Redefining IT asset disposal - for good
Good Things Foundation’s National Device Bank sets a new standard for responsible IT asset disposal or disposition (ITAD).
By partnering with us, your organisation can go beyond traditional ITAD services by donating devices for reuse - giving your old tech new life for people who can’t afford or access their own.
Donating devices is secure, sustainable and socially responsible. Unlike traditional IT asset disposal services, we and our accredited refurbishment partner Reconome securely wipe and redistribute devices to digitally excluded people, directly addressing the digital divide and fostering social impact.
Who can contribute devices to the National Device Bank
We partner with established private & public sector organisations to turn their old tech into opportunities for digital inclusion.
The National Device Bank has been designed to accept regular ongoing contributions of 50+ devices per collection to maximise impact.
For individuals or organisations with fewer than 50 devices, you can check out alternative options with our friends at Recycle Your Electricals.
Why choose the National Device Bank for ITAD
Industry accredited security processes
The National Device Bank is as secure as traditional IT asset disposal services, and we take this incredibly seriously. From the point of collection, your devices are handled securely. Our vetted drivers use tracked vehicles and devices are insured with signed documentation for accountability.
Devices are tagged, tracked, and wiped using Phonecheck, Certus Software and Blancco, accredited by the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). This process overwrites drives three times, is tested & certified by ADISA and meets the Ministry of Defence HMG Infosec Enhanced standard, overwriting drives three times. Damaged drives and removable media are crushed in-house and further shredded at an Approved Authorised Treatment Facility (AATF), all by DBS-checked staff. We provide a detailed report and data erasure certificates, ensuring you have comprehensive documentation and secure tech rehoming. Get in touch with any other questions you may have!
Cost-neutral IT asset disposal
Our secure IT asset disposal solution is cost-neutral for your organisation. We manage the entire process - from collection to redistribution - without any cost to you.
Sound too good to be true? It isn't!
While we're always hopeful that all tech can be reused, sometimes devices aren't in a usable state. We realise the value from equipment that can’t be reused to cover operational costs.
In some cases, we may resell a small percentage of devices to support operations, but always with transparency.
"We chose the National Device Bank for 2 main reasons; the social and environmental impact. We’ve donated 350 laptops so far and are setting up the schedule for this to happen on a regular basis.
We come from the financial sector, it is a very regulated industry and we’re incredibly conscious of our data protection obligations. But if we can do it safely and securely, so can other businesses. This is a route that most businesses can go down."
- Nicola Sinclair, Head of Responsible Business and Construction Alliance at People's Partnership
Contribute to your ESG goals by donating devices
Choosing the National Device Bank for your ITAD contributes to your organisation’s environmental, social and governance goals.
Reduce e-waste
Donating IT assets such as laptops, mobile phones and tablets means your organisation is contributing to a circular economy where vital electronic materials and resources are reused rather than ending up in landfill. Nearly 100,000kg of electronic waste has already been reused through the National Device Bank!
Make a social impact
Device donations will help fix the digital divide, enabling vulnerable people to access the essential online world. So far, almost 10,000 people have received a device because organisations have chosen the National Device Bank for their IT asset disposal. But, there's 1.5 million that still need access to one.
Become a responsible organisation
Supporting digital inclusion through device donations will demonstrate your commitment to responsible business practices and positions your organisation as a leader in digital inclusion. Join over 40 other organisations that have trusted us to do good things with their unused IT assets.
Hear how device donations impact people's lives
“The support is a huge blessing – having the internet from the Databank and a laptop from the National Device Bank means I can eat and afford my other amenities without worrying about internet costs for the month.
Having this device has also made me feel more connected to the people around me. I’m able to do my coursework and create presentations on the laptop. I’m now studying for more advanced qualifications.”
- Jonathan, supported with a laptop through the National Device Bank
Do good with your devices. Donate for reuse
If you meet these critera, then we'd love to speak with you about reusing your tech for social good.
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You're from a private or public sector organisation
- You will have a minimum 50 devices to donate, such as laptops, mobile phones and/or tablets
