Salinas, Calif. (KION-TV): On Thursday afternoon, Salinas nonprofits were named 2022 PGA TOUR Charity of the Year.
Loaves, Fishes and Computers were stunned by the recognition from Steve John, CEO and Tournament Director of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation.
“The LFC will provide particularly meaningful technology and digital literacy assistance that serves a broad population across our three county regions,” John said in a statement.
This nonprofit received a $30,000 grant from the PGA Tour. LFC was founded in 2009 to help address the widening digital divide across Monterey County.
This organization offers families low-cost or free computer, tech support, computer repair, and digital fluency instruction.
“The entire team of LFC staff and volunteers are overwhelmed to receive this honor from the PGA.
Tour,” said LFC Executive Director Gabriela Lopez Chavez. “Bridging the Digital Divide
Vulnerable residents are one of the most important issues that can be addressed to ensure their health and safety.
An enriched life for all community members. ”
The AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am will take place February 2-5, 2023. Learn more about LFC here.
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