Greensboro HUD Office Computers Available for Donation

The Greensboro Field Office of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has approximately 13 laptop computers available for donation.

In accordance with Executive Order 12999 entitled "Educational Technology: Ensuring Opportunity for All Children in the Next Century", the Greensboro Field Office will give the highest priority to elementary/secondary educational institutions, community based educational organizations, and eligible non-profit organizations located in Federal empowerment zones or enterprise communities. Educational institutions, community based organizations and eligible non-profits outside empowerment zones or enterprise communities will receive the next level priority consideration.

Requests for computer equipment must be in writing and accompanied by a statement of need. Requests must also identify the quantity needed. All non-profits, including churches, will be required to submit a copy of their 501[c][3] ruling as well as their bylaws showing that their primary focus is education. Documentation to support that the institution/organization is located within a Federal empowerment zone or enterprise community is also requested.

Note that agencies which have previously applied for equipment will need to reapply.

Requests must be in writing and may be submitted to:
Administration
U.S. Dept. HUD
2306 W. Meadowview Road
Greensboro, NC 27407
Fax (336) 547-4015

Requests must be submitted no later than November 15, 2002.

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