Tech For Troops
Built around a single mission: eradicate veteran homelessness and poverty by closing the digital divide through gifted, refurbished computers and hands-on tech training.
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What They Offer
- Free or low-cost refurbished computers for qualifying veterans
- Free IT training, including Basic Computer Literacy Skills
- On-the-job training opportunities
- Job placement assistance and employer introductions
- Responsible computer recycling program
Eligibility Requirements
Must have veteran status, including National Guard and Reserves. The Veteran Improvement Program (VIP) prioritizes low-income or unemployed veterans.
Income threshold: Prioritized for low-income and unemployed veterans, but not strictly income-gated for all programs
Qualifying benefit programs: VA disability benefits, Unemployment status
Other qualifying paths: Veteran Assistance Organizations can also receive devices through VIP
How to Apply
- Submit a Computer or Laptop Application through the Tech For Troops website
- Provide proof of veteran status (DD-214 or equivalent certificate)
- Wait for review and device matching based on current refurbished inventory
- If interested in training, ask about enrollment in IT Training or the On-the-Job Training program
- Pick up or receive your device once approved
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tech For Troops help with more than just hardware?
Yes. Beyond refurbished computers, they run free IT training (including Basic Computer Literacy Skills), an On-the-Job Training track, and direct job placement assistance and employer introductions for veterans.
Are family members of veterans eligible?
Tech For Troops' core mission centers on veterans directly, though some partner programs and related military-family resources exist. Contact them directly to confirm current eligibility for family members.
What device specs can I expect?
Tech For Troops refurbishes HP, Dell, Lenovo, Acer, and Toshiba machines to a minimum standard of roughly an i7 processor with an 8th-generation chipset and a working webcam — solid enough for job searching, telehealth, and everyday computing.
Related Programs & Alternatives
If Tech For Troops isn't the right fit — wrong state, wrong eligibility path, or a long waitlist — these related programs cover similar ground.
Computers with Causes→
A national nonprofit program (operated by the Giving Center, a 501(c)(3) charity) that donates refurbished computers to individuals and organizations facing real financial need.
Digitunity (National Cristina Foundation)→
A national coordination nonprofit connecting corporate and individual technology donors with a network of nearly 90 local nonprofit refurbishers across 100+ U.S. communities.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)→
A federally funded job-training program delivered through local American Job Centers, which sometimes includes laptops or exam vouchers as part of an approved training plan.
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