Refurbished Computers

The PATINS PROJECT Refurbished Computer Program (RCP) refurbishes used donated computer equipment. We are the official lead agency in Indiana for the National Cristina Foundation (NCF), a not-for-profit, national donation channel for refurbished computer technology. We have also partnered with Aidmatrix, a not-for-profit who delivers powerful solution tools to connect those who have, with those in need. We also accept donations from individuals and corporations that have useful computer equipment. The purpose of these project activities is to funnel used computer technology to the PATINS Project. We then refurbished the computer technology and provide it to disabled, disadvantaged or at-risk Indiana students where a need for technology exists. We are a Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR) through the partnership with the Recycled Computers for the Disabled, Inc. (RCDI), a not-for-profit organization established by a local cardiologist with The Care Group. We are a member of the TechSoup organization, a national recognized partner for reuse and recycled computer equipment. We currently install Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP Professional operating systems, and Open Office Suite for application use.   Indiana public school administrators, special education directors, and school personnel are eligible to apply for FREE refurbished technology to be used in the classroom or provide it for home use. A limit of ten computer systems per school per year is our policy.  Special needs above this must be approved in writing by the PATINS Project State Director, Vicki Hershman.  A computer system equates to a computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, and speakers. We no longer provide printers or scanners. Applications are filled on a first come-first served basis when the appropriate equipment becomes available.  Computers are distributed on an AS IS basis.  PATINS does not provide technical support for these computers.                                     Donate YOUR useable computer equipment DO NOT RECYCLE YOUR OLD EQUIPMENT!  Refurbish your unused computer related equipment through the PATINS Project first. Most residences, businesses, and schools pay to get rid of or recycle their older computer related equipment to recyclers within the state.  PATINS does not charge for the equipment you donate that is used for this program.  Donations must meet the following specifications listed below. We ask for your help in finding new donors for our program.

CLICK HERE To submit application on-line
Note: Parents of students must have teacher of record submit the on-line application!

For more information on the PATINS Refurbished Computer Project or to donate equipment, please contact Walt Daigle, Coordinator, Refurbished Computer Program.