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Working to Advance Device Ownership

In a society where increasingly we are defined by access to information and what we earn is what we learn, if you don’t have access to technology, you’re going to be left in the digital dark ages. That’s what the digital divide is all about.

- William Kennard, FORMER Federal COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION Chairman

Digitunity works to ensure everyone who needs a computer has one. We partner, lead, coordinate, educate, ignite and unite people, ideas, and solutions.

We offer access to technology resources, opportunities, and programming support designed to inform, promote, connect, and strengthen individual nonprofits and the people they serve.

Here is a look at some of the things we are working on:

Supporting Nonprofit Refurbishers

Digitunity proudly supports the 90+ member Alliance For Technology Refurbishing and Reuse, a national collective of nonprofit computer refurbishers whose missions are to bridge the digital divide in communities from coast to coast.

Advocating for Change

Digitunity works to advance policies and practices that support digital equity by building public awareness, advocating for legislation that expands device ownership, and voicing support for peer organizations’ efforts.

Exploring Community Connectedness

Together with its partner Visible Network Labs, Digitunity is using a network science approach to examine the depth and strength of relationships and levels of trust among community organizations.

Addressing the Homework Gap

In this 10-city pilot project, Digitunity is working together with community-based organizations and nonprofit computer refurbishers to ensure 20,000 K-12 students and their families can obtain a connected computer.

Advancing Digital Literacy

Digitunity is working in collaboration with community-based organizations within its Digital Opportunity Network to offer digital skills workshops in communities that are most affected by the digital divide.

Sourcing and Placing Donated Technology

Through its proprietary technology donation matching platform and high touch corporate concierge service, Digitunity is generating corporate and individual donations of technology and placing those donations with community-based organizations nationwide.

“Planar has supported Digitunity with donated equipment several times, most recently in January. The 800-screen donation was received by one of [Digitunity's] local partner organizations in Columbus, Ohio and made a significant impact in bridging the digital divide. That donation not only supported their mission, but also supported the nonprofit organizations they work with in their local community.”

"I would like to take this opportunity to THANK Digitunity for the donation of laptops to help veterans! I am an 100% disabled veteran who served in the Vietnam War. I never thought at my age I would be using a computer, let alone a laptop. The laptop enables me to use the internet to follow up with my VA appointments, benefits, and other veteran related programs. It also allows me to see my doctor virtually."

"Once technology is in someone’s hands, the possibilities are endless. They can reach their goals with greater ease. They are empowered with a sense of control they have over their lives. They no longer need to find a library nearby, or borrow a friend’s computer, or do any and all research from a Smartphone. Life becomes more manageable; and aspirations become realities."

I'm very impressed with your organization, from the original interface when I submitted my information about the copier I have, to all subsequent communications from you. I recognize you may not be able to find anyone who can use the equipment I have, but the efforts you're putting into trying are impressive. I also appreciate you set a deadline by which you will stop the hunt and offer me disposal options. I'm definitely going to let friends know about your services; it's a great thing you're doing, and you're doing it smartly. Thank you!"

"Digitunity connections certainly help us have computers and related technology available to support individuals with disabilities through our reutilization program, which includes all types of assistive technology and durable medical equipment."

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Our Programs

Working to Advance Device Ownership

Digitunity works to ensure everyone who needs a computer has one. We partner, lead, coordinate, educate, ignite and unite people, ideas, and solutions.

Here is a look at some of the things we are working on:

For the latest updates on Digitunity's efforts, please sign up for our newsletter.

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