indiana for you to call home.

The wrap around services INvets provides include reviewing and building your resumes, providing access to Happy LLC., to manage the stressors of transition, and we share the benefits Indiana offers to veterans. For example, no tax on military pensions, reserve, or guard pay, reductions in property tax and educational benefits to name a few.

INvets will meet you and your family where you are, by connecting you with a Veteran Engagement Manager who will collaborate with you for as long as you need, in order to get settled in your new civilian chapter in life. All for no cost.

About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.

About Comcast Indiana
With more than 1,100 local employees, Comcast Indiana (https://indiana.comcast.com/) has served customers in Indiana for more than four decades. In the last three years, we've invested more than $1.3 billion in Indiana, including capital expenditures, employee wages and benefits, taxes, charitable giving, and infrastructure upgrades. "Like" Comcast Indiana on Facebook by visiting @Comcast. "Follow" Comcast Indiana on X at @ComcastIN.

Press Contacts
Amy Pietzak
248-318-8905
amy_pietzak@comcast.com

Samantha VanHoef
734-478-7118
samantha_vanhoef@comcast.com 

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FAQ

How much is Comcast's grant to INvets and what will it fund in 2024?

Comcast's $37,500 grant will fund digital skills training, including financial management, digital marketing, data analytics, cybersecurity, and AI education for veterans and their families.

What is CMCSA's Project UP and how much is the total commitment?

Project UP is Comcast's $1 billion commitment to advancing economic mobility and providing digital opportunity through partnerships with local community organizations.

How many corporate partners does INvets work with for veteran employment?

INvets works with over 600 corporate partners to match transitioning military personnel with high-wage civilian careers and apprenticeship programs.

How much has CMCSA invested in Indiana over the past three years?

Comcast has invested more than $1.3 billion in Indiana over the last three years in capital expenditures, wages, benefits, taxes, and infrastructure upgrades.