Important Information About Kramden Operations:

We are happy to announce that Kramden has resumed partial working operations and has made a number of important changes, so please read the following carefully: 

  1. All volunteer events including Wednesday Work Nights and Mini Geek-A-Thons are still on hold for the time being.
  2. Surplus Sales and walk-in sales are still suspended; we are planning on resuming Surplus sales sometime in July with social distancing measures in place.
  3. In-person technical support and repair services are still suspended: we offer technical support over the phone if needed.
  4. We are accepting individual computer donations: donation carts and receipts have been placed outside our office doors.  Equipment can dropped off anytime between 12PM and 5PM during weekday hours (we cannot accept weekend donations) and will be collected twice a day.

Thanks to the overwhelming support of the community, Kramden continues to serve those in need of a computer. Since the pandemic’s start, we have distributed over 1,000 computers to students, families and community organizations.

If you are in need of a computer, please visit our Programs to learn more.  

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KRAMDEN INSTITUTE

Providing Technology Tools and Training

to Bridge the Digital Divide.

Get A Computer

If you are in need of a computer, please follow the link to see which program you are qualified for.

Donate a Computer

Make a computer equipment donation to Kramden. All computers are welcome, regardless of type, age or condition.

Volunteer

Kramden relies on volunteers like you to make everything happen. Come join us at one of our many events.

Take a Class

We offer a variety of digital literacy classes for everyone, from beginners to experts. Register today.

Our Mission: Providing Technology Tools and Training to Bridge the Digital Divide

Collect, refurbish and award computers to students and families without a computer in their home.

Inspire students to succeed by teaching them critical computer, software and Internet skills.

Recycle and reuse donated computers and parts; extending their lives and reducing e-waste.

37,556

Computers Awarded since 2003

84

Counties Across NC Served

1,483

Volunteers Who Helped in 2019

326,354

Pounds of Recycled E-Waste in 2019

What’s Going On at Kramden

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ONLINE CAMP SPOTLIGHT:
Digital DJ: Make Music with Code - Grades 6-8

Explore EarSketch, the music coding software developed by computer scientists at Georgia Tech. You’ll learn how to use EarSketch to create your own songs from a huge library of samples like drums, synth leads, and bass on multiple tracks. You’ll also remix music from musicians like Common, Ciara, Young Guru, and Richard Devine! It’s like Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) apps, but controlled by code. As you make music, you’ll understand coding concepts like variables, functions, loops, and constants and music concepts like rhythm, measures, BPM, and keys.

Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/digital-dj-make-music-with-code-online-camp-registration-105441516414 to learn more and sign up today!
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ONLINE CAMP SPOTLIGHT:
Digital DJ: Make Music with Code - Grades 6-8

Explore EarSketch, the music coding software developed by computer scientists at Georgia Tech. You’ll learn how to use EarSketch to create your own songs from a huge library of samples like drums, synth leads, and bass on multiple tracks. You’ll also remix music from musicians like Common, Ciara, Young Guru, and Richard Devine! It’s like Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) apps, but controlled by code. As you make music, you’ll understand coding concepts like variables, functions, loops, and constants and music concepts like rhythm, measures, BPM, and keys.

Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/digital-dj-make-music-with-code-online-camp-registration-105441516414 to learn more and sign up today!

1 week ago

Kramden Institute

ONLINE CAMP SPOTLIGHT:
Digital Creativity: Image Editing - Grades 6-8

Learn how to create unique photo projects using image editing software. Using the free program GIMP, students will learn basic imaging concepts and adjustments, as well as more advanced editing skills like layers and masks. They will use these skills to explore their creative capacity with daily projects like making digital collages and even GIFs. Perfect for aspiring artists, photographers, or designers.

Visit www.eventbrite.com/e/digital-creativity-image-editing-online-camp-registration-105439091160 to learn more and sign up today!
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ONLINE CAMP SPOTLIGHT:
Digital Creativity: Image Editing - Grades 6-8

Learn how to create unique photo projects using image editing software. Using the free program GIMP, students will learn basic imaging concepts and adjustments, as well as more advanced editing skills like layers and masks. They will use these skills to explore their creative capacity with daily projects like making digital collages and even GIFs. Perfect for aspiring artists, photographers, or designers.

Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/digital-creativity-image-editing-online-camp-registration-105439091160 to learn more and sign up today!

2 weeks ago

Kramden Institute

We're thrilled to have been able to connect with the folks at Gamers Nexus for one of their more recent videos. You may notice a familiar-looking space around the 8:54 mark. What a great way to make use of #ewaste! ... See MoreSee Less

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