Computers for Low Income Families in Michigan
Computers are a necessity in this era. However, computers are not accessible to individuals in many low income families. These individuals are not exempt from the need for either a desktop or laptop computer for work and social purposes. Many organizations, such as for-profit, non-profit, educational institutions and companies, provide a means for low income families in Michigan to receive computers. Many services are provided on a first-come-first-served basis, so call and complete necessary applications as quickly as possible.
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Computers With Causes
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Computers With Causes accepts donations of single and bulk computers. The main goal of Computers With Causes is to provide a refurbished computer from donors towards educational or learning programs. Serving many states, including Michigan, the company has a brief application on its website which allows an individual to state his contact information, write about himself and explain his need for a computer.
Matrix Human Services Center
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Matrix Human Services Center partners with New Covenant of Peace and World Impact Ministries, to provide computers for low income families in Michigan. Call 313-526-4000 to see if your zip code is eligible. Go to 13560 East McNichols Street, which is at the intersection of Schoenherr Road and East McNichols, and complete a "Get Connected" survey. You will later receive a call so that you can attend a free, required computer class. Class time is 30 hours, 6 hours per week for 5 weeks. At the completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion and also either a laptop or a desktop computer.
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Broadband Technology Opportunities Program
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Michigan State University received $6 million of federal funding in August 2010 through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Beginning in mid 2010, of 207 city and rural locations in Michigan, 2,232 computers were scheduled to be placed in public housing centers, libraries, Community of Christ facilities and community colleges. The goal of this Broadband Technology Opportunities Program is to provide computers for those who cannot afford a computer and broadband access.
Michigan Department of Human Service
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Call your local Department of Human Service office and request that a representative provide a list of resources available to individuals in the community who require education or training for purposes of employment. Inform the representative that you are seeking computer resources. Inquire about available resources in the community as well as if there are any resources that will fund a computer for your home.
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