$6.1M
Broadband Expansion Brings Local Connectivity, New Services and
Community Support to Greenwood
GREENWOOD, S.C., May 23, 2025
/PRNewswire/ -- Comcast has completed an American Rescue Plan
Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds grant expansion project,
with a $6.1 million program subsidy,
in Greenwood, South Carolina. The
network expansion brings Internet, mobile and security services
from Xfinity and Comcast Business to residents and
businesses for the first time.
"Expanding broadband access in South
Carolina is critical for supporting education, business
growth and community development," said Jim
Stritzinger, Director, SC Broadband Office with the South
Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff. "We are excited about the
advancements in connectivity to Greenwood, enabling more residents and
businesses to thrive in the digital age."
To celebrate the launch, Comcast hosted a ribbon-cutting
ceremony at the Boys & Girls Club of the Lakelands Region,
followed by a community block party. During the event, Comcast and
local leaders surprised 50 high school students with free laptops,
helping ensure more young people have the tools they need to
succeed in a connected world.
In addition to the laptop giveaway, Comcast surprised the Boys
& Girls Club with a $10,000
donation to support digital literacy courses that will be held on
site. The company also announced the Club will become one of
Comcast's newest Lift Zones, providing free WiFi and access to
essential technology resources to help young people get online,
complete schoolwork, develop digital skills, and prepare for the
future.
The event marked another chapter in Comcast's ongoing
partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of the Lakeland Region.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Comcast provided a
$10,000 grant to support the club's
recovery and restoration efforts – helping the organization
continue serving youth and families during a critical time for the
Greenwood community.
The laptop giveaway is part of Project UP, the company's
$1 billion commitment to create
digital opportunity through programs and community partnerships
that connect people to the Internet, advance economic mobility and
open doors for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs,
storytellers and creators.
The celebration continued with a community block party including
music by DJ Tim-E, snow cones from Kona
Ice, food from On The Run BBQ food truck, face painting and
a 360-photo booth. Xfinity representatives were on hand to share
information about Internet Essentials, the nation's largest
broadband adoption initiative for income-constrained families.
Internet Essentials provides low-cost broadband service, digital
literacy training and discounted computers.
"As we bring new services to Greenwood, we are proud to invest in the
community's digital future," said Mike
McArdle, Comcast Regional Senior Vice President. "From
reliable broadband access to Lift Zones and laptop donations, our
goal is to create meaningful opportunities that empower families
and businesses."
A Network You Can Trust to be Reliable, Fast and
Secure
Comcast's state-of-the-art network is built to enable
residents and businesses to thrive in today's connected world.
Greenwood joins the 64 million
homes and businesses across the country to have access to a network
that is trusted by essential community organizations like
hospitals, schools, transportation systems and first responders. It
delivers multi-gigabit Internet speeds with 99.9 percent
reliability and security built from the ground up to keep customers
safe from cyber threats.
"Comcast's expansion is a gamechanger for Greenwood. Reliable internet access fuels our
economy, supports education and connects our community to resources
that are essential in today's world," said Mayor Brandon Smith. "We are grateful for Comcast's
commitment to Greenwood and
excited for the opportunities this expansion brings."
Introducing Xfinity for Greenwood Residents
Comcast's
residential services are marketed under the Xfinity and NOW brands
and consumers in Greenwood can
take advantage of Xfinity's and NOW's full suite of products,
including Internet, video, mobile, voice and home
security. With multi-gigabit Internet speeds, powerful WiFi able to
reach every corner of the home, and super-responsive connections
with low lag available with its plan, customers have a great
experience using their connected devices to stream their favorite
sports and entertainment content, video chat with coworkers and
friends, learn from home or simply surf the web.
Comcast Business to Power Businesses in Greenwood
For local businesses, Comcast
Business offers a suite of connectivity, communications,
networking, cybersecurity, wireless, and managed solutions to help
organizations of all sizes achieve their business goals. Industry
analysts and associations have consistently recognized Comcast
Business as a leader and innovator in flexible, scalable options as
well as one of the fastest-growing providers of Ethernet
services.
What it Means for the Greenwood
Community
Comcast's commitment to communities goes
beyond building the network and aims to increase economic mobility
for the local community and its residents. Over the past three
years, Comcast has invested $1.3M in
cash and in-kind donations into South
Carolina nonprofits focused on helping people build digital
skills, expanding Lift Zones, and funding connectivity and Internet
adoption programs.
Comcast's presence in Greenwood
will continue this summer as the company serves as the main stage
sponsor for the city's popular Festival of Discovery in July.
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.
Press Contacts:
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(470) 322-0332
https://south.comcast.com/
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