Partnering with LSEG to Tackle the Digital Divide in Wandsworth

Imagine trying to write an essay, apply for a job, or manage your household bills on nothing but a smartphone screen with limited data. For many of our neighbors, this isn’t a hypothetical scenario—it is a daily reality.

Alarmingly, 7 in 10 low-income households with children still don’t have access to an adequate laptop or device at home. This digital divide means thousands of families are locked out of homework, job applications, online services, and everyday opportunities.

That is why corporate donations and community support mean the absolute world to us.

A Huge Thank You to LSEG!

We are thrilled to give a massive shout-out to LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) for their incredibly generous donation of 10 laptops to Power to Connect!

These devices are now safely in our hands. Every single one will be securely wiped, refurbished, and redistributed to local families, young people, and community groups across Wandsworth who need them most.

Why Tech Donations Matter

Something as simple as an unused laptop sitting in a corporate cupboard or a spare room can completely transform a household. When you choose to recycle computers near me or hand over laptops for charity, you are providing:

• A child’s path to success: Giving them the tool they need to complete homework and keep up with classmates.
• A parent’s route back into work: Allowing them to build CVs, search for open roles, and apply for employment.
• A lifeline for connection: Taking that vital first step toward true digital confidence.

Driving ESG and Sustainability: A Blueprint for Businesses

For organizations looking to strengthen their CSR strategy or advance their ESG strategy, donating retired IT equipment is a win-win.

Partnering with a computer recycling charity like Power to Connect directly supports your company’s sustainability goals. It keeps hardware out of landfills—helping you responsibly recycle electrical items and lower your carbon footprint—while simultaneously creating measurable social value and community impact.

We know that modern businesses care deeply about environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR). By establishing charity partnerships like this, companies can supercharge their ESG sustainability initiativesand back them up with robust impact reporting. It is a tangible way to practice responsible business while boosting employee engagement through meaningful corporate volunteering and community programmes.

Boosting Digital Literacy Across Wandsworth

Getting a device into a home is only the first part of the puzzle. To truly achieve digital inclusion, people need the confidence to use the technology.

Beyond hardware, we are passionate about pointing residents toward local hubs where they can build their confidence. If you or someone you know is looking to build confidence on a computer, there are brilliant, accessible resources right on your doorstep.

You can find excellent, free digital skills training UK initiatives and resources locally. Our brilliant local libraries are fantastic places to start. Whether you visit Wandsworth Library, Battersea Library, Southfields Library, Roehampton Library, or Tooting Library, you can connect with staff who can guide you toward a basic IT skills course free of charge, or help sign you up for formal digital skills courses and digital literacy courses UK wide.

Get Involved Today!

• Volunteer in Wandsworth and support residents to gain vital IT skills.
• Donate laptops, tablets, or phones to reduce e-waste and support learning.
• Donate funds to support digital inclusion projects across Wandsworth.