Give IT Get IT

What Give IT Get IT does

Give IT Get IT (legal entity: Information Technology Exchange; EIN 55-0788650) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2002 in Belfast, Maine and now headquartered at 60 Industrial Street in Waterville following the 2019–2020 acquisition of eWaste Alternatives. The organization operates a dual-sided digital inclusion platform: on the supply side it runs Recycle IT, a corporate IT asset disposition service that receives surplus business technology, performs secure digital data destruction, and either refurbishes or recycles devices under a Zero Landfill policy; on the demand side it distributes low and no-cost refurbished computers — bundled with training and technical support through Learn IT — to income-eligible individuals, families, students, seniors, nonprofits, and libraries via Apply for IT and Shop IT. Its core technology is the refurbishment-to-Linux and Windows 11 upgrade pipeline, with a stated $150-per-kit build cost supported by sponsorships and the Build IT youth STEM assembly program (ages 8–12) that doubles as a labor input and educational outcome.

The business model blends three revenue streams: corporate recycling transaction fees, individual and corporate donations, and grants/sponsorships from institutional funders. In 2024 alone, this included up to $500,000 each from the Maine Connectivity Authority (two capacity-building contracts), $100,000 from Verizon via the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce, $20,000 from KeyBank, and $5,000 from Machias Savings Bank. A new fee-for-service line — the $150 Windows 11 Public Access Computer Upgrade for libraries and nonprofits — launched in September 2025. Distribution is entirely partnership-driven through libraries, community colleges, immigrant service agencies (Immigrant Welcome Center, Gateway Community Services, In Her Presence), workforce programs (EMDC, NHEP), youth organizations (Alfond Youth and Community Center), and family services (Woodfords, Families First). Cumulative scale since founding is reported at 11 million pounds of surplus corporate IT received, 2.2 million pounds of e-waste diverted to reuse, and 21,000+ computers distributed with training and support, with 2022 representing the most productive year on record (107 new recycling clients, 1,000+ people helped for the first time). The organization employs 11–50 staff, has expanded into New Hampshire to fill the gap left by CTAC's closure, and holds the Candid Gold Seal of Transparency (2025, 2026) and five consecutive years of Great Nonprofits Top-Rated status.

Name

Give IT Get IT

Legal name

Information Technology Exchange

Website

https://giveitgetit.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Give IT Get IT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that refurbishes donated corporate computers and distributes them with training and support to income-eligible individuals, families, students, and nonprofits across Maine and New England.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Asset Disposition and Digital Inclusion Services

NAICS

Materials Recovery Facilities (562920), Computer Training (611420)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953), Wholesale-Computers & Peripheral Equipment & Software (5045)

akta.pro primary industry

IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) & Data Destruction (EUAIAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Enterprise Hardware Recycling (Servers, Storage, Networking) (BPALAIAI), Digital Inclusion & Public Tech Access Training (Device/Internet/Basic IT) (EDAAAFAE), Managed IT Services & On‑Site Field Support (Helpdesk, Break/Fix, IMAC) (EDAEAHAJ)

Keywords

• Electronics recycling services
• IT asset disposition
• Refurbished computer distribution
• Digital inclusion programs
• Computer refurbishment

Headquarters

HQ city

Waterville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Corporate IT Recycling Services: Sustainable IT asset disposition services for corporate businesses. Businesses pay for recycling services and receive Tech Reuse Credits for reusable devices.
2. Grants and Sponsorships: Funding from organizations like Verizon ($100,000), Maine Connectivity Authority (up to $500,000 contracts), KeyBank ($20,000), and Machias Savings Bank ($5,000)
3. Donations: Corporate tech donations, individual donations, and financial sponsorships from individuals and businesses

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Give IT Get IT operates a nonprofit digital inclusion platform with two tracks: a "Give IT" corporate IT asset disposition and recycling service (Recycle IT) that accepts surplus business technology, securely destroys data, and reuses or recycles devices under a Zero Landfill policy, and a "Get IT" track that distributes low- and no-cost refurbished computers (Apply for IT), sells refurbished devices at retail (Shop IT), and provides digital literacy training and technical support (Learn IT). Standalone programs include the Build IT youth STEM initiative and Opportunity Clicks for low-income families, immigrants, and students.

Product overview

Give IT Get IT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating a dual-track technology access platform. The 'Give IT' side comprises Recycle IT (corporate tech recycling with secure data destruction and Zero Landfill policy), Sponsor IT (donation/sponsorship), and Share IT (volunteering/advocacy). The 'Get IT' side offers Apply for IT (needs-based computer distribution), Shop IT (refurbished computer retail), and Learn IT (training and technical support). Key programs include Build IT, a youth STEM program where children build computers for community distribution, and Opportunity Clicks, providing refurbished devices to low-income families and immigrants. The organization operates from Waterville, Maine, serving New England communities since 2002.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Build IT: Youth STEM program where students assemble desktop computers that are then donated to families in need, providing hands-on technology education and community service.

Products and services

• Recycle IT
• Apply for IT
• Shop IT
• Learn IT
• Build IT
• Opportunity Clicks
• Windows 11 Public Access Computer Upgrade

Quantifiable outcome

• 21,000+ computers distributed to individuals and families since 2002
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Southern Maine Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of five recipients of $25,000 Community Partner Grant to assist seniors, homeschoolers, non-traditional students, and individuals needing computers for career, educational, and wellness objectives.
• Alfond Youth and Community CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBuild IT program where children ages 8-12 assemble desktop computers using give IT. get IT.'s tested hardware and software tools. Computers go directly to families in the community at no cost.
• The Immigrant Welcome CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReceived 100 laptops and 10 public access computers through Opportunity Clicks program.
• Gateway Community ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReceived 100 laptops and 5 public access computers to assist New Mainers through Opportunity Clicks.
• In Her PresencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerReceived 25 laptops and 5 public access computers for classes, increasing literacy and aiding job searches.
• Colby-Sawyer CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerE-waste recycling partnership for responsibly recycling aging technology equipment.
• EMDC (Eastern Maine Development Corporation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraining and support for people trying to enter workforce or acquire skills. Partner for second chances workforce programs.
• Woodfords Family ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporting families with children with disabilities with technology access.
• New Hampshire Employment Program (NHEP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce program helping single parents and job seekers with technology access.
• Educate Maine / Girls Who CodeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to help Girls Who Code with technology access.
• Eastern Maine STEM programminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipates in Kids Building Computers program for community effort.
• National Digital Equity CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint contract with Maine Connectivity Authority for digital equity programs in Maine.
• Rural Aspirations ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBringing laptop technology to middle school students in the Maine Forest Collaborative program.
• The Center for Grieving ChildrenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTablets supporting bereavement peer support groups.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Goodwill Industries International: Many local Goodwill affiliates operate e-waste recycling and computer refurbishment programs tied to workforce development. Operates at much larger scale nationally but with fragmented, locally-managed delivery.
• Cascade Asset Management: Commercial ITAD provider offering certified data destruction, refurbishment, and recycling services to enterprises. Overlaps with Give IT Get IT's Recycle IT service but without the digital-inclusion mission or low-income distribution.
• ERI (Electronic Recyclers International): One of the largest US ITAD and electronics recycling companies, offering secure data destruction and enterprise recycling at significant scale. Competes for corporate recycling contracts but does not focus on digital-inclusion distribution.

Direct peers

• Computers 4 People: Nonprofit refurbishing and distributing computers to low-income families and students, with associated training programs. Similar scale and operating model to Give IT Get IT, focused on US digital divide.
• InterConnection: Seattle-based nonprofit refurbishing donated computers and providing them with training to low-income individuals globally. Closely aligned vertical (refurbishment + digital inclusion) with comparable nonprofit structure.
• Human-I-T: Nonprofit that refurbishes technology, provides digital literacy training, and distributes devices to underserved communities. Highly comparable operating model with stronger west-coast scale and similar digital-inclusion mission.
• PCs for People: Nonprofit that refurbishes donated corporate computers and distributes them to low-income individuals and families, often with internet service. Closest analog to Give IT Get IT in mission, operating model, and customer base.
• World Computer Exchange: Nonprofit that collects and refurbishes used computers for distribution to schools, libraries, and NGOs in developing countries. Directly comparable in IT reuse-for-impact mission, though with international rather than regional scope.
• Digitunity: National nonprofit focused on device ownership and digital inclusion, coordinating a network of refurbishers and advocating for digital equity funding. Adjacent rather than directly competing on refurbishment, but closely aligned mission and ecosystem role.

Others

• TechSoup: Nonprofit that distributes donated and discounted technology to other nonprofits and libraries globally. Complementary rather than directly competing; Give IT Get IT's recipient nonprofits are similar to TechSoup's customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/giveITgetITUSA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/2433422

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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