[Maineisp] A Maine Based Technology resource that Maine ISP members should know about...

[Chris Martin]

Maine ISP subscribers and advocates,
I did not know that a public discussion group was out there for this initiative, and would like to inform you of an existing resource that could help your br>
The Information Technology Exchange is a Maine based non-profit (501C3) that since 2002 has provided low cost personal computers, training and support for low income families from Kittery to Fort Kent.
Our purpose is to increase access to technology for those who otherwise might not be able to afford/sustain access.  Our objective is to make Maine's workforce the most tech savvy in the US in hopes of attracting more tech/service sector industry to our beautiful state, as well as empower individuals with new job skills, therefore improving their makertability and earnings among the many other benefits technology access br>
Our most visible effort in this field of social change is the PCs for MAINE personal computer access and literacy project.  It has provided personal computer access to over 3800 Maine residents who otherwise might not afford it.  The entry level participation fee for these individuals is approximately $178 for a reconditioned business class computer system, support and training and a 1 year hardware warranty.  
If any listserv readers would like more information, or think a presentation of this program would be appropriate at your meetings - please let me know - I'd be happy to oblidge.  

Chris Martin
Cell: (207) 322-6257
Founder of the Information Technology Exchange & The PCs for MAINE computer access and literacy project
Lead Developer for Skills' Incs' eWaste Alternatives Technology Reuse Program
www.infotechexchange.org
www.pcsformaine.org
www.itec3.org
www.ewastealternatives.org

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