Tech To Help

A Technology Recycle Program For Epilepsy & Autism

TechtoHelp

Thank you for your consideration in recycling and donating your used tablet or phone.  Many families with special needs children are already financially overwhelmed with medical and insurance expenses.  The Stroup Kids For Kids Foundation created the Tech To Help program to help eliminate the financial burden of high-tech equipment and still get these useful devices into the hands of these children.

Donated devices will be given to children with epilepsy or autism at NO cost.  These devices can be used as assistive devices, communication devices for both verbal & non-verbal, aids for deaf & visually impaired (common for Aicardi Syndrome children) and a source of comfort for MANY of these children.  We see it EVERY day first hand with our daughter, Addie.

To be part of the Tech To Help program as a device donor or child recipient, please follow the simple steps below.

Thanks again for taking part in our Tech To Help program and for making a difference for a child with epilepsy or autism.

To donate a device:

  1. Print and fill out the Tech To Help Device Donation Application form ( Click Here to Download Application)
  2. Wipe the device of any login accounts (apple, iTunes, google, Microsoft, etc.) and personal data
  3. Print out self-addressed shipping label for device (Click Here to Download Label)
  4. Package and Mail the donated/recycled device
  5. Will receive a conformation email from the foundation when the device has been received.
  6. Will receive a tax deductible letter from the foundation when the device has been processed

Shipping the Device
Please use the pre-addressed label below to mail your device.  Simply print the label and follow these shipping instructions:

  • Wipe the device of any personal data and logout of iCloud, Google, Microsoft, or other device management accounts. For more information see our Device Wiping Section Below
  • Wrap the device with newspaper or bubbly wrap to avoid damage
  • Don’t forget to include the plug for charging the device
  • Print out and included in the package, the Tech To Help Device Donation Application. Fill out ALL required sections to receive email conformation that we received the device and a tax deductible receipt that will be mailed within 2-4 weeks.
  • Print out pre-addressed shipping label and affix to the package.

Tech To Help Drop Off Locations
We soon hope to partner with local businesses in the Baltimore area to be a supported Tech To Help device drop off location.  Check back for future drop off locations.

Device Wiping
Before you donate your device, you should:

  • Backup all your data, including contacts
  • Log out of services like iTunes, apple ID, iCloud, Google. Microsoft, email, social media, etc.
  • Remove any passcode to enter the device
  • Remove your personal information (see device specific instructions from the respective vendor)
  • Keep the serial number of the tablet or phone on file for your records

Apple devices:
https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT201351
Android device:
https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/how-to-wipe-android-phone-or-tablet/

To receive a donated device:

  1. The requirements and device application form to qualify for a donated tablet or phone is coming soon…

The Stroup Kids For Kids Epilepsy Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization with 100% of the money donated going to our projects. We are a volunteer run foundation with no operation costs. We currently raise money through our Tri To Help® and Walk To Help™ events.  Please visit our Funded Programs page for foundation impact details.