You’ve just upgraded your business’s technology. Now what do you do with all the old computers, tablets, and other devices piling up in your storage closet? These electronics can feel like a nuisance, but they’re actually a valuable resource that can help solve a major problem. Instead of contributing to environmental waste or risking a […]
To help close the digital divide in Maine, the Maine Connectivity Authority has launched the Maine Tech Share program, a statewide initiative to provide refurbished digital devices to veterans, students, older adults, and low-income households. In partnership with Waterville-based nonprofit give IT. get IT., the program aims to source and distribute 25,000 tablets, laptops, and […]
At Southern Maine Community College (SMCC), access to technology has been a transformative force for nontraditional and low-income students striving to succeed in their academic and employment journeys. Thanks to the Opportunity Clicks Grant and community partnerships, over 70 students now have access to high-quality laptops and support—an invaluable resource in a time when […]
For over a decade, the Computer Technology Assistance Corps (CTAC) in Manchester, New Hampshire, worked tirelessly to close the digital divide, transforming countless lives through its mission—”Creating Opportunities—Empowering People”—by providing refurbished computers and digital inclusion services. Now, give IT. get IT., a Maine-based nonprofit sharing CTAC’s mission and commitment, is honored to carry forward this […]
As we are well into the new year, I want to share my thoughts about sponsoring individuals and families for computer device ownership. Ownership, rather than lending, is a far more cost-effective and sustainable solution that aligns with the principles of true digital equity. Borrowed equity is temporary; only ownership fosters long-term digital inclusion and […]
As a non-profit organization, we at give IT. get IT. owe it to our clients and supporters to apply the overwhelming majority of our resources toward connecting people in need with the technology they require to fulfill their dreams. Digital inclusion is the “get IT.” side of our organization. Our dedication to it doesn’t leave much money for advertising to connect with the businesses throughout New England we depend on to “give IT.”
