[Sqg-program] FW: Gateway Offers Free Computers for Non-Profits
Perrigan, Glen
Glen.Perrigan@dep.state.fl.us
Thu, 4 Apr 2002 15:17:43 -0500
Subject: Gateway Offers Free Computers for Non-Profits
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Gateway Computers is donating up to 4,500 computers that were used in
the Winter Olympic Games to non-profit organizations. Donations will be =
made
sometime in April 2002, but you need to register. For more information
and to register your group, visit
http://www.gateway.com/olympics/donations.shtml=20
Even if you don't work for a non-profit, you may be aware of one that =
you
support that could
very much use new computers. Please pass along to your respective =
networks.
Here's the information posted at the site:
Gateway Olympic Sponsorship PC Donation Program:=20
In support of our commitment to socially responsible corporate =
citizenship,
following the completion of the 2002 Olympic Winter Games in Salt Lake =
City,
Gateway will donate up to 4,500 computers.
Grant consideration is limited to eligible organizations recognized by =
the
Internal Revenue Service as a nonprofit entity, with priority given to
schools and community centers whose programs help enhance access to
technology for traditionally under-served communities.
These systems were supplied to the Salt Lake Organizing Committee for =
use
during 2002 Olympic Winter Games to track official event results, =
statistics
and standings for athletes, coaches, spectators, officials and the =
media. Any
organization interested in being considered must complete an online
application; faxed or written applications will not be accepted.
The application will be posted on this web site from April 2 to July 31,
2002. Please return to complete and submit your application for
consideration.