Camp Fire and AT&T Expand Collaboration to Bridge the Digital Divide and Support Youth with Life and Tech Skills

$750,000 Commitment Builds on Successful First Phase to Impact More than 40,000 Young People in 13 States

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Camp Fire, an innovative national youth development organization, and AT&T announced an expanded collaboration from a $750,000 contribution that will continue bridging the digital divide and empowering young people with essential Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) skills and digital literacy. This milestone collaboration comes as both organizations celebrate significant anniversaries in 2026—AT&T's 150th anniversary and Camp Fire's 116th anniversary.

This expanded collaboration will focus on supporting young people through six key program areas across 19 affiliates in 13 states: 1) Bridging the STEM Divide, 2) Teen Leadership Pathways, 3) Youth Well-being in the Digital Age, 4) Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® 2026 (#KidDay), 5) Storytelling, and 6) Expanding Partnerships.

Expanded high-quality STEM programming will reach 2,500 new youth with hands-on learning experiences in robotics, environmental education, and digital literacy. Teen Leadership Pathways will support 500 youth with workforce development, college and career readiness, and community service opportunities through skills training and mentoring. Additionally, we will partner with Connected Nation's "Teens Teach Tech" program, allowing youth to serve as digital navigators and help older adults in their communities learn important technology skills. New digital well-being programs will support 1,500 new youth and families to learn online safety, which teaches the skills, knowledge, and habits needed to navigate the internet responsibly and securely; AT&T will also be the headline 2026 #KidDay sponsor, with a multi-faceted campaign aimed to reach 10,000 youth with letters of encouragement and laptops.

"The success of our initial collaboration with AT&T demonstrates the powerful impact we can achieve when we combine Camp Fire's century-plus experience in youth development with AT&T's commitment to digital inclusion," said Shawna Rosenzweig, CEO of Camp Fire National Headquarters. "As we enter this second phase of this work, we're excited to build on these proven results, help young people find a spark in STEM, and support youth in developing 21st-century skills."

Over the past year, AT&T and Camp Fire's first phase of collaboration provided over 10,000 young people and families with connections and skills they need to thrive in the digital age. From staff-led workshops to content from AT&T's The Achievery^TM free learning platform, to STEM programs implemented across 150 different schools, thousands of youth participants were given the chance to accelerate their self-discovery and education. Its Tech Fund provided funding to eight Camp Fire affiliates to expand STEM programs focused on robotics and outdoor and environmental education, directly addressing barriers to technology access in underserved communities.

"AT&T is proud to continue our relationship with Camp Fire to bridge the digital divide and bring accessible learning opportunities to students," said Mylayna Albright, AVP, Corporate Responsibility, AT&T. "Through this collaboration, we're giving students access to high-quality digital content that supports their growth, creativity, and confidence—skills that are vital in today's connected world."

About Camp Fire
Growing up is hard. That's why Camp Fire connects young people to the outdoors, to others, and to themselves. Founded in 1910, Camp Fire was the first nonsectarian, multiracial organization for girls but today is an inclusive national youth development nonprofit that serves all young people. By creating safe spaces where young people can have fun and be themselves, its 44 affiliates in 24 states provide affirming, year-round, youth-driven experiences—school day programs, afterschool programs, leadership programs, and camps and outdoor education—that enable youth to develop essential skills that have long-term benefits and make a positive social impact on the world.

About Philanthropy & Social Innovation at AT&T
At AT&T, our corporate responsibility work is dedicated to bridging the digital divide across the country. We are committed to providing people of all ages and from every community with the essential resources they need to thrive in the digital era. For generations, we have supported programs that impact millions of individuals nationwide, and since 2021, we have committed $5 billion to initiatives that enhance connectivity, promote digital literacy, and improve access to high-speed internet. Our efforts particularly focus on uplifting underserved communities, including students, older adults, and those on tribal lands, ensuring everyone can participate in the digital world and benefit from its opportunities. 

About AT&T's Connected Learning® Initiative

AT&T's Connected Learning® initiative addresses barriers that prevent students and educators from succeeding in an increasingly digital world. Through strategic partnerships, AT&T works to eliminate the homework gap and provide equitable access to technology and digital literacy resources. Learn more about AT&T's commitment to education at att.com/connectedlearning.

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