Reuse your electronics through donation
According to Dataquest, a market research firm, less than 5 percent of all personal computers are donated to schools, charities, or nonprofit organizations. It¹s possible that this percentage will increase, particularly with Congress introducing tax breaks for the donation of personal computers to schools.
The Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 states that companies that donate personal computers to schools qualify for an enhanced charitable deduction benefit. The law, introduced by Representative Randy Cunningham (R-California), expands tax incentives for private companies that donate computer technology, equipment, or software to K-12 classrooms. The act took effect January 1, 1998, and applies to computers less than two years old.
An online directory of agencies that facilitate the donation of used computers to schools and community groups is available at the following Web sites:
ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY ALLIANCE
The Electronics Industry Alliance (EIA), a national trade organization that includes the full spectrum of U.S. electronics product manufacturers, maintains a listing of organizations nationwide that accept donations of electronics products.
COMPUTERS FOR SCHOOLS
An organization addressing the digital divide through an extraordinary, nationwide partnership. The Computers for Schools Program welcomes contribution of quality computer equipment and support dollars to accomplish their refurbishing work from donors across the nation.
ANOTHER BYTE, INC.
A nonprofit IRS tax-exempt computer recycling & reuse organization with a worldwide approach toward bridging the Digital Divide.
NATIONAL CRISTINA FOUNDATION – Donate Today!
National Cristina Foundation (NCF) provides computer technology and solutions to give people with disabilities, students at risk and economically disadvantaged persons the opportunity, through training, to lead more independent and productive lives.
SHARE THE TECHNOLOGY
This Web site provides a way for donors and potential recipients to connect no matter where they are in the country.
COMPUTING EDGE – Equipment Donations and Grants to Education
Computing EDGE helps match needy schools with excess, unused or obsolete computer equipment donated by individuals and corporations.
EAL WORKS!
Educational Assistance Ltd. turns excess inventory, gently used equipment, services, and other donations into college scholarships for needy students.
THE WIRELESS FOUNDATION
The national Donate a Phone CALL to PROTECT campaign collects wireless phones to benefit victims of domestic violence. In the hands of a victim, these phones are a lifeline, enabling them to call for assistance when faced with an emergency situation.
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Recycle old electronics and cell phones at Easy Tech Talk
posted on October 15th, 2007 at 12:01 am
[...] Earth 911.org This link will take you to Earth911.com’s post about non-profit organizations and charities that you can donate your old electronic, computers, and cell phones to. They also have some information about the impact of not recycling your cell phones and electronics have on the environment, click here to read it. [...]
Catharine Fleming
posted on June 11th, 2009 at 10:55 am
Goodwill Industries has recycling programs. All the Goodwills in Maryland accept computers and accessories for recycling. Goodwill partners with DELL in 18 states to take residential computer equipment. Ask your local Goodwill what they take and recycle with them. Goodwill’s e-waste programs provide job training for individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment.
Jennifer
posted on June 14th, 2009 at 11:48 am
I wish that these type of programs were available in Mexico. You wouldnt believe indifference that prevails because of lack of information on topics like recycling and waste reduction. People have no idea that it is necessary; these things just dont exist here yet.
Pam Cooney
posted on August 4th, 2009 at 2:26 pm
World Computer Exchange is a non-profit that collects used, working computer equipment (P3 or better) to be shipped to schools, libraries, orphanages, and community centers in developing countries. We have teams of volunteers in many cities across the US collecting equipment. For businesses looking to donate equipment, please contact us about arranging for us to pick up donations of multiple computers.