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Goodwill of South Central Wisconsin has
partnered with Dell to implement the Reconnect program – a program
where residents can donate any brand of computer equipment in any
condition and just about anything that can be attached to a
computer, FREE OF CHARGE. Donations are tax deductible as
allowed by law.
A list of specific items that can be accepted
and other information may be found at
www.goodwillscwi.org. Goodwill asks that:
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If you are donating a hard drive, back up any valuable
information and erase sensitive data before dropping it off. If you
want to completely erase the hard drive, you can find a number of
free services available online. Dell and Goodwill Industries do not
accept liability for lost or confidential data or software.
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If the glass is broken on your monitor or scanner,
place it in a cardboard box lined with a large plastic garbage bag.
Seal the box and clearly label it with “broken monitor” or “broken
scanner” and the date.
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If you are donating software, include the license key.
Equipment may be dropped off at any attended Goodwill donation
center, including the donation center located at 2496 Highway 14
East, in Richland Center (649-9456). If you have a large
quantity of equipment to donate, please call your preferred donation
site to schedule a donation time.
The Reconnect program is designed primarily for
residential computer users. However, Goodwill will gladly accept
computer equipment from businesses other than those involved with
repairing or refurbishing computers or computer equipment. If you
are an eligible business with five or more pieces, the equipment
must be dropped off at 1302 Mendota St. on Madison’s eastside.
Please call 608-246-3140 to arrange a convenient drop off time.
Reconnect is managed to both Goodwill and
Dell's high standards for workplace and environmental safety. All
collection and recycling practices are audited by a third party to
ensure these standards are met. These standards include an absolute
prohibition on the export of waste and on the landfill of any
environmentally sensitive material.
Your donation generates revenue for Goodwill’s
mission. Thanks to these and other donations Goodwill is helping
build better communities by providing employment, housing and
support for people with disabilities and other challenges.
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