Technology Donation Guidelines
"Supporting Education Through Technology Donations"
At Idaho Falls School District #91, we appreciate your generosity in wanting to donate technology to support our students and educators. To ensure all donated equipment can be effectively used, maintained, and supported, we have guidelines in place to determine if your equipment meets the district’s needs.
If your item meets the standards listed below, please contact your local school or the district office at (208) 525-7500 to discuss the donation process.
Why Standardization Matters
To streamline support, reduce maintenance costs, and ensure compatibility with district systems, we follow standard purchasing procedures when acquiring new technology. The district primarily uses HP and Apple computers and HP laser printers, as these brands align with our IT infrastructure.
Donations that meet our minimum technology standards allow us to integrate devices seamlessly into classrooms and offices while ensuring reliable technical support and repairs by district personnel.
Equipment Donation Guidelines
Computers
To be accepted, donated computers must meet or exceed the following specifications to run the software currently used in our schools.
Apple Computers
Processor
Intel i5 or i7
Operating System
Capable of running macOS 13.1
Memory (RAM)
4 GB or more
Storage
250 GB hard drive or more
Connectivity
1G LAN Ethernet
Monitor Size
Laptops: 15” or larger
Desktops: 17” or larger
Windows PCs
Processor: Intel i5 or i7 (2.8 GHz or higher)
Operating System: Capable of running Windows 10
Memory (RAM): 4 GB or more
Storage: 250 GB hard drive or more
Monitor Size: 24” or larger flat-panel color monitor
Important:
Computers without Windows 10 must be certified to meet Windows 10 (or newer) Hardware Compatibility Standards before donation.
Printers:
Only HP Laser Printers that are Ethernet-ready will be accepted.
Additional Donation Considerations
Technology that does not meet these minimum requirements will not be accepted, unless the receiving school or department agrees to cover the cost of necessary upgrades before acceptance.
Schools and departments are responsible for purchasing any required software, power, network, or facility upgrades to accommodate donated equipment.
The district reserves the right to determine the cost-effectiveness of maintaining and repairing donated equipment before acceptance.
Software Donation Guidelines
All software donations must include the original license(s) and media from the publisher.
The software must be applicable to district curriculum and cannot be an outdated version where the donor has kept an upgraded version.
Donations that violate copyright agreements will not be accepted.
How to Donate Technology
If your equipment meets the minimum standards outlined above, please:
1
Contact your local school or the District Office at (208) 525-7500 to discuss your donation.
2
Ensure the equipment and software meet eligibility requirements before proceeding.
3
If necessary, work with the school/department to determine if any upgrades or additional costs are required.
Thank you for your generosity in supporting our schools! Your contributions help provide students and staff with the technology they need to succeed.