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Nancy Jo Craig’s Lifetime Achievement Award In Nonprofit Computer Refurbishment

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In August of 2005, she had barely begun getting things in order when Hurricanes Katrina and Rita struck. Places like TechSoup and the National Cristina Foundation put out the word that donated computers were badly needed in Louisiana, and they came by the truckload. All the equipment went out at no cost because of financial donations.

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Thank You RCI Customers!

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We have a long history of championing electronics recycling. We have also championed reuse or extending the life of electronic devices through refurbishment and repair. Don't take just any donated computer! Refurbished equipment is also more affordable than new equipment. We Thank You. Learn More. spanhidden.

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TechSoup’s Refurbished Computer Initiative: You’ve Come A Long Way Baby

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The study also estimated the supply of PCs coming from the noncommercial refurbishment sector and also the potential for corporate donations of PCs. Our survey of large companies found a robust interest for donating PCs. They’re urging everyone to donate their discarded laptops to InterConnection as part of this work.

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Our Much Improved Tech Support In TechSoup's Refurbished Computer Initiative

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When all was said and done, we received a 2005 seed-funding grant from Full Circle Fund and launched the Refurbished Computer Initiative program. They're urging everyone to donate their discarded laptops to InterConnection as part of this work. With a catalog. You can check out our entire catalog of refurbished IT equipment here.