Computers@home is a project of the charity Nunquam Retro. Computers @home is a literacy program of Nunquam Retro a registered charity that places surplus computers into the homes of students and others mainly in the Jane/Finch area of the City of Toronto for use as word processors. In its fourth year, the project has been very successful. Its goals continue to be met and its services continue to be in high demand.


Computers@home goals are:

  • To put word processing equipment, as a literacy tool, into the homes of students who could not usually afford one .
  • To expand our donor base .
  • To assist local small agencies with their information technology needs.
  • To build a volunteer base .
  • To network with community organizations .
  • To secure financial support for the project .
  • To promote the project and its services through the media and other venues .

Equipment Collection
We have collected over 2000 pieces of equipment from individuals and firms. Students and Community Members Served We managed to give away 300 units giving 250 students a computer in their home. We collected 190 CPU’s and 136 monitors that could be valued at $ 218,900.00 new and $23,500 used Since 10/21/1999 we have given away 627 sets to 1,162 students and others. That equipment was valued at $1,449,450.00 new and $146,375 used.
Our volunteers have logged over 3,000 hours working on the project in 2003.


Our Donor Base

We would be nothing without the generous people who take the time to donate equipment to our cause. In the last year, we have had over 40 new donors’ individuals and companies. We also wish to thank them and many individual donors.

Assisting Agencies

We were able to assist 12 agencies in their information technology needs by either providing their clients with computers or by repairing and augmenting their office equipment.


Our Volunteer Base

This year we have had over 12 people volunteer to help us. Some are quite knowledgeable in the field of computer repair and have spent many hours turning someone’s junk into a working word processor. Some have picked up loads of equipment and some have just helped us clean up. They have contributed over 3000 hours of service to the project and the community. All were important parts of Computers@home. To all have been involved in Computers@home in any way, have a great 2004.