Community Partnerships
As a locally owned company, VNET believes our responsibility extends beyond delivering technology. We are proud to invest in organizations, programs, and events that strengthen the Erie region, support local families, encourage education, and help our communities thrive.
Whether through financial support, technology initiatives, employee participation, or community partnerships, we're committed to making a lasting impact where we live and work.
More Than A Sponsor
Community involvement means more than putting our logo on an event banner. We strive to be an active partner by supporting education, investing in technology, strengthening local nonprofits, participating in community traditions, and helping organizations accomplish their missions.
As our community continues to grow, so will our commitment to giving back.
Education & Future Leaders
Supporting education is an investment in the future of our community. We proudly contribute to scholarship programs and educational initiatives that help students develop the skills needed for tomorrow's workforce.
Our support includes:
- L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leaders Scholarship
- Erie County Technical School - SkillsUSA
- Erie Children’s Museum
- Mercyhurst Prep
- Cathedral Prep
- Harbor Creek Music Boosters
Community & Nonprofit Organizations
We are honored to partner with organizations that provide critical services, improve the quality of life, and care for our neighbors throughout the region.
Organizations we've supported include:
- Make-A-Wish
- Emerging Erie Fund of the Erie Community Foundation
- Erie Gives
- EmergyCare
- And many more.
Connecting Our Communities
As a communications provider, we're passionate about improving connectivity throughout the region. In addition to expanding our fiber-optic network, we've supported projects that provide internet access in public spaces.
Technology initiatives include:
- A growing Fiber-optic network available to thirty thousand (30k) homes and businesses
- Walnut Creek Complex Free Public Wi-Fi
- Erie Downtown Free Public Wi-Fi
- And more to come…
Local Events & Community Traditions
We enjoy participating in events that bring our communities together and celebrate everything that makes our region unique.
Community involvement includes:
- Celebrate Erie
- Harborcreek Fall Festival
- Erie St. Patrick's Day Parade
- Erie SeaWolves
- Local youth sports
Supporting Local Businesses
As active members of the Erie business community, we believe strong local businesses create stronger communities. We work alongside organizations dedicated to economic growth and regional development.
Our involvement includes:
- Erie Regional Chamber & Growth Partnership
Let's connect
Ready to see what a true technology partner looks like? Let's start the conversation.
