Originally Posted by
jsnydcsa
I'm often in one of three major metropolitan areas and have attempted to donate similar machines to a good cause. Unfortunately, most orgs don't want the machines b/c of the hassle of working with them and them being "different" from other machines which they get/use in bulk. Sadly, I'm left to remove and physically destroy the drives and recycle all of it. For me, the only way to be sure is destruction of the drives.
Have you checked more recently? There was a large need for used hardware around last fall and some schools are still operating remotely. They might need more laptops, tablets, or chrome books for incoming students if they're operating in hybrid models. Donations in my area could be made to libraries which partnered with companies or volunteers to re-image everything. The libraries also worked with the city to provide hotspots and extend wifi into more areas of the parking lot/exterior for those without stable home internet.