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Dear Friends of the Computer Clubhouse, As we celebrate the strength of the Intel Computer Clubhouse Network in 100 communities around the world, it is a pleasure to showcase the efforts of the organizations, sponsors, and individuals who have made the Computer Clubhouse possible in so many diverse neighborhoods. As Director of the Network, I have the occasion to visit many of our Computer Clubhouses in person, and it is always extremely gratifying to see the impact we're having on young people's lives, youth by youth, Clubhouse by Clubhouse, community by community. I am often asked, what is next, after 100? Although we have reached an important milestone in establishing 100 Clubhouses, our work isn't done. While I don't know what the future holds, I do know that 100 is not some magic number that suggests we have earned the right to say, "Our work is done, the digital divide is no more." As long as organizations reach out to us with the commitment and capacity to serve youth through the Computer Clubhouse program, we will continue to introduce the Clubhouse to new young people and new communities. In addition, we will continue to support the ongoing efforts of Clubhouses around the Network, by providing professional development and materials for Clubhouse staff, offering opportunities for Clubhouse youth leaders such as the Teen Summit and college scholarships, and by serving as a catalyst for Clubhouses around the Network to share best practices, ideas, successes, and resources with each other. In the years ahead, I hope you will continue to support the Clubhouse Network, its sustainability and its growth. The success of the Intel Computer Clubhouse Network is due to the many community-based organizations (CBOs) and staff that have embraced the mission of the Computer Clubhouse, as well as the sponsors that have supported their efforts. I hope that you will join me in thanking these individuals and organizations for their commitment, their passion, and their dedication to this important work. Warmly,
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