The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is proud to support Community Clothing Assistance (CCA) in Thunder Bay, Ontario, through a recent technology donation that strengthens the organization’s operational capacity and community impact.
As part of this initiative, ERA donated one laptop, one desktop computer, and one printer, providing CCA with essential tools to modernize their service delivery and improve internal efficiency.
Strengthening Nonprofit Operations Through Technology
Community Clothing Assistance (CCA) is a registered Canadian charity dedicated to providing free clothing, footwear, and seasonal essentials to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship in Thunder Bay. Each year, the organization serves thousands of community members, ensuring children, adults, and seniors have access to basic necessities.
Reliable technology plays a critical role in supporting this mission. With the newly donated equipment, CCA can:
- Manage client referrals and intake more efficiently
- Track clothing distribution and inventory
- Coordinate volunteer scheduling and reporting
- Maintain accurate records for program planning and accountability
For CIOs and IT leaders, this project demonstrates how surplus technology — when responsibly managed — can deliver measurable social impact while improving organizational resilience at the community level.
From Retired IT Assets to Community Impact
Through ERA’s national reuse-first electronic recycling program, all donated devices are:
- Professionally refurbished
- Fully data-wiped using certified erasure standards
- Redeployed for community use
- Responsibly recycled at end of life
This closed-loop approach supports data security, ESG objectives, and regulatory compliance, while maximizing the value of retired IT assets before recycling.
A Strategic Model for Sustainable IT Leadership
For organizations seeking stronger IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) strategies, ERA’s model offers a clear path to align operational priorities with sustainability and social responsibility goals. By partnering with ERA, enterprises reduce environmental impact, strengthen data governance, and generate meaningful community outcomes — all within one integrated lifecycle solution.
Looking to align your organization’s IT strategy with ESG, security, and community impact?
Partner with the Electronic Recycling Association to transform surplus technology into opportunity. Call 1-877-939-2783 to learn more.