part of the 2020 MN Broadband Conference

1. pcsforpeople.org

2. MISSION
Through electronic reuse PCs for People provides the opportunity for
low-income individuals and nonprofits to benefit from the life changing
impact of computers, mobile internet, and digital literacy.
Since 1998, PCs for People has been a driving force behind digital
inclusion efforts across the US. We are a self-sustainable 501(c)(3)
nonprofit organization that is a national leader in digital inclusion.
Self-sustainability is driven by our four step approach –
Source, Refurbish, Distribute, and Support.

5. Career Advancement
“I gained skills to complete
my training as a caregiver.
I was able to support
myself and my mother
because of the computer I
purchased through PCs for
People.” -Kiesha, TX
Healthcare
“I was able to recover from a
severe stroke with the use of
my computer. I digitally
communicated with my doctors
and completed my rehab
requirements!”
-Darius, OH
Education
“My computer allowed me
to help my daughter
graduate from high school.
Before that I had no tools
to help her but she did it! I
am so proud of her!”
-Amanda, CA
Social Connection
“My disability makes it hard to
connect or do much outside
my house. I was depressed
and felt useless. With the
computer, I now have my blog,
connect with others, and pay
bills without help.”
-Thomas, MN

6. SOURCE SECURE, RESPONSIBLE,
E-WASTE RECYCLING
PCs for People leads the nation in IT asset disposition, offering
secure data destruction and recycling services.
NAID AAA-Certified
Data Sanitization
R2-Certified
Sustainable Recycling
Free Pickup & Nationwide
Shipping Logistics
Community Impact

7. REFURBISH HIGH-QUALITY,
REFURBISHED COMPUTERS
Each computer goes through a stringent refurbishing processing to
ensure customers receive high-quality computers that are in use long
after our one year warranty.
Each computer is thoroughly cleaned
and returned to like new condition
Every component is tested for 100%
full functionality
Computers are installed with new
licensed copy of Windows 10

8. DISTRIBUTE LOW-COST
HIGH-QUALITY COMPUTERS
& INTERNET
Low-cost and no-cost computers are distributed to income eligible
individuals and nonprofits through various channels.
Retail Stores
Community Distribution Events
E-Commerce
Nonprofit Partners
Desktop Computers
Laptop Computers
Mobile Internet
Computer Repairs

9. SUPPORT CUSTOMER SUPPORT &
DIGITAL LITERACY
Once a customer has received their computers, it is
important that they are confident in their purchase and feel
supported.
1-Year Warranty All computers come with a 1- year hardware
warranty with free return shipping
Affordable Repairs Repairs start at $25.00 with free
diagnosis
Phone Support We provide national ongoing customer
service support for all orders
Digital Literacy PCs for People offers digital literacy
instruction at our locations. Classes are also provided at
distribution events.

10. Contact Information
Mary Lucic
Community Outreach &
Fundraising Manager
mlucic@pcsforpeople.org
651-354-2552 x 122