City Connect
City Connect is SLC’s flagship Digital Equity initiative that activates public WIFI hotspots in community centers and parks throughout the City.
Free WIFI Locations
| Sorenson Unity Center | 1383 S 900 W |
| Liberty Park Youth City Center | 900 S 700 E |
| Ottinger Hall | 233 N Canyon Road |
| Fairmont Park | 1040 E Sugarmont Dr |
| Washington Square | 451 S State Street |
Home Internet Resources
| INTERNET PROVIDERS | MONTHLY FEE | SPEED | WHERE TO SIGN UP & ELIIBILITY |
| Internet-Essentials Xfinity/Comcast | $9.95/month | 50 Mbs to 100 Mbps | 855-8701311 internetessentials.com You’re eligible to participate if you (or someone in your household) meet one of the following requirements:  Your entire household income is at or below twice the federal poverty level (for example, $60,000/year for a family of four, $29,160/year for an individual).  You participate in certain federal assistance programs such as SNAP/EBT (Food Stamps), Medicaid, Lifeline, or free and reduced-price school lunch and breakfast. |
| Verizon Forward Program & Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) | Up to one $30/month subsidy for each eligible household Up to one $75/month subsidy for each eligible household on Tribal lands | 300+ Mbps | The Verizon Forward Program is a discount Verizon offers to provide internet access to our customers who are enrolled in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). With ACP and Verizon Forward Program customers can get free internet service. No hidden fees. No equipment charges. 1-800-922-0204 https://www.verizon.com/home/internet/acp/free-internet |
| Google Fiber Neighborhood 100 | $20/month | 100 Mbs | 877-312-6754 fiber.google.com/neighborhood100 Household income must be $40,000/year or less |
| Rise Broadband | Starts at $45/month plus tax (equipment & installation fees may apply) | 250 Mbs | 844-866-0699 risebroadband.com |
| CenturyLink | Starts at $50/month plus tax (equipment & installation fees may apply) | 100 Mbs | 866-963-6665 centurylink.com |
Cellular Internet Resources
| PROVIDERS | COST | WHERE TO SIGN UP |
| SLC Main Library 210 E 400 S | Free 3-week Internet Hotspot checkout Requires placing a hold on the hotspot with a SLC Library Card | (801) 524–8200 slpl.org |
| AT&T T-Mobile Verizon Xfinity/Comcast | Call or visit a AT&T; T-Mobile, Verizon or Xfinity store for prices and details of various Cellular Hotspot plans. | AT&T (800) 288-2020 T-Mobile: (800) 937-8997 Verizon: (800) 922-0204 Xfinity: (855) 870-1311 |
Low-Cost Computers
| PROVIDERS | COST | MORE INFO |
| Xfinity | Internet Essentials customers have the option to purchase a new Dell laptop or Chromebook for just $149.99 + tax. If you are interested, follow the easy steps below. | https://www.xfinity.com/low-cost-computer |
| PCs for People | Specializes in refurbished laptop and desktop computers. Laptops cost $125. | PCs for People |
SLC Public Library Branches & Computer Labs
| Main | 210 E 400 S |
| Anderson-Foothill | 135 S 2100 E |
| Chapman | 3577 S 900 W |
| Corinne & Jack Sweet | 455 F Street (9th Ave) |
| Day-Riverside | 1575 W 1000 N |
| Glendale | 1375 S Concord |
| Marmalade | 280 W 500 N |
| Sprague | 2131 S 1100 E |
Community Resources
Sign up for a Library Card to access BrainFuse HelpNow
An on demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning service provided by the SLC Library. SLC Library card required to access. To sign up for a library card, go here.
HelpNow’s features include:
- Homework Help Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.
- Skills-Building Choose your topic to receive real-time help.
- Personalized eLearning Tools My File Sharing, My Session Replay, My Tutoring Archive, My Tests Archive, and more!
- 24-Hour Writing Lab Submit essays and other forms of writing for constructive feedback.
- Homework Send Question Submit homework questions for expert guidance.
- Adult Learning Center Access a library of rich adult learning content (GED) and live, professional assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more!
- Foreign Language Lab /Spanish-Speaking Support
YouthCity
YouthCity fosters positive youth development in Salt Lake City, by providing out of school opportunities for social, emotional, skills, character, and citizenship development in an inclusive and caring environment. YouthCity serves Salt Lake City’s young people from kindergarten to age 19 with innovative and enriching activities created with input from participants. The programs are located throughout Salt Lake City, where young people can have fun while learning new skills.
Sorenson Community Campus
Located in the Glendale neighborhood of Salt Lake City, the Sorenson Community Campus houses a variety of programs and amenities in the Sorenson Muti-Cultural Center and the Sorenson Unity Center, including a public computer lab.
Salt Lake City School District
Stay up to date on the latest news from the SLC School District, including information on remote learning: https://www.slcschools.org/.
Last Updated 8/24/2023