The On It Foundation
"ON IT" stands for Opportunities Necessary to Increase Technology — the foundation's entire mission is built around K-12 students who qualify for free or reduced-price school lunch.
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What They Offer
- Free laptops or desktops for qualifying K-12 households
- Computer training
- Internet access support
- STEM/STEAM education resources
- A backup $99 Jump On It Program for families who don't qualify for a free device
Eligibility Requirements
Strict K-12 focus: your child must attend a U.S. public or home school and currently receive free or reduced-price lunch.
Income threshold: Tied to free/reduced lunch eligibility (roughly 130%–185% FPL, set by USDA guidelines)
Qualifying benefit programs: Free or Reduced-Price School Lunch enrollment
Other qualifying paths: Homeschooled children may qualify with equivalent documentation
How to Apply
- Write a letter requesting a free computer, signed by the parent or guardian
- Get a companion letter from your child's school on official school letterhead confirming free/reduced lunch eligibility
- Mail both documents to The On It Foundation
- Wait for review — the foundation processes requests as donated systems become available
- If you're not approved for a free device, ask about the $99 Jump On It Program instead
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my homeschooled child qualify?
Yes — the foundation states it serves students who attend a public or home school. You'll still need documentation equivalent to a free/reduced lunch determination or another way to demonstrate financial need.
What if my family doesn't qualify for the free program?
The On It Foundation runs a separate Jump On It Program offering $99 laptops with a warranty and a layaway option, open regardless of income or credit.
Can college students apply?
No. The On It Foundation is specifically designed for K-12 students. College students should look at PCs for People, Dell Scholars, or their school's own laptop programs instead.
Related Programs & Alternatives
If The On It Foundation isn't the right fit — wrong state, wrong eligibility path, or a long waitlist — these related programs cover similar ground.
Computers with Causes→
A national nonprofit program (operated by the Giving Center, a 501(c)(3) charity) that donates refurbished computers to individuals and organizations facing real financial need.
Compudopt→
A national nonprofit distributing free refurbished computers to under-resourced youth through local lottery-based distribution events.
Dell Scholars Program→
A prestigious annual scholarship awarding $20,000 plus a free laptop and textbook credits to 500 college-bound high school seniors demonstrating financial need.
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