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Last October, over 800 students from the Santa Rosa Schools District
@SRCSchools
lost their homes, while others suffered loss and trauma from the
#NorthBayFires
. This
#ComcastCaresDay
we focused on ways to help support those students and their families.
We're transforming 20
@OaklandOPR
centers into
#LiftZones
, which are safe community spaces w/ free Internet. We also surprised 1,000 students with a free laptop & 1 year of free Internet through
#InternetEssentials
. Guess which Olympian is helping us close the
#DigitalDivide
?!
"While the power to your home may be on, parts of our network that provide your Xfinity service may be in areas where the commercial power is unavailable, thereby leading to a disruption of service."
#PGEShutOff
Read more at
@nbcbayarea
“The Modesto community has a lot of need, and the
@ModestoGospelM
offers a hot meal to eat, a safe place to sleep, and a chance to get back on your feet.” This May 4th, it's time to give back to the
@ModestoGospelM
through the 18th annual
#ComcastCaresDay
“I felt different. I didn't look American, and yet I sounded American.” Comcaster, Jenny Gendron, shares how her relationship with her identity has changed as she's grown to understand the complexities of being an immigrant. Full video:
As we say goodbye to 2019, take a peek at our year in review. Thank you, California, for a great year and best wishes for a prosperous and connected 2020!
This
#ComcastCaresDay
we're contributing more than $300,000 to develop the New Santa Rosa Integrated Wellness Center supporting over 800 students and families who lost their homes in the North Bay Fires.The center will provide services including emotional and academic support.
Reign Free, Founder and CEO of The Red Door, shares how
@OpportunityFund
helped her business thrive. We are proud to help small businesses like Reign's! Learn more about our donation to the Opportunity Fund,
Yesterday, Russia and Saudi Arabia kicked off this summer's soccer games. Hear from Bay Area influencers on how best to experience it on X1.
#ExpertoFutbolero
In recognition of the first graduating class from Santa Rosa High School since the
#NorthBayFires
, we're giving Santa Rosa High School a makeover just in time for their grad ceremony in partnership w/ the
@SRCSchools
. We're honored to help these students w/ the grad they deserve!
For the 5th year now, our Comcast team surprised some of our customers with hand-selected gifts to celebrate Festive Fleet. Learn more about Festive Fleet and hear about 3 of the families we surprised this year at our blog.
We take a look back at last year's wildfires that devastated the Santa Rosa community and how Comcast Cares Day and its volunteers have left a lasting impact with the school district and its children
Congratulations to
#LeadersandAchievers
scholarship winner and
@lodiusd
graduate, Chalyn Valdez. She was the secretary of her Key club and is now off to UCLA! Way to go Chalyn!
It took a lot of courage for these women to share their business ideas for the
@comcastbusiness
Pitch Competition at the
@CourageToEarn
retreat! Read about the three winning ideas in our most recent blog:
We're reiterating our commitment to Santa Maria through creating more jobs, investing in the community and working with our local partners like
@SMVCC
and
@City_SantaMaria
. Take a look at our new store opening in Santa Maria w/
@kikinfg
&
@FerCevallosF
.
For the last 3 years, Comcast has celebrated the holiday season with Festive Fleet. Throughout the country, our technicians thank customers, especially those who might need a little extra holiday spirit! See some stories from California here:
On July 13th, Comcast and the Asian American Journalists Association, San Francisco Chapter
@aajasf
, are hosting HELLA ASIAN. Taking place at the Impact Hub Oakland, the fundraiser feats. live performances by Asian American storytellers & much much more!
Congratulations to
@NatomasUSD
graduate, Chidinma! She has been awarded a
#LeadersandAchievers
scholarship for her many efforts both academically and voluntarily. We know that she will continue to make a positive impact on her community as she continues her education!
We are so impressed by this
#LeadersandAchievers
winner, Arecci Carreon Gil! She has developed her leadership skills through basketball, Key Club and other activities during her time at Reedley HS. Now she’s off to continue her education! Congrats!
Last Saturday, hundreds of seniors from
#Paradise
High School came to their campus for the first time since the fire broke to revitalize the school as part of
#ComcastCaresDay
. Check out the coverage via
@ActionNewsNow
It's
#BlackBusinessMonth
! We'll be thinking about the Black Joy Parade's Icons Among Us all month. 3 community leaders were awarded this title for their innovative work and business-savvy minds. Find out how they've supported the Oakland community here:
Eric Waller, a graduate from
@claytonvalley
, contributed to his community through volunteer work with local youth and even organized a Cure for Breast Cancer Run-a-thon! We are so impressed by his achievements and are honored to award him with a
#LeadersandAchievers
scholarship.
Annika Tamaki was the founder of Eco Club at
@Sheldon_HS
where she helped bring environmental awareness to the school's student body and is also the winner of our
#LeadersandAchievers
Scholarship! We can't wait to see what else she accomplishes!
The North Bay Fires impacted communities, families & businesses but its effects were also felt in the local environment. That's why this
#ComcastCaresDay
we're partnering w/
@arborday
to plant nearly 400 trees in Santa Rosa where fires damaged almost 90% of the landscape.
We are pleased to award a
#LeadersandAchievers
scholarship to
@NorthSalinasHS
graduate, Angie Hernandez! She has made efforts to better her community through volunteer work with the Blue Zones Project. Congratulations Angie!
#LeadersandAchievers
scholarship winner, Cruz Soto has a passion for science. He's dedicated years to Science Olympiad and encourages others to cultivate their passion for science too! We look forward to seeing what this
@fresnounified
graduate accomplishes at
@MIT
next year!
🚨 Holiday Gift Guide Alert!
Looking for ways to stay cozy & warm this winter? Karter L'Rose Candle Company has got you covered with gifts for you & your loved ones. Karter L'Rose is a black and woman-owned small business with an online storefront at
We're counting down the days until
#NewYears
! 🎉
With 2023 around the corner, Comcast California is rewinding some of our favorite memories with our local partners & communities in our year-end video. Read more about our 2022 highlights on the blog:
Congratulations to
#LeadersandAchievers
winner, Clariss Bolanos! This
@SMUHSD
student worked hard in school and even volunteered in Latin America with
@AMIGOS_Americas
facilitating leadership workshops for local youth!
For each of the last four years Comcast employee, Edwen Latu, has organized over 400 volunteers from his community to volunteer for
#ComcastCaresDay
Find out how the experience inspires him and his community below each year:
We're proud to have business owners like Monisha represent the
#ComcastRISE
program. Congrats
@scentandfire
on your tech makeover win! BIPOC small business owners apply before May 7 for your chance to receive support for your business. Learn more & apply:
Diane Carbray, President/CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Fresno County, discusses the
#digitaldivide
in the Central Valley. She shares how Comcast's Lift Zones, which provide free WiFi in safe spaces, are helping students stay connected. Read more
@TBJFresno
:
.
@TalliosCoffee4u
applied for the Comcast RISE initiative and was awarded marketing consultation for their business. BIPOC small business owners have until February 7 to apply for marketing, creative, media, and technology services through Comcast RISE:
Meilyn Wong, a graduate of
@SanJoseUnified
, has a bright future ahead of her! She excelled in various activities like Key Club, SkillsUSA and volleyball. We’re proud to award her with a
#LeadersandAchievers
scholarship! Congrats!
Forever Diamonds
@eastmegan3
is a jewelry store in San Jose that received a 30-second TV commercial production from Comcast's RISE initiative. Don't forget to apply by this Sunday, February 7! Find the application here:
Comcast Provides Free Internet and Video Services at Evacuation Centers and Cal Fire’s Command Center to Help Residents and Emergency Personnel Stay Connected and Informed During the Camp Fire
The application for the
#ComcastRISE
Investment Fund closes tomorrow at 11:59 pm EST. People of color owned businesses in Oakland can apply for a $10K monetary grant to help their business goals. Learn more:
Everyone’s Fairy Gaymother
@DanaPiccoli
interviewing
@taylorsbarrett
at the San Francisco Xfinity store as part of Comcast’s pre-Pride celebration. Check out the interview at Pridecast podcast available on iTunes.
#SFPride
#XfinityLGBTQ
Tulare Union HS graduate, Jaci Maze, says, “Generating innovative ideas and coordinating events have always characterized my leadership style.” She showcased this in track, soccer, class council and more. Congrats to another
#LeadersandAchievers
winner!
Stop by the
#Xfinity
Booth (McAllister & Larkin streets) following the
@SFPride
parade to meet the Grand Marshals, cast members & writers of
@VIDA_STARZ
! 🏳️🌈
This
#MLK
weekend, 25 women from 14 states gathered at California's Comcast headquarters in the
@VisitTriValley
area to participate in the
@CourageToEarn
retreat. We are delighted to be in the company of such powerful and strong women pursuing their dreams
#moreretreat
We are still celebrating
#Pride
month & here in CA we partnered with Internet personality
@DanaPiccoli
to host a LIVE in-store recording of her final
#Pridecast
episode. On Sunday, we brought the
@mammamiamovie
themed float to the
#SFPride
parade:
#LeadersandAchievers
winner Julia Matteucci says she will use her scholarship to further her education and continue to make a difference in her community. Now this
@CNECBroncos
grad is off to Grand Canyon University to fulfill her goal of becoming a nurse! Congrats Julia!
2023's Black Joy Parade was legendary. Since its inception, Comcast has been a proud sponsor of
@blackjoyparade
& partner of the Icons Among Us initiative. Relive the magic with us as we continue to honor, celebrate, and amplify
#blackjoy
! Until next year, Oakland... ✨
Congratulations to Tower Blendz of Fresno for being a
#ComcastRISE
recipient! RISE is a program that supports BIPOC-owned small businesses through various tools and resources. The deadline for this round of applications is May 7, don't miss your chance!
Lunar New Year is all about community, culture, and celebration🏮🐇 To ring in the
#YearoftheRabbit
, Comcast celebrated with the SF Chinatown community, participating in the iconic parade & supporting small businesses at the festival. Relive the magic of the new year with us:
Congrats to
@SeasideHigh
Class of 2020 graduate, Justin Bui! He is being awarded a
#LeadersandAchievers
scholarship for his dedication to academics, volunteerism and extra-curriculars. Some of which include: American Red Cross, National Honors Society and Language Immersion Club.
Oakland Roots Sports Club (
@oaklandrootssc
) announces a new partnership with Xfinity as their Official Broadband Service Provider Sponsor today. Read more here:
In case FOMO has got you down, you can relive the excitement from the Xfinity California Drone Speed Challenge - Level 2 at Golden 1
@Golden1Center
from last week.
#XfinityDroneRace18
We are aware that customers are experiencing a service disruption in the Mountain View area. Our crews are on site and are working hard to restore services as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and for being a Comcast customer.
We're constantly working to improve the inclusive representation of our employees in addition to our customers. Later this month, we will launch the African American Employee Resource Group, BEN in CA. Hear 6 different perspectives on its implementation 👇
Small Business Week is here! To celebrate we're featuring 3 small businesses that are
#ComcastRISE
recipients. If you are a BIPOC-owned small business in need of support, apply for this round of the RISE program before May 7!
Looking for ways to maximize your mobile experience? 📱 ✨
Tech expert
@AndruEdwards
breaks down the latest mobile releases and deals in his video reviewing the Galaxy S23 series and Xfinity Mobile services. Learn more and view the full video on our blog:
Take a visit to Biola, CA with Comcast. Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of being joined by elected officials, community advocates and families to announce our recent investment within the community. Read more here:
As emergency personnel continue to fight the
#KincadeFire
and evacuation shelters open their doors to affected residents. We hope to help everyone stay connected during this time by opening 12,000 Xfinity WiFi hotspots to everyone, including non-Xfinity customers.
We had a great day
@OaklandOPR
. Thank you
@swimone
for helping us surprise the students and for teaching them to always go after their dreams. To learn more about
#LiftZones
in Oakland, read our blog:
Today’s the day! Millennial Tech and Change begins at 9:00 AM. Stay tuned for perspectives from key thought leaders on SmartCities, social impact, women in tech and finally the results of the pitch for purpose.
#MillennialsTechChange
Wish you could’ve made it to
#LTXFest19
this year? Well, here’s a sneak peek at the amazing event! Check out our blog for the full-length video &
@ByClaudya
’s takeaways!
We had the privilege to present each student in the Paradise HS Class of '19 with a laptop. These laptops will help them enhance their college experiences and careers once they graduate.
#ComcastCaresDay
strives to help these students not only today, but in their near futures.
Over 400 California small businesses owned by people of color, and now women, have benefited from the free Comcast RISE marketing and technology upgrades. Learn how your businesses can receive these awards and find a RISE business near you
Meet Judi Townsend AKA Mannequin Queen & CEO of local biz, Mannequin Madness in Oakland. Judi is a 3x RISE Recipient & encourages all
#diverseowned
SMBs to apply for one of the 100 $10K grants being offered by Comcast RISE.
Apply from now until Oct. 16 at
.
@DanaPiccoli
's third episode of her podcast series,
#Pridecast
is here! This episode is all about small town Prides with big hearts. Next week is the finale which she recorded live at our SF event last night! Take a look.
#pride
#SFPride
#fairygaymother