“Microsoft Selects AccelerateMT to Grow Economic Opportunity in Montana”

Accelerate Montana announced a partnership today with Microsoft TechSpark to foster regional digital inclusion, job creation and technological innovation in the Treasure State.

Accelerate Montana, the University of Montana’s economic and workforce development partner, will use a new grant with Microsoft TechSpark to bridge the digital divide and ensure that all Montanans have equal access to digital resources and opportunities.

“Since we launched TechSpark in 2017, we’ve helped communities secure more than $125 million in funding and helped create thousands of jobs,” said Kate Behncken, corporate vice president of Microsoft Philanthropies. “By expanding TechSpark to all 50 states, we hope to continue our hyperlocal, partner-driven work to help communities realize the potential of technology and foster greater economic opportunity.”