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TechSoup.Org is a nonprofit offering technology product donations and education exclusively for nonprofits and libraries. "How to Use TechSoup." is a step-by-step guide (April 2011).
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How to Use TechSoup
Technology donations for nonprofits and libraries
Product DonationsLearning Center
Online Community
About TechSoupWe are working toward a time when every nonprofit and social benefit organization on
the planet has the technology resources and knowledge they need.
TechSoup Global, founded in 1987 as The CompuMentor Project, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides technology assistance to other nonprofit
organizations in the United States and in 35 countries. In the last 10 years, TechSoup Global has saved the world’s nonprofit sector more than $2
billion in IT expenses.
What will you find at TechSoup.Org?
• TechSoup is a nonprofit with a clear focus: providing other nonprofits and libraries with technology that empowers them to fulfill their missions and serve their communities.
• TechSoup has articles, blogs, free webinars, and forums led by expert hosts are available to all users.
• Once qualified with TechSoup, nonprofits and libraries can access 400+ technology products from more than 45 donor partners — including Microsoft, Adobe, Cisco, Intuit, and Symantec.
• All donated and discounted products are available for a small admin fee that supports our work in the U.S. and around the world.
Get Product Donations
Donations from 45 technology partners
Example of a detailed product page
Get Started
Step 1: Join TechSoup (Individual user profile) Step 2: Register Your OrganizationStep 3: Fax a copy of your IRS 501(c)(3) letterStep 4: Check Your Organization’s EligibilityStep 5: Request a Donation and Check Out
Step 1: Join TechSoup (create an Individual user profile)
Step 2: Register Your Organization (or link to an existing account)
Step 3: Fax a copy of your IRS 501(c)(3) “Nonprofit Letter”to 800-633-9400
Step 4: Check Your Organization’s Eligibility
Now that you’ve qualified for TechSoup, review every technology partner’s unique guidelines to check product eligibility – with the touch of a button.
Step 5: Request a Donation
• Find a product• Review the product details• Add it to your cart
Step 6: Check Out
Digital Catalog
TechSoup Learning Center
Latest Articles
Browse by Topic
Security Corner
GreenTech
TechSoup for Libraries
Webinars– Free weekly webinars– Follow-up conversation in the
community forum– Slides & Recordings available
“By The Cup” & “New Product Alert”
TechSoup Community
TechSoup Blog
TechSoup in Second Life
Find us on Facebook
Help/Contact Us• Client Services• (800) 659-3579 • For faster service, please
have your organization's EIN, Tax ID Number, or your TechSoup Donation Request Number on hand when you call.
• Submit questions via emailVisit our Frequently Asked Questions
• Press Contact• Glenn Hirsch• TSG Communications
(415) 633-9403 [email protected]
TechSoup.Org is part of TechSoup Global
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