Laptops for Learning

01422 349700

A project by Community Foundation for Calderdale

In January 2021 Covid-19 infection rates have soared and a new variant of the coronavirus are causing more hospitalisations and sadly many more deaths. A third national lockdown is in place and in Calderdale this has meant disruption to normal schooling and a need for children and young people to learn remotely.

Schools have a critical role to play in supporting disadvantaged children and young people and their families but schools don't have the financial resources or a surplus of laptops and associated equipment to pass onto disadvantaged families.

The Community Foundation for Calderdale and Calderdale Council have teamed up to launch the Laptops for Learning Appeal to purchase 100s of laptops and supporting equipment and to support schools in preparing the laptops for distribution across Calderdale.

Prior to setting up this Localgiving Project Page the Community Foundation and the Council mobilised £32,000 sourced from Foundation fundholders, general donations and matched funding sourced by the Council.

We need your help to raise at least £100,000 to ensure all Calderdale children and young people can enjoy the same remote learning experience as others.

Please will you consider supporting this important cause.

What your gift could provide

£35

help to purchase an item of computer support equipment

£75

to purchase several items of computer support equipment

£200

to purchase a laptop and licence for a Calderdale child

Fundraise for us!

Volunteers needed

We welcome volunteers who can help in the office, at events or supporting local groups with fundraising and grant applications. Please contact us on 01422 349700 to find out how you can get involved.

Charity Information

Community Foundation for Calderdale

Telephone: 01422 349700

Address: 1855 Building (first floor), Discovery Road, Halifax West Yorkshire HX1 2NG

Established in: 1994

Registered charity no.: 1002722