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Getting tech to those who need it

Donate your laptop, smartphone or other IT to help people in need and provide computers for charity.

Inspired by the need for laptops for remote learning during the pandemic, Oxford IT Bank is like a food bank for tech, getting old devices that are sitting on a shelf somewhere cleaned up and passed on to those who would benefit from them.

We are now part of Getting Oxfordshire Online. Together we have provided more than 4000 devices to help people in need since we started in 2021! 

Laptops for EMBS Community College
Supporting Oxford Community Action
St Frideswide Primary School
Refurbishing at home
Giving a hand

Making a difference

Learn more about Getting Oxfordshire Online.

How it works

Donate

The most useful are laptops up to 12 years old, which can be upgraded to run the latest operating systems, and smartphones or tablets running Android 8 or iPhone 5S or newer.

 

Note that phones and tablets need releasing from accounts - check out pre-donation notes on preparing your device here.

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We can handle minor repairs like broken screens, dead batteries, missing chargers, so do get in touch if you're not sure if we can use the device.

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Finally, we'd be grateful for any money you'd like to donate which supports our operations, buys parts etc. See this link all the ways you can support Getting Oxfordshire Online including donating funds.

 

Anybody happy to help with collecting and delivering, this would be appreciated too to speed up the service!

Wipe and Spruce Up

First priority is to ensure all data is securely removed before passing on to a new home.

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Then software is refreshed with a modern operating system, as well as possibly fresh hard disks etc to ensure a good experience.

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If you're able to help with electrical repairs, such as failed screen hinges, cracked power sockets or unreliable motherboards, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

On to good causes

We work with local charities, with all eligible laptops, smartphones and tablets going to Getting Oxfordshire Online, helping families and vulnerable people. Desktops and accessories can help replace outdated equipment in charities.

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I would be pleased to hear from any other groups able to pass IT to those in need and support them with getting the most from it.

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Devices such as desktops which are tricky for organisations to distribute but still useful for homes are advertised online at low prices, helping those with limited funds, and bringing some money in for repairs and parts.

Whether you want to donate, help out or would like to ask for donations, please email Ben and the volunteer team at hello@oxforditbank.com

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If you are wondering who you are entrusting your old computer to, here's my LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/bentuppen/

Currently Supporting

Fantastic charities helping communities and vulnerable people get online to access education and employment.

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Oxford Community Action Logo
Routes Collective Logo
ADAPT logo
Getting Oxfordshire Online logo

Getting Oxfordshire Online is a partnership started by Oxfordshire Community Foundation, with Aspire in Oxford, SOFEA in Didcot and Bicester Green working together to provide refurbishment, support and connectivity to help reduce digital poverty across the county. You can find out more here.

We would first like to thank you for your generosity in providing a laptop and IPad.


Both items will help us transition into sixth form and GCSE’s and will assist us in our studies to achieve the best grades.


Again, we appreciate the help given and will do our best to reach our academic goals.

A & A via Oxford Community Action

Get Involved!

A reminder of all the ways you can help

Donations

Laptops or tablets up to 12 years old (pre-donation checklist here), or money at our new JustGiving page!

Collection and Distribution

Collecting and delivering in the Oxford area.

Repair Skills

"Repair Cafe" skills for electrical repairs such as replacing worn out power sockets

Recipient Organisations

Schools or community organisations who can pass equipment to those in need and help them get set up.

I would also be delighted to hear from any others doing similar IT distribution in the Oxford area. I hope we can work together to help more people.

Empty Street

Thank you

To everyone who's donated a device and spread the word, and especially to these who've supported with partnership, funds and expertise.

Asylum Welcome

Volunteers, space, fundraising for devices and lots of expertise getting started!

SOFEA Logo

Funding, team, space and support with Getting Oxfordshire Online

Lottery Community Fund Logo

Funding for parts, startup expenses and equipment

Not in Oxford?

If you're not local, here are other people you could contact if you would like to donate equipment or ask for help.

BBC Give A Laptop

This BBC page has links to lots of groups also collecting donations around the country.

The Restart Project

On a mission to fix our relationship with electronics, this social enterprise maintains a listing of places you can donate.

London Tech Collective

A google map of organisations in London working in this area.

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