Free Geek - Technology
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| Group | Basic Services |
| Category | Technology |
| Name | Free Geek |
| Provider | Free Geek, Inc |
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Description
info@freegeek.org https://www.freegeek.org/
Free Geek’s mission is to sustainably reuse technology, enable digital access, and provide education to create a community that empowers people to realize their potential. Many individuals lack the resources necessary to purchase a computer or get the training required to use digital technology. At the same time, the rapid pace of technology consumption and turnover means that over two million tons of hazardous e-waste is created each year in the United States. Free Geek’s goal is to divert technology that would otherwise be recycled or thrown away, refurbish it, and give it back to the community at no or low cost.
Free Geek aims to provide the following community programs to those living in the Portland metro area:
- Free computers in exchange for community service
- Computers for K-12 students
- Community classes on digital skills like graphic design, online safety, hardware, and computer troubleshooting
- Hardware grants to nonprofits and community change organizations
- Low-cost computers and accessories offered through their store
- Internships providing valuable hands-on experience
Community members who have volunteered at least 24 hours at Free Geek can receive a free desktop computer. No computer experience is required to volunteer. Free Geek’s facility is mostly ADA-accessible, and they can work with people with different abilities. Volunteers under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult who can work alongside them. Individuals who are not legally able to be around children cannot volunteer at Free Geek. Court-ordered community service not related to theft or violent crime can be done in Free Geek’s recycling center. Bring all relevant paperwork and court documents with for the 30-minute volunteer orientation tour, offered at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday.
Facilities
Free Geek
Contacts
Contact: Office Email: info@freegeek.org