The WightFibre Connected Communities Programme was specifically developed to support the important work of local, small to medium sized not-for-profit and community focused groups and charities across the Island.
Through which WightFibre will fully or part fund the installation, rental and ongoing costs associated with bringing WightFibre’s full-fibre, ultrafast, future-proof broadband into community hub locations and charitable organisations offices on the Island.
The programme is led by WightFibre’s Digital Inclusion Officer, who works closely with organisations, including free face-to-face support and tailored training for volunteers. Helping organisations to become digitally skilled to better serve those they work hard to support across their communities.
A popular programme that continues to support the needs of not-for-profit, community focused groups and charities across the Island, with over 46 organisations supported in 2025 including:
Ability Dogs 4 Young People
Baby Bank Network
Church on the Roundabout
Cowes Sea Cadets
Free Food In The Bay
Freshwater Lifeboat
Independent Arts Gallery
John Cattle's Skate Club CIC
Ryde Sea Cadets
Sandown Rotary Charity Shop
Sight for Wight
The Apex Church
The Beckford Centre
The Footprint Trust
The Veterans Hub IOW
Tidal Family Support
