TECHNO
GEAR
Bridging the Digital Divide
What do we do?
Our organization collects, refurbishes, and redistributes old electronics (especially laptops) to the disadvantaged while also providing technical education essential for learning and career advancement.
All our of laptops are equipped with Mint Linux, a free and open source operating system that allows for streamlined operation, along with necessary software such as a word processor.
Digital Equity
-More than a third of the world has never used the internet
-Underprivileged and low income groups do not have access to electronics
-Technical skills are essential for career advancement and navigating the modern age
Sustainability
-68.5 million tons of electronic waste are produced internationally every year
-Only a quarter is recycled
-Electronic waste takes thousands of years to decompose and produces toxic chemicals
How we can help you
Interested in receiving a laptop?
Step 1: Fill out the Application Form, including documents demonstrating need
Step 2: Wait for approval via email
Step 3: Sign our Loan Agreement, and the laptop is yours for a year until you renew it!
P.S. If you're an organization that provides for people in need, we're interested in working with you! Contact us at [email protected], and we can work together to achieve our goals
How you can help us
1. Donations
We accept all kinds of electronics as donations, not just laptops! Anything ranging from keyboards to monitors can help. In addition, all donations are tax deductible as we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. If you're interested in donating, fill out the form below!
2. Volunteering
There will be countless volunteer opportunities, from providing technical education to helping our organization’s outreach, and all of these will be announced through our mailing list!