About
Unified to Support Expansion & Innovation
Dedicated to Improving the Careers of Cable Telecommunications Professionals.
The SCTE Foundation, established by the SCTE Board of Directors in 2005, is a standalone organization dedicated to enhancing the careers of broadband connectivity professionals, especially those who are unserved and underserved. We believe in the power of community; through grants, scholarships, and programs, we aim to uplift individuals and companies who lack access to vital resources. While maintaining our independence, we leverage training from SCTE and other organizations to support our grantees.
“The support my family received as we were working through storm restoration at home and I in the field, kept generators going at my home until our power was finally restored. Knowing my family was safe with charged phones and means of communication, it gave me the extra feeling of security I needed to put in the extra hours and focus getting our network restored for the community.”
~ Michael, Construction Specialist
“I was extremely excited and honored to have been granted the SCTE scholarship, I had a strong desire to be able to seek my next level certification. Having attained PMI’s Project Management Professional certification had been a goal and focus, for the past five years; SCTE’s blessing granted me this opportunity!”
~ Kristopher, Fixed Wireless Field Engineer Manager
200k
Job’s Needed.
Source: Source: Telecommunications Industry Association
676K
New jobs will be created by 10G over seven years.
Source: Source: Telecom Advisory Services
“The TechConnect program introduced me to a world of support and encouragement I had never before seen or experienced. It opened my mind to ways I can drive my success outside of mere hard work and brightened my thoughts with possibilities.”
~ Janet, Sr. Director Program Management
Our Leadership
We are proud to introduce our esteemed Board of Directors, a dedicated team committed to nurturing talent and driving innovation in the global broadband connectivity industry. Each member brings a wealth of experience and insight, guiding our mission to support professionals at every stage of their careers. Together, we work to empower individuals and advance our collective efforts in shaping the future of broadband connectivity. Meet our leaders and discover their vision for fostering growth and excellence in our industry.
Foundation Mission
The mission of the SCTE Foundation is to foster talent and drive innovation in the broadband connectivity industry. With thousands of jobs needed to support the expansion of broadband across America, essential technical skills are crucial. We equip aspiring professionals and companies with the necessary tools for success, focusing on training and retraining those who might not otherwise have access to these resources. Our efforts enhance the technical, business, and leadership capabilities of the workforce while promoting technology and engineering from an early age. We aim to attract and empower women and minorities in engineering careers, ensuring a diverse workforce that positively impacts our communities.
Scholarships & Grants
Empower your future by applying for an SCTE Foundation scholarship or grant to advance your career in broadband technology today!
Financials
As a 501(c)(3) organization, we ensure that financial assistance comes from generous industry donations, supported by rigorous financial practices and adherence to regulations, making contributions tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Expanding Access, Empowering People: How the SCTE Foundation Powers Tech Talent Through SCTE
At SCTE TechExpo 2025, SCTE Foundation Chair & President Ken Klaer and Vice Chair Bill Warga shared how the SCTE Foundation is expanding access—to training, mentoring, and opportunity—for the people who power broadband’s future. In this conversation, they highlight the SCTE Foundation’s work to ensure rising leaders and untapped talent have the resources to learn, grow, and thrive.
From workforce scholarships and mentoring programs to disaster relief funds and industry partnerships, this interview underscores a core belief at the heart of the SCTE Foundation: when we invest in people, we elevate the entire industry.
Watch and be inspired by how partnership, philanthropy, and industry involvement are fueling the next generation of broadband innovators and creating lasting impact for our workforce and the world they help connect.