How to Get A Laptop Computer Grant Free

Laptop computers are no longer considered just a luxury, many people need them for school, employment, and for other practical means. Many grants are available to help college students buy computers for study, home school students, disabled individuals/the elderly, and those who must stay at home to work.

Instructions

1. For home school students wishing to find grant funding for a laptop computer contact you local school district. Most school districts receive annual funding to assist in the learning of area home school students. Many of such grants note the importance of having a computer for students learning form home.

2. Disabled adults or other individuals who are unable to seek employment outside the home may seek grant funding to buy a laptop computer through the local vocational rehabilitation center. Individuals must be able to show some reassurance that they will be able to obtain some form of income by the use of the computer. Some grants will come with a year of paid Internet connection.

3. Collage students wishing to have financial help in purchasing a laptop, will need to see their financial aid counselor the college administration office. Many grant will give favor to students who do distance studies or who work full time that will find it difficult to use public computers.

4. Senior citizens and other individuals who are seeking grant funding for a computer for social reasons should contact the Department of aging. Most grants for senior citizens to get computers to help them connect with family and friends are funded by private foundations. Even though the Department of Aging is government operated, they will know where to refer individual that qualify for assistance. Most organizations will require a referral from a government agency before accepting a grant application.

5. Individuals who would benefit from a computer socially and/or career wise due to a disability should also contact the local vocational rehabilitation office. The office will be able to direct individuals to other off branches of the rehabilitation agencies as needed.

Tips & Warnings

• Not all individuals or groups will be qualified to receive a grant for a laptop.

Resources

• Reccomended Books for grant writing
• How to Find Instant or Fast Grants
• How to Find Out What Government Grants A Person Qualifies For
• How to Find Government Grants For Building and Equipment