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How to Use TechSoup

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About TechSoupWe are working toward a time when every nonprofit and social benefit organization on

the planet has the technology resources and knowledge they need.

TechSoup Global, founded in 1987 as The CompuMentor Project, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides technology assistance to other nonprofit

organizations in the United States and in 35 countries. In the last 10 years, TechSoup Global has saved the world’s nonprofit sector more than $2

billion in IT expenses.

What will you find at TechSoup.Org?

• TechSoup is a nonprofit with a clear focus: providing other nonprofits and libraries with technology that empowers them to fulfill their missions and serve their communities.

• TechSoup has articles, blogs, free webinars, and forums led by expert hosts are available to all users.

• Once qualified with TechSoup, nonprofits and libraries can access 400+ technology products from more than 45 donor partners — including Microsoft, Adobe, Cisco, Intuit, and Symantec.

• All donated and discounted products are available for a small admin fee that supports our work in the U.S. and around the world.

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Get Started

Step 1: Join TechSoup (Individual user profile) Step 2: Register Your OrganizationStep 3: Fax a copy of your IRS 501(c)(3) letterStep 4: Check Your Organization’s EligibilityStep 5: Request a Donation and Check Out

Step 1: Join TechSoup (create an Individual user profile)

Step 2: Register Your Organization (or link to an existing account)

Step 3: Fax a copy of your IRS 501(c)(3) “Nonprofit Letter”to 800-633-9400

Step 4: Check Your Organization’s Eligibility

Now that you’ve qualified for TechSoup, review every technology partner’s unique guidelines to check product eligibility – with the touch of a button.

Step 5: Request a Donation

• Find a product• Review the product details• Add it to your cart

Step 6: Check Out

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Help/Contact Us• Client Services• (800) 659-3579  • For faster service, please

have your organization's EIN, Tax ID Number, or your TechSoup Donation Request Number on hand when you call.

• Submit questions via emailVisit our Frequently Asked Questions

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