Our Computer Labs
Since 2009, young volunteers have been running the Community Empowerment Lab, a unique social-environmental project. We collect hundreds of used computers each year from companies, businesses, social organizations, government offices, and private individuals. We repair and refurbish these computers, after which we donate them to families and organizations in need.
Machshava Tova operates two Community Empowerment Labs next to our Community Technology Centers in Lod and Ramot, two Jerusalem neighborhoods. Volunteers and graduates of our PC technician course are responsible for repairing and refurbishing the computers, and installing licensed Microsoft Windows 10 and Office software programs on them.
The computer labs have three areas of impact:
Disadvantaged Families
The first area includes hundreds of families who receive a computer, which serves as an essential tool for children to do their homework and practice independent and distance learning, for adults to enhance their employment possibilities, and for senior citizens to stay connected with their family and friends.
Disadvantaged Youth
The second area includes disadvantaged youth who are enabled to learn an in-demand profession and can now contribute to their community with their skills.
The Environment
The third area is the positive impact on the environment. Recycling the computers helps reduce electronic waste in Israel.
How to donate?
Do you work at a business or organization and want to donate computers?
We'll pick up donations of 5 computers and more. Please fill in this form, and your donation will be refurbished and given back to the community. We collect computers (Dual Core and above), thin screens, keyboards, mice, and other equipment.
Do you want to buy a refurbished computer at a subsidized price?
All computer distribution is done in cooperation with local welfare offices. Please contact the relevant welfare office, which can assist you in filling out this form. We offer two options:
Complete computer kit
Computer, thin screen, mouse, cables, licensed Microsoft products, 300 NIS.
Computer Only
Licensed Microsoft products, no supporting equipment, 200 NIS.
The pricing differs for organizations – 400 NIS for the kit and 300 NIS for only the computer.
It’s important to note:
The symbolic payment will help us buy replacement computer equipment and operate the labs on an ongoing basis; it is not used for profit. In special cases, an additional subsidy may be provided, at our discretion.
We want nothing more than to provide a computer for every child and family. However, there is a waiting list and we respectfully request your patience.
Want to help out?
Thinking about volunteering?
Logistically, we’re currently unable to collect computer donations from private individuals.
Additionally, we need your assistance in financial donations so we can purchase equipment that must be provided new, such as hard disks, cables, etc
We invite anyone with a technical background and a spirit of volunteerism to join our project, make an impact, and contribute to those in need of computers. You can join our labs in Lod and Jerusalem.
We invite anyone with a volunteering spirit and technical background to join our project, make an impact, and contribute to those in need of computers. You can join our labs in Lod and/or Jerusalem.
Thank you for supporting us! Together, we hope that we can help as many people as possible and ensure that there is a computer for every child and family in Israel.
Thanks for supporting us! We hope that together we can help as many people as possible and make sure that there is a computer for every child and family in Israel.
How can we help you?
For more details, please contact the Labs Director, Aaron Schreiber as@mtova.org.il
