System76 has partnered with a non-profit, Kids on Computers, to help bring computers and free and open source software to disadvantaged kids.
Who is Kids on Computers?
Kids on Computers is a non-profit that sets up computer labs in needy schools worldwide. Last year they set up a computer lab in an elementary school in Huajuapan de Leon, Mexico. The lab has been a tremendous success transforming a poor school into one of the most prestigious in town! The kids in the school have made great progress. The community has been motivated to work with local businesses to set up labs in neighbouring schools.
Kids on Computers is now working on setting up additional labs in schools in Argentina, Mexico and India!
What is Needed
Kids on Computers is looking for both laptops and desktops that are less than four years old and with at least 512 MB of memory. They also need peripheral eqipment such as: extension cables, ethernet cables, monitors, printers, memory, etc.
How to Donate
There are two options to donate:
- If you purchase a new computer from System76, you can elect, during checkout, to purchase a discounted shipping label for the computer you plan to donate.
- Or, you can send an email to: donations@kidsoncomputers.org or visit KidsOnComputers.org for details on where to send your donated equipment.
In either case, you will receive a 'Donation Acknowledgment Letter' from Kids on Computers. The letter will not contain a value for the donated equipment. It is up to the donor to determine the value of donated equipment.
Additional Questions?
If you have any questions about Kids on Computers or any questions about specific equipment needs, please email: donations@kidsoncomputers.org.
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