FOR NONPROFITS & SCHOOLS

We seek to make tangible impacts on local communities, families, and individuals in the Bay Area. ​
Stay tuned for the 2022-23 #OaklandUndivided Tech Check ✔ survey to sign up for a free laptop and home internet service. All Oakland public school families are encouraged to complete the Tech Check survey online or with support from school site staff.


REFURBISHED COMPUTERS
Need a lab? Need to order computers in bulk?

LOW-COST COMPUTERS: Tech Exchange provides high-quality, low-cost and environmentally friendly refurbished computers. Over the last 25 years Tech Exchange has installed and supported hundreds of community labs for housing partners, schools, community centers, and senior citizen centers.  Technicians provide a site assessment and work with partners on optimal lab setup.  ​

Services include delivery, installation, configuration, and ongoing onsite warranty support.   Our team provides complimentary assessments and works to provide solutions that meet your needs and budget. We offer a 1-year warranty on all computers.

Email info@techexchange.org to learn more.


HOME ACCESS

Tech Exchange organizes events with schools and community partners to help ensure that students and families have the tools needed to be digitally connected. Tech Exchange partners with schools and organizations to hold site-based Tech Night and Tech Fair events.

Events consist of...

Digital Literacy Workshops (topics may include):
  • Computer setup
  • Login to accounts
  • Antivirus software
  • Safe browsing practices
  • Educational resources

Assistance with Internet Signup
We assist individuals with the process of signing up for home Internet and advise on the best-value services. We support families in making initial contact with the service provider.


Computer Distribution
Tech Exchange will deliver and distribute computers to attendees.

Attendees receive a free refurbished Windows 10 desktop computer with an array of pre-installed software, including an office suite, multimedia programs, antivirus, parental controls and one-year warranty. Tech Exchange will also have low-cost upgraded computers and peripherals available for purchase.

Email info@techexchange.org to learn more.


DIGITAL SKILLS WORKSHOPS
Tech Exchange currently provides digital inclusion services to 10 different public housing sites across the Bay Area, with varying needs. We provide support to residents across varying languages (English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, etc), ages (youths, working adults, seniors) and technology experience levels (beginner, intermediate, or advanced). We understand residents of some of these populations are vulnerable and underserved. ​​

Digital Skills Curriculum
Workshops are tailored to the specific needs of residents following a due-diligence process to determine existing skills and areas of potential improvement. Workshops are easily adapted for more or less skilled technology users, as well as for seniors who may be less familiar with computers and the internet. Student learning outcomes covered by skill-level may include how to:

  • Setup computer hardware (mouse, keyboard, monitor, and power supply)
  • Operate computers with Windows 10 operating system.
  • Use the keyboard and mouse to navigate the computer and execute basic tasks such as word processing and sending emails.
  • Create and use free professional email addresses.
  • Begin to use the Google Suite (Google Docs, etc.)
  • Understand the essentials of internet and search engine use.
  • Use external storage devices like USB/thumb drives to save files and documents.
  • Use printers to print documents.
  • Use scanners to create digital files from paper documents.

​Email info@techexchange.org to learn more.

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