AT&T* and Compudopt provided 100 refurbished laptops today to Atlanta students and families who need access to connected devices, as part of a broader effort to provide 1,000 laptops ahead of the back-to-school season. 

The laptop distribution was made possible through AT&T’s Retail E-waste Campaign, which turns customer participation in electronics recycling into tangible community impact. Customers can recycle eligible electronics at participating AT&T retail locations and donate trade-in value online to help support refurbished laptop distributions in communities nationwide. For every 10 pounds of eligible e-waste collected, AT&T provides one laptop to help expand digital access in the communities it serves. 

Customers have already recycled more than 10,000 pounds of eligible electronics and donated over $1M in trade-in value through the campaign, helping keep electronics out of landfills while supporting access to technology for students and families. With e-waste recycling bins now available in more than 200 AT&T stores nationwide, the program continues to give customers more ways to participate in a campaign that connects environmental responsibility with community impact. 

“Today’s event is a powerful reminder that when we come together, even small actions can make a big difference in our communities,” said Cara Fields, Vice President/General Manager, AT&T. “Thanks to our customers, recycled devices and donated trade-in value helped put laptops into the hands of students and families, giving them tools to learn, grow, and stay connected. We’re proud that our retail stores serve as a local hub for responsible recycling and opportunities that help move our communities forward.” 

According to U.S. Census Bureau data, millions nationwide still don’t have access to the internet or connected devices needed to fully participate in school, work, healthcare and other essential online activities. 

“Sustainability has always been a core part of Compudopt's mission and theory of change,” said Megan Steckly, Chief Executive Officer, Compudopt. “We're delighted to be working with a collaborator who shares that commitment and are thrilled to continue increasing awareness of e-waste recycling with AT&T.” 

This effort is part of AT&T’s broader commitment to help address the digital divide through internet accessibility, affordability and safe adoption. AT&T has committed $5 billion to help 25 million people get and stay connected to high-speed internet by 2030. This includes distributing more than 36,000 computers to students and their families across Texas since 2021. In 2026, AT&T plans to distribute 30,000 laptops nationwide. 

Learn more at https://sustainability.att.com/cr/environment/ewaste.