While a 2021 survey showed improvements in digital access among Philadelphia residents, 16% of households still lack a high-speed home internet connection and 25% still lack a working home computer or large screen device. Among low-income residents, 37% have neither a computer or tablet.
PCs for People is proud to announce the expansion to Philadelphia to join other digital inclusion organizations in supporting residents. The new space hosts a storefront for eligible customers, office space for staff, and an intake, data destruction, and refurbishing center for PCs for People’s zero-landfill certified e-recycling services.
As our newest location, PCs for People Pennsylvania is committed to serving the state through computers, internet access, digital skills training, and tech support for families and individuals in underserved communities. We also provide a valuable service to businesses through free, certified, sustainable e-recycling for computers and other retired technology.
Desktop Computers: Linux desktops start at $0, Windows desktops start at $30
Laptop Computers: Windows laptops start at $50
Internet: $60 for the device, $15 per month for service (or free service through the Affordable Connectivity Program)
*Inventory varies, supplies are limited.
Address: 2251 N Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19132
Phone: (215) 621-8118
Email: philadelphia@pcsforpeople.org
When you recycle your electronics with PCs for People, you’ll join thousands of other organizations across the country who put their retired technology to good use. Your devices will be assessed and then recycled (zero-landfill) or refurbished and provided to families, individuals, or nonprofits in need.
If you have a need for a computer distribution pop-up event in your community, want to discuss how to become a distribution center, or other questions about serving your community, please reach out to us at partner@pcsforpeople.org.
To be eligible for purchase from PCs for People, customers must be currently participating in a government-based assistance program or have a qualifying household income (less than 200% of federal poverty guidelines or 60% of area median income).
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