Laptops have become a must-have device for accomplishing tasks like filing taxes, applying for a job, or even to complete school projects or buy groceries. among others. Although a majority of people can afford to purchase their laptops or have access to one, there are some individuals who need computers, but cannot afford one. To help them, some programs allow individuals from low-income families to get free laptops. Highlighted are some of the ways you can get a free laptop/computer in the country.

• Local or State Department of Human Services
  The Local or State Department of Human Services office has local grants that allow the distribution of free computers to individuals belonging to low-income families. The department also collaborates with charitable organizations to provide free computers and laptops to students.

• Computers with Causes
  The Computers with Causes organization has a program through which it accepts donations from the 50 states in the US. Individuals from households with financial need, students, and military veterans apply for consideration to receive a free laptop from these donations. However, the application process is stringent and rigorous and your receiving a free laptop/computer may affect your eligibility to receive aid from government programs like Social Security Insurance and Social Security Disability Insurance among others.

• On It Foundation
  On It Foundation provides free computers to students living in the US who are enrolled in grade K to 12, attend a public school in the US, and receive free school lunch.

• Komputers 4 R Kids
  Komputers 4 R Kids is an organization that receives laptop donations to help build school computer labs. They provide computers to low-income homes where there are students. If you are a student with financial need, you can contact Komputers 4 R Kids to get your laptop free of cost.

• World Computer Exchange

The World Computer Exchange program offers a free laptop/computer to an individual who has recently experienced a large natural disaster and has limited access to local aid resources. It offers computers to families that have dependents younger than 24 years of age. These computers are preinstalled with Linux Operating System and an educational content pack.

• With Causes
  With Causes is an organization that will help you find a laptop for use at home or school through its various donations.

So, the next time you come across someone from a low-income family looking for a computer free of cost , ask them to approach one of these organizations to get a laptop or a computer at zero cost.