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About Refurb Hope

What we are all about

Refurb Hope is a 501c3 non-profit based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa that’s dedicated to serving the youth of Iowa.  Our mission is to bring technology to foster youth, and youth from low-income families that are looking to take that next step after high school by pursuing a higher education. We know college can be expensive, and so can a computer. We aim to take care of your computing needs by offering high quality refurbished units at no cost to the graduate! Whether attending college, or going into a trade, technology plays a critical role in education today. 

At Refurb Hope we will do our best to match students with a machine that will fit their needs for further education, both with regards to hardware and software. Donations are on a first come, first serve basis, and while we wish we could serve everyone, at first we may have relatively limited inventory.  

Our vision is to one day serve the youth all across America, and not just the state of Iowa, but for now, we will serve Iowans proudly!

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About Our Founder

Brandon Gordon

Our founder, Brandon Gordon grew up in foster care, dealing with a tumultuous home life most of his childhood. Brandon ended up aging out of the foster care system at age 18, graduated, high school and obtained a 4-year degree in Business Administration. Brandon has worked for Transamerica for 10 years, and owns a computer repair business in Cedar Rapids.

Ever since graduating, Brandon has been searching for a way to give back to the kids who have encountered difficulty in their childhood as well, but have made the best of their situation and have overcome. Refurb Hope is the manifestation of Brandon's skills, and heart combined.

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