Fri, 18 Nov 2022 20:32:37 -0800WeeblyWed, 02 Sep 2015 15:53:08 GMThttp://gadgets-for-good.org/blog/welcome-to-gadgets-for-goodWhen I was working on my Ph.D., one of the guiding principles that we, as students, were instilled with was to go forth and create positive social change.   At the time, it seemed like cheesy, feel-good advice, as many of us were just concerned with finishing school. However, soon after I finished my degree, a void was created.  Once you have reached your goal, what is next?  That is when I seriously started thinking about what is my purpose or
passion.
 
I have been an active member of my local Lions Club for over 10 years, so the idea of charitable work seemed like a noble and worthwhile endeavor.  Couple that with having an extensive work and academic background in technology and information systems that the idea for Gadgets For Good started to form.  What if I could take donated computers, laptops, tablets, phones, printer cartridges, etc., and refurbish them for donating to schools, children’s hospitals, shelters, military groups, needy families, and other worthy causes?  In addition, what if we could collaborate with schools and other local groups to help in the collection and restoration process?  This would teach students about the value of reusing technology and importance of community service.  This is exactly our mission at Gadgets For Good.
 
The collection process consists of new and used electronics (see our donation page) as well as some fun, local fundraisers to help us raise money to organize events and cover administrative costs.  With that said, I hope you will consider donating your electronics, a  small monetary gift, or your time to our wonderful cause.  Welcome to Gadgets For Good, we hope you will support our mission.
 
Please contact me at Ronald_Papa@Gadgets-For-Good.org if you have any questions or would like to know more about our organization.

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