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Need-A-Computer Program


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About The Program
This year, the Georgia 4-H Technology Leadership Team continues to extend the Need-A-Computer program created by Collegiate Advisors Rachel and Amanda McCarthy to the statewide level. Previously, Rachel McCarthy and her father Jim ( Tech Team Volunteer Leader) refurbished old computers and donated them to needy 4-H'ers in their home county, Walton. When Rachel graduated, Amanda took over the project, as she had been involved with it from the beginning.

This year we will be working with 10 donated Gateway computers from George Walton Academy in Monroe. Tech Team members will meet on December 3 in Monroe to begin examining and repairing the computers. All the equipment will be checked to ensure everything is in working condition. Each computer comes with a monitor, mouse, keyboard and is internet ready.

The program is open to all Georgia 4-Hers who are in the 5th through 8th grades. Each 4-H'er who applies has to fill out a standard application, turn in character references, list 4-H activities they have participated in and write a short essay on why they need or want a computer. Applications will be judged based on need and access to a working computer. Last year we had 75 applicants and we expect a greater number this year.

The computers will be delivered the week of Christmas, giving these kids something wonderful to look forward to for Christmas. The Tech Team plans on continuing this program annually and is currently looking for donors that can help out either with equipment, computer parts or monetary donations.

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