FREE Computers
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Hey Guys —
I am writing to let you know about a neutral Foundation that is dedicated to providing all BC charities, families and schools in need with current day technology, free of charge!
This Foundation is called BC Digital Divide Foundation (http://www.bcdigitaldivide.org/); their positioning: "An organization devoted to giving every person an equal opportunity to achieve greatness in an increasingly technological world. They are great as they make sure that end users (family, school, charity) receive equipment that is fully set up and functional.
Specifically, BC Digital Divide guaranties that the hard drives are cleaned and scrubbed of any data, install new licensed software (Microsoft donates copies of older versions of software, etc.) and make sure that the whole package (17" monitor, CPU, mouse, printer) is in good order and ready to go. They also let you choose between IBM and MAC, and even have some laptops and PDAs…
So you will have to log on and fill out a "new application". These guys are great — and are personally dedicated to getting old machines out of the corporate junk rooms or landfill sites and into the hands of those that need them most. They receive no money, often this volunteering costs them in gas, rentals and time. When applying I would present your case in a story format and explain the details of your personal situation. These folks are technologists with big hearts and know nothing of Autism, it's treatment or trials. But they have huge hearts and have been overwhelmed with the corporate donation response to their program.
I highly encourage you all to apply to this Foundation (see on-line application at: http://www.bcdigitaldivide.org/recipient.html), as they receive far more donations that they can currently store.
Regards, and Gook Luck!
Tamara
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