Concord, United States
California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF), founded in 2006, is a non-profit organization based in the United States committed to closing the Digital Divide in California. Its slogan, "It is only a matter of LEADERSHIP to say YES to a better future for all Californians," reflects its mission to facilitate broadband access in unserved and underserved communities.
CETF stands out nationally by tackling both "supply" and "demand" challenges to promote widespread high-speed Internet access. By convening diverse stakeholders, including elected officials, policymakers, and community-based organizations, CETF is a catalytic force striving for Digital Equity.
The organization concluded its first decade in 2017 and set ambitious goals in its 5-Year Strategic Plan for 2020, aiming for 98% deployment and 90% adoption rates. Recent funding from Charter Communications on 15 September 2023 highlights investor confidence in CETF’s impact. CETF focuses on institutionalizing Digital Inclusion policies in agencies, ensuring the benefits of broadband reach disadvantaged groups.
