Whether you have hardware to donate or money to contribute, your support directly puts a working computer in the hands of a family that needs one.
Both forms of support are equally valuable, and each one directly maps to a family receiving a computer.
Have old computers sitting in a storage room? We'll handle pickup, wipe the data securely, and put them to work for a family in your community.
Hardware is donated, so $20–40 covers an entire computer build. Your money goes directly to the parts that make each machine fully functional.
SVDE operates under fiscal sponsorship through Hack Club Bank, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All monetary donations are tax-deductible and you will receive proper documentation. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance specific to your situation.
Fill out the form below and we'll be in touch within 2 business days to coordinate pickup and provide donation documentation.
We'll be in touch within 2 business days.
We're pre-launch, targeting our first 5–10 builds in Summer 2026. Early support helps us establish the pipeline and prove the model.
Each computer we build and distribute in Summer 2026 goes directly to a referred family. There's no waiting list, demand is already there.
Because hardware is donated, almost all monetary support goes directly toward parts, not overhead. $40 = one complete build.
Early donors help us prove the model and document the process, the foundation for a replicable chapter network across the Bay Area.
We accept machines in functional or repairable condition. Cosmetic wear is fine, we care about core components working. If you're unsure, reach out and we'll let you know if the machine is a good fit.
We typically work with machines from the past 8–10 years. Older hardware can struggle with modern software requirements. If you have machines outside this window, feel free to ask, we'll assess on a case-by-case basis.
All drives are securely wiped using a multi-pass process before any software is installed. We can provide documentation of the wipe upon request. Your data security is a priority.
Yes. SVDE operates under fiscal sponsorship through Hack Club Bank, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All monetary donations are tax-deductible.
We work with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley to refer families through their existing trusted network, reaching households who genuinely need support in San Jose and Cupertino.
Absolutely. We welcome partnerships of all kinds, from hardware donations to technical volunteers who can help with refurbishment. Reach out via our contact form and we'll find a way to work together.
Fill out a hardware donation inquiry, make a financial contribution, or reach out with any questions.