Which workstations we consider
We review every donation case by case. Tell us what you have on the form, add a photo or two, and our team will let you know.
Specs
List the CPU, GPU and RAM on the form.
Software licenses
Deactivate them before you reset.
Heavy towers
Pack with care or ask about bulk pickup.
Workstation brands we see often
Dell Precision, HP Z, HP ZBook, Lenovo ThinkStation, Lenovo ThinkPad P series, Apple Mac Pro, Apple Mac Studio, BOXX, Puget Systems, Supermicro, Fujitsu Celsius and custom builds, and many more.
Not on the list? It is here to help you find your workstation, not to limit what we consider. We review every make and model, listed or not, including small builders and brands that are no longer around. What matters is condition, never the name on the case, so enter yours on the form even if you don't see it here.
What to know about donating a workstation
Where workstations end up
Engineering, architecture, video and data workstations are built for heavy, long-running work. Training programs and nonprofits that do design, media or technical work can use that power for years.
Tower workstations such as HP Z, Dell Precision and Lenovo ThinkStation models, as well as mobile workstations, are all welcome for review.
What we look at during review
Tell us the model, processor, memory, storage and graphics card. Professional graphics cards and ECC memory are useful details.
If you have several identical workstations, list the quantity. Offices with many machines can ask about bulk pickup.
Your data
Workstations often hold sensitive project files. Reset them before donating, or remove the drives. We wipe every device with Acronis before reuse, and businesses can request a certificate of data destruction.
Value and your tax receipt
If you itemize, you may be able to deduct the fair market value of your workstation, which is what the same model in similar condition sells for used today. You determine the value; we can't appraise it. Giving Center sends a written acknowledgment describing what you donated.
Starting with the 2026 tax year, itemizers can deduct only giving above 0.5% of adjusted gross income, and items you deduct at more than $500 need Form 8283. Our tax guide covers the details. Ask your tax preparer what applies to you.
Condition: what we can use
Every donation is reviewed case by case. We can't promise acceptance before review.
Before you ship: release licenses, reset
We wipe every device with Acronis before it's reused. Releasing software licenses first keeps them available for your next machine.
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Back up projects
Copy project files and settings to a server or external drive.
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Release licenses
Deactivate CAD, design and video software so the seats return to your account.
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Reset it
Settings, then System, then Recovery, then Reset this PC, with Remove everything and Clean data on.
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Check the setup screen
When it restarts to the setup screen, it's ready.
Done? Check before you box it
- Projects backed up
- Software licenses released
- Reset with Remove everything
- Restarts to the setup screen
Packing and shipping your workstation
Please send the form first and wait for our reply. We'll send the shipping address and instructions once we've reviewed it. We can only take items we've approved, so please don't ship anything before you hear from us.
Wait for our OK. We send the address and instructions after we review your form.
Pack it well. Workstations are heavy. Use a double-wall box with thick padding, or ask about bulk pickup for several.
Label what's inside with a note listing each item, so we can match it to your form.
Ship with tracking. Donors ship at their own cost. Shipping is sometimes reimbursed; ask when we review your donation.
Where your workstation goes
Donated workstations help vocational training programs, design schools and nonprofits that edit video or work with large files.
Where your computer goesA note on taxes
If you itemize, you may be able to deduct the fair market value of your workstation: what a willing buyer would pay for it as it is today. You decide the value, and your tax preparer can tell you what applies to you. We don't appraise items and can't promise a deduction.
Workstation donation questions
Yes, we consider them case by case. List the card on the form.
Businesses can request a certificate of data destruction.
You can. Mention it on the form.
Bulk donations are picked up in all states. Single machines are shipped after approval.
Yes. They're reviewed like laptops.
Deactivate CAD, rendering and editing licenses before you reset so you can move them to your new machine.
Bulk pickup is available in all states. List the quantity on the form.
Tell us about your workstation
Fill out the form and our team will review it. Every donation is considered case by case.