Sky is encouraging older people’s organisations and charities in Greater Manchester and around the UK to apply to set up and run a ‘Sky Up Digital Hub’ and receive free public Wi-Fi for three 
years and devices. The digital hubs provide support to people over the age of 65 who may lack skills and confidence to get online safely, offering them training and advice to make the most of online services and communication apps. All installation of Wi-Fi and devices is managed by Sky.
To apply to be a Sky Up Digital Hub your organisation needs to target those over the age of 65 who would benefit from connectivity and digital skills support. Sky recognises that the digital support your organisation offers may be delivered in different ways, including via digital drop ins, basic digital skills courses, 1-1 digital support, and digital as an informal add on to a social group (such as a luncheon club).
Eligibility criteria:
- Local charity / organisation at the heart of the community
- Has own / rented premises to run in person sessions.
- Connectivity provision of Fibre to the Cabinet (FTTC) or Fibre to the Premises. (FTTP)
- Has a digital skills programme or offer / plans to start a new digital programme supporting members
- Priority focus groups include over 65s or under 25s
- Happy to take part in the Sky Up Digital Hub reporting process – potentially 1 interview, 2 surveys each year for Charity POC as well as promotion of 2 surveys to beneficiaries
- Happy to be featured on Sky Up website as a Digital Hub partner
- Follow the Sky comms guide around how to talk about the ‘Sky Up Digital Hub’
There are a limited number of digital hubs on offer so early application is encouraged.