Human-I-T is a social enterprise that creates equitable access to opportunity by providing devices, internet access, digital skills training, and tech support to communities left on the wrong side of the digital divide. At the same time, we empower businesses and organizations to do good by diverting technology from landfills, reducing e-waste, and protecting our planet
About Us
We Turn E-Waste Into Access to Technology
Our Mission
We Help Close the Digital Divide, and Protect the Planet from E-Waste
In the U.S. alone, about 41 million laptops and computers combined are thrown away every year. All the while students can’t do homework, job seekers can’t apply online, and families can’t access healthcare.
We’re here to bridge the gap. To provide affordable devices, reliable internet, digital skills, and ongoing support to those who need it most. Without these, people face barriers to education, employment, and essential services that define modern life.
And that’s why Human-I-T is here.
Our All-Time Impact
523
Technology items distributed
110
Households connected to the internet
11.5
Digital literacy learners supported
30
Tech support tickets resolved
15.1
Pounds of e-waste diverted from landfills
The Human-I-T Donation Flow Chart Model
This model allows Human-I-T to maximize every donation’s impact while reducing electronic waste, ensuring a scalable and sustainable approach to closing the digital divide.
The Beliefs That Drive Our Impact
We believe…
access to technology is a right, not a privilege.
We believe…
recycling is no longer a sufficient method for disposing waste sustainably; given the scale of the climate crisis, reuse is now a prerequisite for protecting the planet
We believe…
social entrepreneurship cultivates a more conscious form of capitalism that balances purpose and profit.
We believe…
in inspiring the next generation to lead with purpose.
We believe…
shrinking the digital divide can only be achieved by removing systemic social and economic barriers.
We believe…
equitable access to information and technology empowers people to achieve their fullest potential.
What Makes Human-I-T Different?
Unlike a traditional 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Human-I-T operates as a social enterprise, creating a self-sustaining cycle that supports its mission. Instead of relying solely on donor contributions, Human-I-T maximizes the value of donated technology through a circular economy model:
Technology Donations
Corporations donate unused or end-of-life technology instead of sending it to landfills
Device Refurbishment
Every device receives NAID AAA-certified data sanitization with comprehensive reporting
Corporate Engagement
Many businesses that donate technology also support Human-I-T as corporate sponsors, strengthening our mission.
Resale for Sustainability
Refurbished devices reach individuals and families through our programs and low-cost store
E-Waste Reduction
Any unusable devices are ethically recycled, ensuring a zero-waste approach.
Meet The Humans of Human-I-T
We love what we do and it shows. Click below to meet the people who make it possible for us to shrink the digital divide and learn more about how our culture enables us to serve our communities with excellence.
Technology Partners
