Eco Spark
Give your device a second life!
Inspiredu partners with Ecycle Atlanta to collect unused devices and recycle to repurpose them to give back to underserved families in the community.
Watch the video below to learn more about how you can contribute!
FAQ’s
Q.Why should I donate my unused device?
Computers and laptops have been commonly used in homes and businesses for over two decades; people are consistently running into an issue whenever they discard a previously enjoyed device for a new one.
Q.How long do laptops last?
Laptops and computers last on average anywhere between 3 years (business computers) to 5+ years (personal computers), meaning that by now, most people have previously enjoyed devices they don’t know what to do with.
Q.Why I shouldn’t just throw away my laptop?
It’s risky to discard your previously enjoyed laptop yourself when buying a new computer without professional help wiping the device because it could still have some personal data stored.
There are a number of reasons that people just let old devices sit unused in the closet, attics, and garages.
Q.Why should I recycle my laptop instead?
It just seems wrong to many people to throw away a device that cost so much to begin with. Even though they’re not sure how the laptop could be used in the future, it just seems so wasteful to destroy it.
We partnered with Ecycle Atlanta to make sure this is a seamless process. Ecycle , recycles computers and other electronics in Atlanta, and they have made the process easy, and safe.
Q.How could I extend the life cycle of my device?
Most times when a person upgrades to a new laptop, their previous device can be repurposed and may still have some usable life left. While the device has already been replaced then maybe someday, someone else, like our underserved youth can benefit from that old one.
Q. How can I safely have my device wiped (for Free!) and donate it to a good cause?
Because of all the different places data can hide on a device, many people hold on to old laptops because they’re afraid they won’t wipe the laptop completely and may leave behind some personal data.
Our team at Inspiredu, knows the struggle people have over what to do with those previously enjoyed devices. They don’t want to be wasteful yet they want to make sure the device is totally cleaned of their data.
We have the perfect solution that allows you a professional wipe for free and the satisfaction of donating your computer to a good cause.
Q. What it means when I #donate2educate to the Spark Initiative?
It’s been a struggle for many students and their parents as the pandemic has created an environment where kids have to go to school online. But not all families have the resources to purchase a laptop or device for their children.
You can help those kids by donating your previously enjoyed laptops!
Q. How can I donate my device?
Schedule a drop off today by emailing us at info@iuatl.org or simply filling out the form above and selecting recycle to repurpose.
In order to schedule a pickup, it requires a minimum of 20 devices. Please contact us at info@iuatl.org or simply filling out the form above and selecting recycle to repurpose.
Q. How do I know my device is being securely wiped?
Inspiredu technicians wipe the data using, Active Kill Disk professional, which is a D.O.D certified utility software to securely overwrite data over the hard drive, destroy all partitions, and any unused disk space. If we are unable to wipe the data, then the hard drives are shredded.
Q. What happens after my data is wiped?
After your device is wiped, or shredded, we provide a certificate of data destruction and a donation letter as a receipt of proof so you can be assured that all your data is wiped clean. If you have any questions, please email us at info@iuatl.org
Q. Is my donation tax deductible?
Inspiredu is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Upon successful completion of your donation, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record for tax purposes.
Q. What if my neighbors and friends want to recycle and repurpose their device?
We can help you host an E-Drive in your community which is an event to recycle your equipment in your own neighborhood or workplace to collect these devices! Fill out the form above and will be in touch.