Digital Access For All

What is Digital Access For All?

The partnership, known as Digital Access for All (DAFA) was formed on April 2, 2020, to address Wi-Fi inequities in Kalamazoo, an issue that became more exacerbated during the executive order that closed public schools, libraries and many local businesses that used to serve as Wi-Fi providers for many families.

As part of the DAFA program, hotspots and services will be purchased for KPS students who currently don’t have access to the Internet. KPL will serve as the distribution point where eligible students can check out a hotspot using their OneCard, which already allows students to borrow books, movies, and more from the library.

Who qualifies for a hotspot?

Eligible recipients are those students/households that indicated a need for internet access..  Those students will be notified by KPS prior to the distribution dates by mail and phone. Only one device per street address and residence will be permitted. Hotspots will be checked out to students for the entire school year on their OneCard.

To find out if you are on the eligible recipient list, please call Kalamazoo Public Schools at (269) 337-0186.