US companies that donate computers to schools get a tax break. The law provides for increased charitable donation benefits for private companies that donate computer technology, equipment, or software to schools and community groups. The only catch is that the merchandise has to be less than two years old.
Interested? The website Earth911 provides the following list of agencies that will help you donate used computers to schools and community groups:
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.For more reuse and recycle sites, click here.
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