Below are some programs and organizations
that fix, update, reuse or resell computers:
LOCAL PROGRAMS
The National Christina Foundation, located in Greenwich,
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.
National Christina Foundation, 500 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich,
CT 06830
Phone: 203.863.9100
http://www.cristina.org/
Email: ncf@christina.org
Extensive list of requirements on web site.
Greenwich Academy accepts donations of computer
equipment for our various school technology programs. Contact: Joe
Knowlton, Director of Academic Technology at 203.625.8917 or email:
joe_knowlton@greenwichacademy.org
Minimum requirements:
500 MHz Processor, 64MB SDRAM , 6 GB hard disk drive , 24X max.
speed CD-ROM , Diskette drive , Color display , V.90 /K56Flex data/fax
modem
The Volunteer Center in Stamford accepts equipment
for its Item Donation Program. For more information, contact Kathy
Fawcett at the Volunteer Center at 203.348.7714
REGIONAL PROGRAMS
Computers 4 Kids Inc., located in Waterbury, CT,
is a nonprofit community technology center whose programs work to
distribute affordable Internet-capable computers to families, schools,
and organizations and to cost-effectively utilize technology, donated
and new, to help achieve educational, economic and social gains
for learners.
Computers 4 Kids, 150 East Aurora Street, Waterbury, CT 06708
http://www.c4k.org
Phone: 203.591.1714
Fax: 203.591.1730
Minimum requirements:
Pentium II, 32 MB RAM, 1 GIG Hard Drive, 8X CD-ROM, 33.6 Kbs modem,
sound card
NOTE: Computers missing some of above specifications (except for
processor) are still acceptable since they use parts from old computers
if needed.
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
The AKANKSHA Foundation
Computer equipment is needed for students involved in Akanksha education
programs. Laptops are needed in particular but they will accept
any donation. Contact Connie Blunden for more information 203.625.8967.
Learn about Akanksha at http://www.akanksha.org
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