Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Lead
Poly-chlorinated
Biphenyls
Mercury
Cadmium
Arsenic
Zinc
Chromium
Selenium
Brominated Flame
Retardants
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Did You Know?
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Improper Disposal in Wood County
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Recycling?
Most recycling centers simply
disassemble the equipment,
shred it and melt it down for
the precious metals and other
raw materials the computers
contain.
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The Digital Divide
The term digital divide
refers to a situation in
which some people do
not have the same
degree of access to
modern digital
Information and
Communication
Technologies and, for this
reason, do not have the
same opportunities for
social and economic
development.
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Computers and Education
Children who have computers at home have a mean
score in mathematics of 514 points compared to 453
points for those without.
We also provide
computers designed
specifically for children to
familiarize them with
computers and provide a
framework to enhance
their education. 16
Local Mission, Global Vision
We have been able to
provide almost 1000
computers to those in
need so far.
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Current Partners
Wood
County Area
Ministries
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How You Can Help Us
Volunteer:
Since we are a 100%
charitable organization we
are always in need of
volunteers to help with our
mission.
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Computers for Christmas 2009
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To Sum It Up
■ When it comes to computers, don't dispose them, donate them!
Http://computersforcharity.webs.com
computersforcharity@gmail.com
Jeffrey B. Kill
jeffbkill@yahoo.com
419-807-8015 36
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