educaTECH
Support Students and Families With The Technology They Need
Their Education Is Counting On YOU
About The Cause
EducaTECH is an organization that is working to support technology for all students and families in the Bay Area. Currently, 1.5 million Bay Area residents do not have home internet access. Additionally, 41% of low-income households lack home internet and a computer. Taking into account online learning for students during the COVID crisis, providing families with laptops is more critical than ever. We are desperately asking for your help for these resources. It is the only way that students can continue their education during such an unprecedented time.
We are donating all technology to TechExchange, an Oakland/Bay Area based organization. TechExchange supports families who are digitally disconnected by providing access to refurbished computers, affordable internet, tech support, and digital skills training. Over the past 20 years, TechExchange has distributed over 50,000 laptops to students in Oakland and the Bay Area. Currently, TechExchange is focused on raising funds for home technology needs for students in regards to current issues surrounding COVID-19.
Get Involved
Donate Technology
Do you have old laptops sitting in the back of your closet? We will take any laptops no matter what condition they are in. Yes, the screen could be cracked, all the keys could be missing, it could be drawn on, or even in two pieces. No matter the condition, the laptop or its parts will be refurbished and donated to another student in Oakland or elsewhere the Bay Area. Thank you so much for your donation. Every laptop we collect changes the fate of a student and their family during the COVID crisis and provides them with the resources they need to continue their education at this time.
Make a Donation
Please consider making a donation to the Oakland Public Education Fund, the sponsor of TechExchange. The Oakland Public Education Fund has been raising funds since 2003 and are working tirelessly to raise funds for students in the Oakland Unified School District during the COVID crisis. This district has almost 50,000 students and has many large needs during this time, including raising money for student internet access, student and adult meals, books, and hygienic supplies. Please consider donating to make a huge difference for Oakland Public Schools so that all students can grow and thrive, especially throughout the COVID crisis. Even if you can donate $5 in lieu of your morning coffee, any amount is greatly appreciated.
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FAQ
What condition does my laptop have to be in for me to donate it?
Since the laptops will either be refurbished or utilized for parts for other laptops, we will take any laptop as long as it is not in two pieces! It can be missing keys, have a cracked screen, a non-functioning keyboard, or even be drawn all over in Sharpie. Nevertheless, your donation still makes a huge difference.
Can I donate if I am a student?
Yes! We are especially advocating for student donations for both laptops and money (however, please still consider donating if you are an adult!)
What area do I have to be in to donate a laptop?
You will need to be located anywhere in the Bay Area to donate a laptop.
How can I give my laptop to EducaTECH? What do I need to provide along with the laptop?
If your school is working with EducaTECH, you can drop of your laptop during the provided drop-off day. If your school is not participating, or if you are unable to attend the drop-off day, please fill out the click on the Get In Touch button above to fill out the form. We will contact you within a few hours to organize a way for you to donate your laptop.
Which types of laptops do you take? How old can the laptop be?
We will take any laptop that is an Intel i5 or above. We will also take the MacBook 2010 or later.
Contact educaTECH
Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. We will respond to you within a few hours at the latest.
