Awareness of Technology for the Elderly, Disabled & Youth

What Awareness of Technology for the Elderly, Disabled & Youth does

ATEDY, Inc. (Awareness of Technology for the Elderly, Disabled & Youth) is a Chicago-based 501(c)(3) non-profit founded on May 1, 2003, that operates a community technology resource center targeting three underserved populations — elderly users, people with disabilities, and at-risk urban youth — primarily in Chicago's Englewood and Back of the Yards neighborhoods from its headquarters at 5702 South Racine Avenue. The organization delivers technology literacy training, assistive technology assessments, and certification preparation through instructor-led classes, a web-based Learning Management System (LMS) accessible 24/7, and on-site certification testing infrastructure, serving a mission to close the "Great Digital Divide Gap" between low-income urban populations and their more prosperous peers.

Name

Awareness of Technology for the Elderly, Disabled & Youth

Legal name

ATEDY, Inc.

Website

https://atedyinc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ATEDY, Inc. is a Chicago-based 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2003 that provides assistive technology training, digital literacy education, and certification testing to elderly, disabled, and at-risk youth in low-income urban communities of Englewood and Back of the Yards.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Digital Literacy & Assistive Technology Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (6117), Computer Training (61142), Exam Preparation and Tutoring (611691)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAKAIAC

AT for Reading, Writing & Learning (Literacy/Executive Function) Tools & Training

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Assistive Technology (AT) Assessment, Devices & Training

SECONDARYEDAAAAAC

Basic Digital Literacy (Device, Internet, Email)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Adult Basic Education (ABE) & Literacy

SECONDARYEDALAGAB

Assistive Technology (AT) & Accessible Learning Tools

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Disability Services & Accessibility

SECONDARYBPAEANAE

Technical Bootcamps & Accelerated Reskilling (Full-time/Part-time)

Business & Public Services/IT & Digital Services (Managed Services, Systems Integration)/IT Training & Technical Enablement Services

Keywords

• Digital literacy training
• Assistive technology services
• Refurbished computer sales
• Community computer repair
• Certification testing center

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible donations through PayPal or credit card to fund assistive technology programs and operations. The organization is a 501(c)(3) non-profit.
2. Refurbished Computer Sales: Sale of refurbished laptops ($140-$172) and desktops ($150-$160), including computers for kids ($20-$35). Pre-installed with genuine Microsoft Windows software as a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher.
3. Computer Repair Services: Community computer repair services including diagnostic, installation, and upgrade services. Fees include $95 for performance optimization, $45 for antivirus installation, $45 for security software.
4. Raffles and Fundraisers: Raffle events selling tickets ($5 for 1, $10 for 3, $30 for 8) for prizes including desktops, laptops, and mystery gifts.
5. Real Estate Donate Program: Housing initiative obtaining properties to be rehabilitated and provided to disabled low-income families.
6. Vehicle Donation Program: Car and vehicle donations that count towards tax deductions, transforming donations into assistive technology resources.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ATEDY is a non-profit community technology resource center that provides digital literacy training, assistive technology demonstrations, and certification preparation to elderly, disabled, and at-risk youth populations in Chicago. It delivers services through instructor-led classes, a web-based Learning Management System, an on-site Certiport certification testing center, a community computer repair center, and the sale of affordable refurbished computers as a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher.

Product overview

ATEDY, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that operates as a community technology resource center rather than a single unified software product. The organization provides a portfolio of training and technology services including: a Community Computer Repair Center (as a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher selling refurbished PCs); GED/SAT/PSAT Preparation; After School Computer Training for youth; Seniors Technology Training; People with Disabilities Demo Workshops showcasing assistive technology; a Certification Testing Center (for Microsoft Office Specialist, CompTIA A+, IC3); Web-Based Training via Learning Management System; Instructor-Led Classes; and Custom Classes. The organization also sells refurbished laptops ($140-$172) and desktops ($150-$160) with genuine Microsoft software pre-installed.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Community Computer Repair Center Provides computer repair services to community members at reduced costs while offering hands-on training experience. Operates as a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher providing pre-installed genuine Microsoft Windows software on refurbished PCs.
• GED/SAT/PSAT Preparation GED/SAT/PSAT preparation software offered as a supplement to instructor-led classes to help students prepare for standardized tests.
• After School Computer Training After-school computer repair classes and community technology resource center for at-risk youth.
• ATEDY Seniors Technology Training Technology training programs specifically designed for elderly users to help overcome fear of technology and bridge the digital divide.
• People with Disabilities Demo Workshop Demonstrations and information resources on assistive technology devices and software for people with disabilities, including evaluations to match technology to unique needs.
• Certification Testing Center On-site certification testing for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), CompTIA A+, IC3, and Adobe Certified Associate programs administered through Certiport.
• Web-Based Training (LMS) Learning Management System providing internet-based training modules covering digital literacy, Microsoft applications, operating systems, and A+ certification preparation, accessible 24/7 from any internet connection.
• Instructor-Led Classes Traditional classroom instruction on Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, A+ prep, typing, resume preparation, web design, assistive technology hardware/software, internet, and basic to advanced computing.
• Refurbished Computers Sales Sale of refurbished laptops ($140-$172) and desktops ($150-$160) and kids' computers ($20-$35) preinstalled with genuine Microsoft Windows and Office software as a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher; free shipping included.
• Real Estate Donate Program Housing initiative obtaining properties to be rehabilitated and provided to disabled low-income families in the Chicago area.
• Vehicle Donation Program Car and vehicle donations that count towards tax deductions, transforming donations into assistive technology resources for ATEDY's mission.

Quantifiable outcome

• ATEDY bridges the 'Great Digital Divide Gap' - the disparity in computer use and literacy between low-income groups and their more prosperous peers.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• BridgePort Coffee HouseminorOthersLocal Chicago coffee house providing community support to ATEDY. Located at 3101 S. Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60608. Contact: Michael Pilkington.
• ESSF (Englewood Social Services Foundation)minorOthersCommunity organization with tagline 'A Community That Works Together Succeeds Together'. Located at 937 W. 59th Street, Chicago, IL 60621. Chairman: Samuel A. Wilson.
• FREDDIESminorOthersLocal business at 701 W 31st Street, Chicago, IL. Open Sunday-Thursday 8AM-Midnight, Friday-Saturday 9AM-1AM.
• Ala Iron WorksminorOthersMetal fabrication and welding business offering community support. Specializes in fences, counters, restaurant hoods, bullet proof work. Cell: 773.213.1884.
• Marathon Gas StationminorOthersLocal gas station at 1224 W 59th Street, Chicago, IL providing community support to ATEDY.
• Sharif's Foods Store #2minorOthersLocal grocery store at 5659 S. Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60636. Contact: 773.918.0600.
• Salon MaxminorOthersBeauty salon at 8080 W. 95th Street, Hickory Hill, IL 60457. Contact: 708.237.3775.
• Super Dollar & FurnitureminorOthersDiscount retail store at 5257 S. ASHLAND AVE., Chicago, IL. Contact: (773) 737-8886.
• SDS Hardware Plumbing and PaintingminorOthersHome services contractor at 937 W. 59th Street, Chicago, IL 60636. Contact: Mr. Samuel Wilson, (773) 737-2727.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationATEDY is a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher authorized to install Windows operating systems on refurbished computers. Also offers Microsoft Office Specialist certification testing on site.
• CertiportcoreTechnology or IntegrationATEDY is an authorized testing center for Certiport certification exams including IC3, Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Business Certification, and Adobe Certified Associate programs.
• CompTIAcoreTechnology or IntegrationATEDY provides CompTIA A+ certification preparation and testing. CompTIA's Education to Careers (E2C) program provides training for at-risk youth and people with disabilities.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• NetHope: Non-profit consortium of international NGOs that builds technology capacity for humanitarian and community development organizations. Adjacent enabler to ATEDY's mission, providing technology infrastructure and digital literacy resources to mission-driven non-profits.

Direct peers

• Year Up: Workforce development non-profit providing young adults from low-income communities with IT training, college credits, and corporate internships. Aligns with ATEDY's youth workforce readiness and digital literacy mission, with broader employer partnerships and longer program duration.
• PowerMyLearning: Non-profit (formerly Computers for Youth) that partners with schools to provide home computing access, educator training, and family digital literacy programs. Comparable to ATEDY's youth-focused technology access and family/community engagement model.
• Per Scholas: National non-profit providing free IT training and career pathways to individuals from under-resourced communities. Directly comparable to ATEDY's youth-focused IT certification, CompTIA A+ prep, and workforce development mission, though at much larger multi-city scale.
• EveryoneOn: National non-profit focused on closing the digital divide by connecting low-income families with affordable internet, devices, and digital literacy training. Directly comparable to ATEDY's digital inclusion mission and community-based outreach for underserved populations.
• The Arc of the United States: National non-profit serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through advocacy, services, and assistive technology resources. Comparable to ATEDY's disability-focused assistive technology demonstrations and adaptive equipment evaluation services.
• NPower: Non-profit delivering technology training and job placement to veterans, young adults, and unemployed individuals from underserved communities. Closely matches ATEDY's at-risk youth technology training and certification preparation work, with similar curriculum focus on CompTIA and Microsoft credentials.

Broad incumbents

• Urban League: National non-profit providing workforce development, education, and digital inclusion services to African Americans and other urban underserved communities. Operates IT training and digital literacy programs comparable to ATEDY's youth and community-focused technology offerings.
• Goodwill Industries International: Large national non-profit operating workforce development, digital literacy, and refurbished computer programs through a vast network of local Goodwill chapters. Overlaps with ATEDY's computer refurbishment, repair services, and job-readiness training, with broader geographic reach and donor base.
• Microsoft Philanthropies: Microsoft's philanthropic arm that grants technology, training, and devices to non-profits addressing digital inclusion. ATEDY is a Microsoft Registered Refurbisher partner, and Microsoft Philanthropies is a key enabling ecosystem for mission-aligned organizations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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