Trade In Your Old Phone At Verizon To Help School Tech Resources

Last updated on Monday, March 12, 2018

(UNDATED) - Verizon will donate $1 per eligible phone trade-in up to $4 million to DonorsChoose.org to help provide tech, like tablets, laptops, 3D printers, VR gear, and other emerging technologies, to under-resourced schools across the nation.

Donations will be made through DonorsChoose.org, a non-profit organization that empowers public local school teachers across the country to request much needed materials and experiences for their Indiana students.

"By giving under-resourced schools access to more technology and resources, we're helping to innovate the way teachers teach and students learn. This program empowers Verizon customers to directly support our shared mission of preparing students for the tech careers of the future," said Justina Nixon-Saintil, director of corporate social responsibility for Verizon.

Five years ago, Verizon launched Verizon Innovative Learning, the education initiative of the Verizon Foundation, to provide free technology, access and innovative curricula to students in need to help prepare the next generation for a future filled with opportunity. Since that time:

59 percent of students who have participated are more proficient in STEM subjects,
53 percent are more interested in studying STEM, and
53 percent are more engaged in school.

"We need to ensure that all kids, no matter their zip code, have access to the technology and educational resources they need," said Nixon-Saintil. "Not just for the kids' benefit, but because the world needs them -- their brains, their creativity and their experiences -- to create amazing solutions that will make our world a better place. We ask our customers to join us in this effort."

Learn more about trade-ins at Verizon.

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