MINNESOTA COMPUTERS FOR SCHOOLS

Education. Environment. Employment.

Minnesota Computers for Schools’ (MCFS) programming is aimed at: increasing technology access and related skills for Minnesota’s students; offering ‘green’ technology-based workforce development; and providing an invaluable resource for companies and organizations to recycle their replaced computer systems while supporting education in Minnesota.

In partnership with the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Stillwater, MCFS trains inmates to refurbish and upgrade computer hardware donated by businesses. Components that are not refurbished are recycled. The refurbished systems provide affordable technology solutions for Minnesota K-12 public, private and charter schools, nonprofit organizations serving disadvantaged youth and students with special needs. MCFS also offers digital literacy and technology workforce training to youth in schools and community settings. Programs include:

• Support of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) learning initiatives
• Pilot recycling/refurbishing training program for at-risk youth at Guadalupe Alternative Program School
• Special Kids program assisting young people who are frequently absent or are having significant difficulties in the classroom because of chronic illness or other special needs.

Donate any amount; the benefits are priceless:

Education- Minnesota students gain access to the technology and related skills needed to succeed in school

Environment - Over 200,000 lbs of waste is diverted from landfills each year

Employment - Youth and adults are provided competitive job skills that increase their employability in high-demand technology-related fields