2010 was a record setting year for us, as we built the nation’s first 4G wireless network at unprecedented speed, massively grew our subscriber base, and firmly established our position as a leader in mobile broadband.  We grew our network coverage by 250% and increased our subscriber base by 540%.  These wins make us one of the fastest growing wireless companies in the country.

Looking ahead, customer demand for mobile broadband is just beginning to accelerate. Our position as a spectrum rich, technology agnostic operator places us in an ideal spot to serve the high tonnage customers everywhere are demanding. While wholesale will likely contribute the majority of our subscriber growth in 2011, we also expect double-digit retail subscriber growth this year.

For a full recap of our most recent earnings statement, please visit the Clearwire Newsroom.

Today Clearwire is announcing the donation of CLEAR 4G internet service and mobile devices to the Center for Economic Progress of Illinois. This donation will provide internet access for the mobile tax preparation centers, which go out and assist Chicago’s low-income community.

In the past, Clearwire employees have volunteered at elementary schools, or donated mobile modems to various districts, among a number of other serving experiences.  As Chicago was one of Clear’s first 4G markets, we are especially eager to help out our hard-working community during this wave of tough economic times.  David Marzahl, president at the Center for Economic Progress, told us that thanks to this donation, “CEP’s dedicated volunteer corps will be able to help return more than $50 million in refunds to 30,000 families and their communities during tax season.”

The program started January 18 and will conclude on April 15, 2011. Chicago area centers are located in Maywood, Rogers Park, Albany Park, Pullman, Humboldt Park and Lawndale.