We developed this comprehensive list to help community leaders think creatively about ways they may tap existing contacts, projects, and other resources in their areas. We have found that often there are resources available in a community that are not widely known - or there may be opportunities for collaboration that are not pursued because people and organisations are not in communication.

By using this checklist, communities can scan the technology landscape in their region - identifying new services, determining where there are duplications and opportunities for collaboration or shared resources, and locating gaps in services.

Resources may also be located in neighbouring communities elsewhere in your region. In addition, we have added some key national organisations who may be able to help you identify local or regional resources  

Local Sources

____ Schools (Primary & ?) (students as well as teachers and other personnel)

____ New Communities Schools

____ Community Colleges and local Technical Colleges

____ Universities / Private Colleges

____ Further Education Programmes

____ Student internship programs

____ Libraries (Public, college, and other)

____ Community networks or other community ICT projects

____ Community Educators

____ Access learning centers in your region

____ Local council, county, regional, and national agencies

____ Local and Regional Enterprise Companies

____ Literacy Organisations

____ Military bases and National Guard units

____ Banks*

____ Insurance companies*

____ Accountants*

____ Local phone or company or mobile phone service

____ Internet Service Providers

____ Satellite or wireless companies

____ Technology companies

____ Local businesses (large and small) /Chamber of Commerce

____ Disability organisations (offer accessibility equipment or know-how)

____ Computer User or Special Interest Groups (SIGS)

____ Civic organizations (e.g. Lions or Kiwanis Club, Girl or Boy Scouts)

____ Online newsgroups and discussion lists

____ Local volunteer centers/ United Ways

____ Large voluntary organizations with technical staff

____ Umbrella organizations which provide technology resources to their affiliates

____ Churches, synagogues, and mosques

____ Health Facilities with technical staff

____ Volunteer Fire Departments

____ Family and friends of staffmembers

____ Employment or job training offices

____ Department of Social Services offices

____ Cultural tourism site

____ Virtual volunteers

____ Distance learning sites with videoconferencing facilities

____ Retired Senior citizens/ RSVP program

____ Police and sheriffÕs departments

____ Volunteer service workers from Americorps or other programs

____ Agricultural Diversification offices

____ Youth Clubs

____ Senior Clubs (yes, you might be surprised!)