Can we donate old IT equipment or office furniture to NGO's?

Yes, and it’s one of the most impactful ways your company can contribute to CSR goals, reduce e-waste, and support education and social causes - without spending extra budgets.

Why June Is a Good Time to Act

Mid-year is when many NGOs and community organizations begin new training cycles, school programs, or office expansions. Donations like old laptops, desktop computers, office chairs, or unused furniture can help set up:

• Digital classrooms in rural schools

• Skill labs for unemployed youth

• NGO offices or community workstations

And the best part — your CSR donation can be legal, structured, and tax-benefit aligned.

What Can Be Donated?

Many CSR teams ask this. Here's a simple checklist of items that NGOs actually request:

• Working laptops, desktops, CPUs

• Projectors, monitors, printers

• Office chairs, desks, storage cabinets

• Network hardware (routers, cables, etc.)

• Even bulk stationery and school supplies

Make sure items are in usable condition or can be refurbished.

Is It Legal Under CSR?

Yes. Under Schedule VII of the Companies Act, donations of usable goods that support education, livelihood, environmental sustainability, or public benefit are CSR-compliant — if routed through a registered NGO partner.

You can also sign a CSR MoU, track impact through photos, beneficiary feedback, and reporting — making your donation 100% auditable and aligned with CSR law.

How Do Companies Usually Do It?

CSR and admin teams often combine forces:

• Admin teams list down old equipment

• CSR teams identify suitable NGO partners

• Together they plan pickup, data wiping (for IT), and donation documentation

This process not only clears storage but also strengthens your corporate sustainability goals.

Real Impact Numbers

📦 One laptop = 1 student learning digital skills

🪑 One desk = 1 safe space for an NGO worker

📊 One donation drive = measurable CSR outcome

Don’t Just Dump. Donate With Dignity.

At Marpu Foundation, we’ve helped corporates donate over 3500+ IT and office assets to government schools, rural NGOs, and women-led community centres. The key is planning, verification, and partnering with experienced orgs.

To make this happen, you can collaborate with experienced organisations like Marpu Foundation — to ensure your donations reach the right place, with full reporting and community validation.

👉 To learn more, visit www.marpu.org