PC's For Kids – PC's For Kids

Donate Items to Us

Computers, laptops,
cables, IT equipment,
any eWaste items

Nominate a Child for a computer

Apply via a support organisation

Welcome to PCs for Kids

PCs for Kids is a self-funded, registered charity, run entirely by volunteers.

We are located in Geelong, Victoria and recently moved to Douro Street in North Geelong after many years in Newtown.

The work that is done here helps many children and families by:
– providing computers free of charge to eligible children and youth under 18
– donating money to primary schools to assist in providing extra activities.

Donate a PC

Donations of computers, laptops, cables and any other IT equipment are accepted from businesses, schools and the general public. We accept anything classified as eWaste.

We have a van and will pick-up from businesses and schools with an hour’s drive from central Geelong.

We have a small shop where we sell second-hand computers. laptops, and various computer components and accessories at very reasonable prices.

Not all computers or equipment are suitable for refurbishment. What isn’t suitable is deconstructed and recycled as e-waste – very little needs to go to landfill.

Repair a PC

We offer a repair service for computers and laptops at an affordable price.

The proceeds contribute to the running costs.

Get in touch with us to find out about the repair service we offer.

Nominate a Child for a PC

PCs for Kids donates refurbished computers to children or youth under 18 years of age who are in personal or family circumstances which prevent them having the required access to a suitable computer.

Applications must come from a support organisation or a school. Applicants must have a valid health care or pension card which includes the child’s name.

If you know of a child who you believe should be considered, please Contact Us for further information.

To apply complete the following steps and email or post documents to PCs for Kids (as per Contact Us page).

1: Download and complete the Application for Computer form.

2: Obtain a signed letter on letterhead from the referring organization indicating the applicable circumstances and the benefits to the child of receiving a computer.

3: Take a copy of the applicable pension or health care card (this will be destroyed after approval).

Volunteering at PCs for Kids

If you live in Greater Geelong area.

If you have some spare time and are looking for a special way to use it then join our team of enthusiastic volunteers.

Come and have a chat with us and see if you would like to register your interest.
If we match your needs and vice versa then PCs for Kids would be happy to welcome you aboard as a volunteer when a position becomes available.
Roles include:
— Technician
— Office/Shop Administrator
— Recycling Dismantler

PCs for Kids is a member of Volunteering Geelong who will also take enquiries and applications for current positions.

Our location

We are located at 1 Douro Street, North Geelong, VIC-3215.

Monday to Friday: 9am to 3pm

About Us

Our Organisation – how we operate

PCs for Kids is a self-funded registered charity, staffed entirely by volunteers.
PCs for Kids is an incorporated association governed by a board of management including a voluntary position of CEO who is responsible for day-day operations.
Victorian Reg. Non-Profit Program No A0038152Y
PC’s For Kids Inc.(asic.gov.au)

ABN: 18 481 494 399

Our Purpose – what we do with the money we earn

PCs for Kids donates computers to children who are in personal or family circumstances which prevent them having the required access to a suitable computer. The child must be nominated by a relevant support organisation.
Maintaining a stock of computers suitable for providing to children in need is the highest priority.
Since 2020 PCs for Kids has taken a rejuvenated management approach enabling more funds to be raised from the equipment donated via more items available for sale in the shop and more focused recycling. The additional money raised is donated to primary schools enabling provision of activities such as camps to benefit even more children.

Computers provided free of charge to children in need
457 provided 2020-2025
Cash donations to schools in the Geelong and Bellarine region
$185,000 donated 2020-2024 to over 20 different schools
plus $12,000 to Barwon Health Foundation for items in Children’s wards.

Our Finances – how we raise funds

Sales from our shop
– we refurbish and resell some computers, accessories and other items donated to us.
Payment for computer and laptop repairs
– do not have to have been purchased from or provided by us.
Payment from Recyclers
– for dismantled e-waste. This is a growing activity.

Small Businesses, Big Impact: Donating Laptops to Kids in Need

In and around Geelong, small businesses are making a powerful difference—one laptop at a time. Through generous donations of laptops and IT equipment, these local champions are helping bridge the digital divide for children and youth who need it most. Every suitable laptop donated goes directly to a child under the age of 18 facing personal or family challenges that limit access to technology. PCs for Kids refurbishes these laptops and delivers them free of charge, supporting the community goal that no child is left behind in their education or development. If you are a small business with unused laptops, your contribution could change a life.

Our Partners

These are some of our local organisations that have generously donated large amounts of e-waste, out of date office equipment, old pcs and more, to be refurbished and re-used or recycled by our volunteers