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Computers for Classrooms — low-cost refurbished computers for qualifying Californians (Chico)

Phone number
530-895-4175 (option 1 to order)
Category
Tech
Student
Veterans
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Eligibility
California residents who meet 1 of 15 qualifications (e.g. low-income families, veterans, students on financial aid)
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Computers for Classrooms is a Chico nonprofit that sells low-cost refurbished desktops and laptops, with warranties, to California residents who qualify (low-income families, veterans, students on financial aid and others; 15 qualifying options). Buy in-store the same day or order by phone/email and have it shipped (UPS; $40 deposit applied to the order). Also offers a $20 diagnostic service and secure electronics donation. Verified 2026-09-28.
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Espanol
URL
computersforclassrooms.org/buy-a-c...amilies/
Who it's for: California residents who meet 1 of 15 eligibility qualifications. Computers for Classrooms lists low-income families, veterans and students on financial aid among them; check the full list in its Qualification Letter.

What you get

Low-cost refurbished desktops and laptops with clear warranties, from a nonprofit based in Chico that serves the whole state. It also offers a $20 diagnostic service and accepts electronics donations with data wiping or destruction.

How to get a computer

  1. Check that you qualify (the Qualification Letter), then pick a system from the Price Sheet.
  1. Buy in store in Chico the same day, or order by phone: call 530-895-4175, option 1, with your name, phone, email, shipping address and the program you qualify under.
  1. Shipped orders need a $40 non-refundable deposit, which counts toward the price. Shipping (UPS) costs extra.
Source: computersforclassrooms.org — Computers for Low-Income Families (checked 2026-09-28).