#TechNOW is back!
For over two decades, Free Geek has provided e-waste recycling services by taking in unwanted technology, diverting it from landfills and putting it into the hands of community members who need it the most. Over the last six years, we've worked with a network of digital equity practitioners and other partners to identify the communities most impacted by digital inequality.
With sustainability being a pillar of Free Geek, we've joined the ground roots movement in Right to Repair, advocated for technology reuse through our membership with the Alliance for Technology Refurbishing & Reuse, and a key contributor to the Digital Inclusion Network.
In partnership with Free Geek, the business community is uniting to host a series of technology collection sites across the Portland Metro Area throughout the month of April. This year, we've partnered with our friends at the Rose Festival where the first 1,000 technology donors will recieve passes to the Rose Festival parade!
We'll be hosting a series of technology collection events around Portland Metro Area.
#TechNOW Events:
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Date/Time |
Location |
Partner |
Specific Directions |
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April 13th |
5100 NE Dawson Creek Drive, Hillsboro |
First Tech Federal Credit Union |
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April 19th |
9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Portland, OR 97223 |
Washington Square Mall & Audacy |
Washington Square Mall |
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April 20th |
1333 NW Eastman Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97030 |
City of Gresham |
Gresham Civic Center |
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April 25th |
930 SW Hall St, Portland, OR 97201 |
TAO & Wings Conference |
PSU Viking Pavillion *Part of Wings Conference |
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April 26th |
1501 SW Jefferson St., Portland 97201 |
KGW |
KGW 8 Studios Parking Lot |
#TechNOW FAQ's
What can I donate?
In order to focus efforts on the devices most in demand, the Technology NOW campaign will only accept laptops (including their power adapters), tablets, and cellphones.
What does the donation drop-off process look like?
Donating is simple, easy and safe by following these four steps:
- Before you arrive at the donation site, please prepare your donation (e.g. untangle & tie up any cords, remove laptops from bags, and attach any power adapters to their associated equipment, etc.).
- When it is your turn simply unload the donation directly into the bin provided, and you are done!
Will I get a donation receipt for this drive?
Due to the expected volume of drop offs and to ensure the safety of everyone involved, Free Geek will not be offering receipts on site at these events. You can visit receipt.freegeek.org to fill out a brief form and have a receipt emailed to you.
