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Give your retired computers new life

Donate laptops, computers, and other devices to create opportunities for schools, non-profits, Indigenous groups, libraries, and low-income families. Scroll down to learn more about equipment we accept, and our policies and practices.

What to Donate

We seek tech that meets or exceeds these specifications. Tech we cannot reuse is responsibly recycled.

  • PC Laptops
    6th Gen. iSeries or better (2016 or newer); Windows 10 compliant.

  • PC Desktops & AIOs
    6th Gen. iSeries or better (2016 or newer); Windows 10 compliant.

  • Hard Drives
    Hard Disk Drives 500 GB or larger, Solid State Drives 128 GB or larger.

  • Smart Phones & Tablets

    Must be unlocked and disconnected from your account, undamaged (no cracks), and in working condition, 2016 or newer.

  • Macintosh
    2013 or newer.

  • Monitors
    22” inch or larger LCDs with stands.

  • Accessories & Misc.
    Working printers, keyboards, mice, projectors, speakers, network switches, etc.

  • TVs
    42” or larger, 2016 or newer.

  • Cash
    No tech to donate right now? We accept cash donations too! All contributions are eligible for a tax receipt.

Please do not drop off the following items (this is not an exhaustive list), they are better sent to your local Return-It Depot or thrift store: CD’s / DVD’s / Blu Rays, USB sticks, CRT monitors or TV’s, PS2 keyboard and mice, damaged items, plotters, office supplies, binders, chairs, tables, desks, or filing cabinets.

Strict Data Security Policies

As the only BC-based refurbisher currently qualified under the comprehensive standards of the Electronics Reuse & Refurbishing Program (ERRP), we are third-party audited and ensure that your hard drives are fully wiped and data is unrecoverable. We follow strict policies and procedures.

Why Donate

Reduce the Digital Divide

The digital divide refers to the gap between those who benefit from the Digital Age and those who do not. Our clients are schools, non-profits, Indigenous groups, libraries, and low-income families. Donated tech allows us to provide affordable options to those who might not otherwise be able to afford a computer.

Divert E-Waste

​Manufacturing a new computer takes at least 240 kg (530 pounds) of fossil fuels, 22 kg (48 pounds) of chemicals, and 5 tons of water. Donating computers extends their useful life, and keeps working devices out of waste streams. We responsibly recycle all tech that we cannot refurbish and redistribute.

It's Convenient!

We make donating tech as easy as we can by offering a free pick-up service for large donations. You set your pick-up date through the form linked above, palletize or box up equipment so that it's ready for our courier, then sit back and relish in the feeling of knowing that you did a great thing!

Post-Donation

What should you expect after you donate? There are a few things you can look forward to once we have processed your technology donation.

  • Computer equipment is considered an in-kind donation. Each piece has an individual fair market value based on the age and condition of the item and assessing each piece takes time. Receipts are issued once a month and come with a thank you letter sharing the impact your donation made.

    Tax receipts are only issued for equipment that is reused. Items sent to recycling have zero fair market value.

  • Good deeds deserve recognition! We’re on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

  • Each month we publish a blog updating our supporters on events, clients and key donors. We’d love to recognize you!

We encourage you to take a picture of your team with the donations so that we can use it on our posts and blog!

Ready to donate?

Follow the link below for the option that best suits you to donate your retired technology.

Don’t have anything to donate right now? That’s okay! We’re always accepting tech donations. Sign up for our quarterly newsletter to keep up with BC Tech!