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Most of us practice recycling to a greater or lesser degree. The “curbside” programs most communities offer gives a convenient way to dispose of cans, glass, plastic, newspapers, and sometimes other items such as cardboard. But you can’t just put that old computer out on the curb. How do we dispose of them? We probably get a couple dozen calls a week asking where these items can be disposed of so there must be some confusion out there. So, here’s some help you can use when it’s your turn to recycle. We’ve tried to break down the list into logical categories. If you have more information on any of these or know of any others we can add, please call us! We are computer guys here, not real writers!

Agencies who accept donated technology:

Name/Address/Hours	Comments
Minor Micro Computer Repair Loveland, CO 80537 Phone: 970-613-0250 intruder@webaccess.net	We accept computers that will be turned around and given to needy. Single parent families are the target recipients. Pent III or better only since we place shareware educational programs for free and they require Pent III or better. We go thru a 501-C-3 org, so you get a tax write off for your donation.
House of Neighborly Service 565 North Cleveland Avenue Loveland, CO 80537 Phone: 970-667-4939 http://www.fortnet.org/HNS/
Project Self Sufficiency 375 West 37th Street Suite 200 Loveland, CO 970-635-5903 www.ps-s.org	If you have any Pentium III level computers that you no longer use, we can find them a good home! Most PS-S families cannot afford to buy a computer. We can make sure your personal information is removed and provide a family with the means to do homework, complete research projects, and produce their own fun projects. Your donation is tax deductible based upon a realistic estimate of the equipment's value.
Salvation Army Thrift Store 324 Jefferson, Fort Collins Phone: 224-3340	Accepts working used appliances for resale, and may be able to accept non-working appliances needing minor repairs. Clothing, house wares and furniture in good condition. Computers.
American Legion 2124 N. US Highway 287, Fort Collins Phone: 970-484-0418	Accepts Pentium II or faster computers in working condition to donate to poverty-level families. Call the manager to make arrangements. Can't accept old computers with Windows 95.
Education & Life Training Center 401 Linden St, Fort Collins, CO Phone: 970-482-4357 Hours:9:00am - 4:30 pm (M-F) www.eltcenter.org	A a non-profit organization providing alternative, affordable adult education. In ELTC's Computer-Aid Program we collect, refurbish and distribute used (recycled) computer hardware to our clients. We accept Pentium III 1Ghz/Pentium 4 (roughly from 2001 on) and higher computers and working 15 inch or larger CRT monitors, but prefer LCD. We are no longer accepting INKJET printers
Night Walker Enterprises 413 Howes, Unit 2, Fort Collins Phone: 482-7797 Hours: Tues-Fri 10-5; Sat 10-1:30 www.nightwalkerent.com	Call for information. Donated items are distributed to Native American reservations in nine states. Anything used in the home or school (household goods, tools, toys, appliances, bedding, books, computers (Pentium or higher). Items must be in working condition.
Lynx Computing 4236 Westshore Way, Ft Collins Phone: 223-8944	We recycle both windows and mac computers. We then offer them at a reduced price, mainly targeted at seniors. Each donator will receive $5 for their computer contribution. E-mail: DT@devonsdomain.com

Businesses who accept technology for recycling:

Name/Address/Hours	Comments
Rocky Mountain Recycling Center 1475 N College, Fort Collins, CO Phone: 970-484-5384 Hours:	Accepts various scrap metals, auto batteries, aluminum cans, newspaper, office paper, magazines and catalogs, computers and related equipment (printers, scanners), fax machines, copiers, typewriters, microwaves, televisions (no consoles), VCR's, etc) and certain sizes of pallets. Fee may be charged. E-mail: dhoag2000@aol.com
EnviroBalance Foundation Fort Collins, CO Phone: 970-372-5815 Hours:	Non-profit organization that develops local environmental programs. Also accepts donated computers (Pentium 3, Win XP or higher) and refurbishes them for low-income clients. Email: envirobalance@yahoo.com
Waste-Not Recycling 1065 Poplar St, Loveland Phone: 800-584-9912 Hours: http://www.waste-not.com	Recycles office paper, excess equipment, cardboard, metal, electronics, construction waste, pallets, and much more. Provides custom recycling services to businesses, governments, schools and construction sites. Email: recycle@waste-not.com
Luminous Electronics Recycling, Inc. 14135 E 42nd Ave, Ste 10, Denver Phone: (888) 312-2333 Hours:Mon - Fri, 900am - 500pm http://www.luminousrecycling.com	Accepts personal/office computers (PCs, laptops, mainframe computers, modems, PDAs), consumer electronics (camcorders, CD palyers, DVD players, televisions, radios, stereos, VCRs), office equipment (copiers, printers, scanners), lighting (compact fluorescents), telecommunications (handsets, cell phones, fax machines, etc.)
Habitat for Humanity Home Supply Store 4001 S. Taft Hill Road, Ft Collins Phone: 223-9909 Hours: http://www.habitatstore.org	Accepts new and used items in good working condition. Automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, furniture, large appliances, beds, cameras, Pentium computers, office furniture, plumbing supplies, home lighting fixtures, building materials, and more. Volunteers also needed!
Eco-Cycle Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials 5030 "Old" Pearl St, Boulder, CO Phone: 303-444-6634 Hours:Mon-Sat 9am-4pm http://www.ecocycle.org/charm/index.cfm	Accepts CD players, newer and older computers and related equipment (scanners, fax machines, VCRs, monitors, printers). A fee is charged. Call for directions and costs. Accepts #6 Clean White Block Foam and Rigid White Foam Insulation. Block foam accepted free of charge from residents. Businesses will be charged $6 per cubic yard.
North American Technology Exchange 3050 B Sterling Circle, Boulder, CO Phone: 303-4433-1984 Hours:	Recovers computers and sends overseas for reuse. Prefers large quantities from businesses.
Makin Time 1933 Centennial Dr, Louisville, CO Phone: 303-664-1448 Hours: http://www.makintimeclocks.com	Creates one-of-a-kind clocks out of old computer components, such as hard drive platters, floppies and CDs. Call to determine the acceptability of a specific component.
GRX Recycles 4920 Washington St, Denver 80216 Phone: (720) 377-7700 Hours:Mon - Fri, 8am - 5pm and Sat, 8am - 12pm http://www.grxrecycles.com	Drop-off and pick-up services for all types of e-waste including computers, monitors, printers, copiers, cell phones and televisions; data destruction and security services; Basel Action Network (BAN) pledge signatory, which prohibits export of hazardous waste such as electronics to developing nations among other obligations.
LifeSpan Technology Recycling Phone: (970) 257-9170 Hours:Call http://www.lifespanrecycling.com	Sustainable computer recycling services for businesses. Onsite pickup. Provides hard drive data destruction and recycling through domestic de-manufactiuring and re-use. Investment recovery of equipment frequently offsets the costs of recycling for ongoing programs.
Eco Thrift 302 N Meldrum St, Fort Collins Phone: 484-4224 Hours:Wed-Sat, 9am-6pm http://www.eco-thrift.com	Eco-Thrift is dedicated to reducing waste by returning donated quality items to use. The store accepts and sells: appliances, clothing, collectibles, furniture, household, tools, electronics, antiques, garden, outdoor gear, sportswear, and vehicles. A portion of proceeds are donated to local organizations committed to sustainable living. Pick-up service is available for some items. Call for more information.
National Recycling Inc. 2421 International Blvd, Fort Collins Phone: 493-7478 Hours:Mon-Fri 7am-4pm	Accepts paper, cardboard, pallets, computers ($5 fee for monitors), plastic, metal, glass, construction and demolition debris, and much more from business customers. Provides document destruction service. E-mail: securdoc@frii.com. Does not have public drop-off accomodations.
Access Computer Products 451 W 69th Street, Loveland Phone: 970-612-2930 Hours: http://www.accessrecycling.com/	Accepts cell phones, computer systems ($10 fee), monitors ($8 fee), inkjet & laser printers, fax machines, laptops, scanners, copiers. Also coordinates the CARTRIDGES FOR KIDS program, designed to make recycling benefit our schools by paying $$ for empty inkjet, laser, fax and copier cartridges. Call or visit the company website for more information.
Tyler Systems, LLC 510 Main St Unit C, Windsor Phone: 970-674-0287 Hours:M-F, 9am-6pm, Sat 10am-2pm www.tyler-systems.com	Accepts all computer parts except monitors.
Vietnam Veterans of America Phone: 800-775-8387 Hours: http://www.clothingdonations.org	The VVA accepts tax deductible donations of clothing of all types & sizes, shoes, baby items, house and glassware, books, toys, bikes, stereos, radios, portable TVs, bedding, draperies, curtains, kitchenware, usable small furniture & rugs, small appliances, tools (all kinds), and jewelry and cosmetics. Call for pickup.
Larimer County Recycling Center 5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins Phone: 226-1101 Hours:Monday - Saturday, 8:00am - 4:30pm http://www.larimer.org/solidwaste/Comp.htm	Located near the landfill. From April to Nov 10, the Center is also open on Sundays 9:00am - 4:00pm. Drop-off: aluminum cans, steel cans, plastic bottles #1 & #2, corrugated cardboard & brown paper bags, magazines and catalogs, soft bound books, cereal boxes and other chipboard, office paper and junk mail, newspaper, toner cartridges, telephone books (put telephone books in with paperboard). Recycle electronics (for a fee/cash only) including computer equipment, televisions, stereos, VCR's, cell phone; call first for prices.
Tatooine Electronic Systems 6520 Hinesley Rd, Cheyenne, WY 82001 Phone: 307-632-0054 Hours:Call http://www.tatooineinc.com/	Recycles all types of electronic waste ("anything that plugs in or takes batteries"), including computers, monitors, printers and other peripherals; electronic medical equipment including x-ray equipment; industrial electronics, including robots and transformers; coordinates community collection events; large inventory of reconditioned electronics and computer components for sale.

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