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FREE GEEK is a 501(c)(3) not for profit community organization that reuses and recycles technology to provide computers, education, internet access and job skills training to those in need in exchange for community service.
REUSE
The average lifespan of a computer is two years. This high turnover means that many people are left having to dispose of old computers, while others are in need of technology. That's where Free Geek comes in.
We refurbish donated equipment for those in need. What cannot be refurbished is recycled responsibly.
RECYCLE
Free Geek recycles computers to divert waste from landfills. Some components contain toxic substances that when put into dumps end up in our environment and in us. These substances include lead, beryllium, mercury, and cadmium.
"According to the US EPA, more than 4.6 million tonnes of e-waste ended up in US landfills in 2000."
http://www.greenpeace.org/international/campaigns/toxics/electronics/where-does-e-waste-end-up
Free Geek accepts contributions of computer equipment in any condition.
While there are no fees, we ask for a monetary contribution.
YOUR CONTRIBUTION CAN . . .
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RECOMMENDED CONTRIBUTIONS
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Please see our website or call us to inquire about items that are not on this list.
Free Geek would be nothing without our volunteers. If you want to learn how to volunteer, take one of our tours offered Tuesday – Saturday at 12 PM and 6 PM. Our two main programs are adoption and build.
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ADOPTION
You are eligible to earn a free computer after 24 hours of volunteering. Before taking home your computer, we will provide a class for you to set up your computer and become eligible for a year of free tech support. Additionally you may learn some new things about your computer!
BUILD
You can learn how to build computers by participating in our intensive build program. After building 5 computers, the 6th is yours to take home. Whether you are new to building or are an experienced computer technician, we are glad to accept you into the build program. If you are interested in something more in depth, this is the place to start.