Save Lives.
One Device At A Time.
Keep recyclable materials out of landfills, protect your personal information and give unused devices a new purpose by securely donating phones, tablets, & other electronics to victims of human trafficking and domestic violence.
Save Lives.
One Device At A Time.
Keep recyclable materials out of landfills, protect personal information and give unused devices a new purpose by securely donating to victims & survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence.
Divert waste from landfills by providing emergency devices to survivors of violence & trafficking
While some ask, "How much could I sell my iPhone for?" others are inspired by the thought, "If I donate, I could help save a life & our planet"
Lead the Way in Eco-Friendly Device Disposal
Upgrade to the latest models and devices guilt-free, knowing your old devices are responsibly repurposed for a meaningful cause. Whether it's a single device, a collection you've been holding onto, or setting up a regular donation cycle, every contribution you can make will can create positive impact.
Enhance Corporate Sustainability with Impactful Actions
Achieve your company’s environmental and social goals through simple, cost-effective donations. Make a lasting impact by supporting meaningful causes that seamlessly align with your company's sustainability initiatives and social responsibility commitments.
Lead the Way in Eco-Friendly Device Disposal
Upgrade to the latest models and devices guilt-free, knowing your old devices are responsibly repurposed for a meaningful cause. Whether it's a single device, a collection you've been holding onto, or setting up a regular donation cycle, every contribution you can make will can create positive impact.
Enhance Corporate Sustainability with Impactful Actions
Achieve your company’s environmental and social goals through simple, cost-effective donations. Make a lasting impact by supporting meaningful causes that seamlessly align with your company's sustainability initiatives and social responsibility commitments.
Secure Solutions for Loss Prevention Departments
Efficiently & securely dispose of unclaimed devices to reduce potential liabilities and security risks, ensuring your operations remain compliant and protected. Safeguarding your organization from data breaches while making a positive impact in your community.
Prioritize Safety & Security in Property & Evidence Rooms
Simplify your process of handling confiscated devices to maintain secure and uncompromised evidence lockers, ensuring compliance and positive community impact. Ensure all seized items are securely, and legally, disposed of while making a positive impact by redirecting these devices to help the community.
Secure Solutions for Loss Prevention Departments
Efficiently & securely dispose of unclaimed devices to reduce potential liabilities and security risks, ensuring your operations remain compliant and protected. Safeguarding your organization from data breaches while making a positive impact in your community.
Prioritize Safety & Security in Property & Evidence Rooms
Simplify your process of handling confiscated devices to maintain secure and uncompromised evidence lockers, ensuring compliance and positive community impact. Ensure all seized items are securely, and legally, disposed of while making a positive impact by redirecting these devices to help the community.
Every Donated Device Counts
Since 2004, we have assisted +200,000 victims of human trafficking and domestic violence.
20
people per minute are physically abused
by an intimate partner in the United States. In one year, this adds up to more than 10 million women & men.
27,600,000
human trafficking victims worldwide at any given time. Human traffickers prey on people of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities.
5,300,000,000
estimated number of cell phones will be thrown away this year. 63.2 million tons of
e-waste was generated in 2021.
Every Donated Device Counts
Since 2004, we have assisted +200,000 victims & survivors of human trafficking and domestic violence.
20
people per minute are physically abused
by an intimate partner in the United States.
In one year, this adds up to more than 10 million women & men.
27,600,000
human trafficking survivors worldwide at any given time. Human traffickers prey on people of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities.
5,300,000,000
estimated number of cell phones will be thrown away this year. 63.2 million tons of
e-waste was generated in 2021.
3 Simple Steps to Securely Donate
Your personal data is important, and we understand concerns about privacy when donating devices. But you shouldn’t have to choose between helping others and protecting your information. We ensure your donation is secure and worry-free so you can confidently make a difference. Donate unused electronics to help victims of domestic violence and human trafficking safely access emergency services and rebuild their
lives—all while keeping recyclable devices out of landfills. In just three easy steps, you can turn your old device into a lifeline for survivors.
Your personal data is important, and we understand concerns about privacy when donating devices. But you shouldn’t have to choose between helping others and protecting your information. We ensure your donation is secure and worry-free so you can confidently make a difference. Donate unused electronics to help victims & survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking safely access emergency services and rebuild their lives—all while keeping recyclable devices out of landfills. In just three easy steps, you can turn your old device into a lifeline for survivors.
1. Identify & Decide What to Donate
We accept most personal electronic devices (cell phones, tablets, laptops computers, cameras, smart watches, accessories, and more) and guarantee secure erasure of all sensitive data. New, used, older, and broken devices are accepted.
2. Prepare Your Devices
Back up your data, remove SIM/memory cards, sign out of accounts, factory reset your device⏤we follow a very thorough, legally-certified inspection process when we receive a device and will ensure that any remaining data left on your device is erased.
3. Ship For Free
Request a free shipping label and we'll provide the pre-paid instructions and tracking details. Simply pack items snug in a box or padded envelope.
1. Identify & Decide What to Donate
We accept most personal electronic devices (cell phones, tablets, laptops computers, cameras, smart watches, accessories, and more) and guarantee secure erasure of all sensitive data.
New, used, older, and broken devices are accepted.
2. Prepare Your Devices
Back up your data, remove SIM/memory cards, sign out of accounts, factory reset your device⏤any remaining personal information found on your device will be erased through our DATA-SECURE program, guaranteed.
3. Ship For Free
Request a free shipping label and we'll provide the pre-paid instructions and tracking details. Simply pack items snug in a box or padded envelope.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Whether this is your first time donating or you're looking to secure a partnership with our organization, our team is here to provide guidance and support. We aim to make the process as smooth as possible by offering clear answers to common questions. Explore the FAQs to learn more about how you can get involved
Is my donation tax deductible?
It is the responsibility of the donor to determine the value of the donated items. The Charitable Recycling Foundation does not assign monetary values to donated items. Contributions may or may not be tax-deductible based on your individual tax circumstances. For guidance on the potential tax deductibility of your contribution, please consult a tax professional.
What is your secure data removal protocol?
We guarantee secure data erasure of devices. We utilize state-of-the-art data-clearing software, and the erasure is documented internally. The software is certified to provide data erasure to the latest DOD 5220.22-M standards and is continually being updated as advances are made in the technology for clearing these devices. We check to confirm data erasure at least three times during processing. Items that are damaged or unusable are securely disposed of through an ISO 14001 R2 certified recycler.
Is there anything I need to do before donating?
APPLE DEVICES: If you own an Apple product, you will need to disable the activation lock feature on your device before sending it in for donation. Simply sign out of your iCloud before factory resetting it. You can do this by going to Settings > Apple ID > Sign Out. After that, Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings
ANDROID DEVICES: Turn off the phone and then press and hold the Volume Up key and Power key simultaneously until the Android system recovery screen appears. Use the Volume Down key to highlight the “wipe data/factory reset” option and then use the Power button to make the selection.
Do you accept broken devices?
Yes! If the device still works, we may either replace the screen or use it for parts on another device. If any device doesn’t pass clearing, then we remove the motherboard for secure recycling and use the item for parts. A device is deemed unusable if it cannot be cleared of user data, it does not work and cannot be repaired, or it is obsolete and cannot access a wireless network. These devices are considered e-waste and are either used for parts in another repair or are recycled with an ISO 14001 R2 certified electronic recycler.
What do you do when you receive a device?
We follow a very thorough inspection process when we receive a device. First, we record the electronic serial number of each item if available. We then inspect the device for damage and usability. Items that are damaged or unusable are securely disposed of through an ISO 14001 R2 certified recycler. Items that are not damaged are checked against several device status databases to ensure the device has not been reported as stolen. If the device is clear, we inspect it for cosmetic damage that may affect usability. If a device is deemed unusable because of cosmetic damage it is securely disposed of. If the device passes the cosmetic inspection, we fully test its functionality and remove all data.
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