Volunteer Power in Action: Kaiser Permanente Volunteers (and Board Leadership) Help Refurbish Tech in Our Warehouse
At Tech Exchange, every laptop, desktop, and monitor that comes through our doors represents an opportunity to connect a family, student, or community member to the digital world. But turning surplus hardware into ready-to-use technology takes real hands-on effort—and recently, our warehouse was filled with the energy and enthusiasm to make it happen!
We were thrilled to host an incredible group of 17 dedicated volunteers from Kaiser Permanente who rolled up their sleeves and spent the day working side-by-side with our warehouse team. From inspecting devices to prepping hardware for the refurbishing pipeline, their hard work directly accelerates our mission to bridge the digital divide across the Bay Area.
Leadership in the Stacks: Advisory Board Member Nicole Wilkins Steps Up
What made this volunteer day even more inspiring was seeing leadership in action right on the warehouse floor.
Nicole Wilkins, a valued member of the Tech Exchange Advisory Board, joined her fellow Kaiser Permanente volunteers for the day. Nicole didn't just visit—she jumped right into the refurbishing process alongside the crew, modeling the exact spirit of community leadership and hands-on service that drives our organization forward.
How You Can Help Power Our Mission
Events like this highlight a vital truth: we can’t close the digital divide alone. Whether you have unused technology or time to share, there are two primary ways you can keep our refurbishing pipeline moving forward:
1. Donate Your Devices 📦
Refurbishing technology starts with having hardware to work on! If your company has corporate tech surplus, or if you have unused laptops, computers, or monitors gathering dust, donate them to Tech Exchange. We give your devices a second life, ensuring they reach local families who need them most.
2. Bring Your Team to Volunteer 🤝
Looking for an impactful, hands-on team-building experience? Our warehouse volunteer days are perfect for corporate groups, community organizations, or individuals who want to make a tangible difference. You’ll work directly with our hardware team to prep, test, and package equipment for distribution.
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you're looking to clear out surplus hardware or schedule your team's next volunteer day, we’d love to collaborate with you!
💻 Donate Tech: Learn how to drop off or arrange a corporate pickup for device donations.
🛠️ Sign Up to Volunteer: Reserve a volunteer slot for yourself or your corporate group.
Visit techexchange.org or reach out to our team directly to get started today!
