Quality devices
where they’re needed
The National Device Bank distributes free devices through a network of community partners. Register your organisation, charity or school to be a National Device Bank participant by filling in the form below.
Expression of interest
The National Device Bank has 6,000 partners around Australia
2M people supported with free digital skills
120,000 distributed devices to individuals across Australia
Four simple steps to digital access
Register interest
Submit your organisation’s expression of interest through our streamlined online form
Provide requirements
Tell us about your community’s specific device needs and how many people you support
Receive devices
Once approved, we’ll coordinate delivery of quality refurbished devices to your organisation
Connect to support
Access technical assistance and digital skills training resources for your recipients
Partner with us
Access devices for your community
Who Can Apply
We partner with organisations actively bridging the digital divide. This includes community focused not-for-profits, schools supporting students without learning devices, and services helping marginalised groups develop digital skills and confidence.
Removing obstacles
to digital inclusion
Community organisations deserve dependable digital tools to support their mission and help communities. Digital inclusion demands both quality devices and practical support for meaningful impact. National Device Bank provides a complete solution that transforms how organisations deliver technology access to those who need it most.
Additional Resources
With requests for over 19,000 devices from charity and schools across Australia, community groups often cannot meet the critical technology needs of the people they support. We can offer additional resources to combat this.
A Holistic Approach
Our network of 6,000 community partners highlights a crucial truth: digital inclusion succeeds when every device is paired with technical support and skills training.
Quality Standards
Our comprehensive quality standards ensure every device meets practical requirements. Communities deserve reliable technology that performs consistently for education, employment, and essential services.
Community-first
approach
We handle the complex logistics so you can channel your resources toward community impact. Our devices, technical expertise, and distribution networks remove the typical roadblocks that limit digital access programs.
Streamlined Logistics
Focus on your core mission while we manage device sourcing, refurbishment, and delivery. Our proven processes free your team from administrative burden so you can focus on community impact.
Enhanced Offerings
Strengthen your services with quality digital tools, dedicated technical support, and best practices from our partner network. Deliver more comprehensive digital inclusion programs to your community.
National Reach
Access quality devices and support regardless of your location. Our distribution network reaches everywhere from urban centres to remote communities across Australia.
Find support near you
Access to devices is expensive. Without a digital device, you might miss essential services, education opportunities, and family connections. If you need support getting a free refurbished device, contact your local community organisation to request a device from the National Device Bank.
Access devices today
Make lasting community change through simple, secure access to quality refurbished devices. Thousands of charities already partner with us.
Expression of interest
FAQ
Can individuals or families apply to receive a device?
No, we distribute devices through our network of trusted community partners across Australia. If you need a free laptop for school or university, please contact local charities, community centres or support services in your area. These organisations identify people who would benefit most from technology access, assess individual needs, and provide valuable local support. Our partners work with diverse communities, including students, low-income families, First Nations peoples, seniors, and people with disability to bridge the digital divide and create more equitable access to essential digital tools.
What support do recipients get after receiving a device?
Recipients receive both technical assistance and digital skills development. We know that access to a free laptop is only the first step, confidence and skills make the real difference. We connect you with local organisations that provide technical support to help set up and use the device effectively. You can expect support for free digital skills workshops covering everything from basic computer use to specific applications for education and employment. This makes the National Device Bank different, and the practical approach helps people build the digital literacy needed to make the most of their technology access for learning, connecting, and accessing essential services.
How do I apply to become a recipient organisation?
Community groups in Australia can register through our straightforward expression of interest process. Each partner in our network manages their own eligibility and distribution systems for providing refurbished computers to low-income families and individuals. When applying, please describe how your organisation identifies people in need, your distribution approach, and how you’ll support users after they receive devices. We have partnerships with organisations serving communities Australia-wide, facing significant barriers to digital inclusion. Many successful partners integrate free laptops for students and technology access into their existing education, employment or social support programs.
What are the benefits of partnering with the National Device Bank?
Partners receive quality, reliable refurbished laptops for low-income community members without the complexity of sourcing and vetting devices themselves. You can focus on your core mission while we handle the technical aspects. What makes us different is our comprehensive approach. We combine secure device refurbishment, nationwide distribution, and digital skills support in one coordinated solution. Our program integrates smoothly with existing services, helping community groups in Australia expand their digital inclusion initiatives. Partners value our established quality standards, technical support resources, and connection to a nationwide network sharing best practices.
Are the refurbished devices fully functional for home and school use?
Yes, all devices undergo professional refurbishment by WorkVentures, specialists with over 40 years of experience. Every free laptop for university students or school pupils receives secure data erasure using industry-accredited software, quality testing, and necessary repairs or upgrades. These refurbished computers for low-income families perform reliably for education, job applications, and everyday digital tasks. Devices come with appropriate operating systems and essential software already installed. This professional approach ensures that when students explore how to get a free laptop for their studies, they receive technology that genuinely supports their educational journey.
Is there a cost to receive refurbished devices?
No, all devices are completely free to eligible recipients through our partners. We’ve removed financial barriers to ensure that devices reach those who need them most. Our model transforms corporate technology donations into valuable community resources at no cost to recipient organisations or end users. This approach particularly benefits schools and community groups providing technology access to disadvantaged students and families. By covering all refurbishment costs, we enable our partners to focus their resources on support services and skills development rather than device procurement.
