Services

01

Community Computer Builds

At VAPCO, we hope to inspire students and teach them about computers. Students attend classes where they not only learn everything about how a computer works, but they also receive hands on learning experiences through building computers. These computers are then donated to the veterans.
  • Live demonstrations and classes
  • Learn both how computers work and how to build them
  • All computers are donated to the VA
  • Students can become proficient with computer usage and help teach future classes
  • Computer specifications are able to handle standard officework such as Microsoft Suite and websurfing

02

Software Setup & Configuration

At donation events, members of VAPCO are present to set up the computers in communal spaces as well as to help individual veterans set up and personalize their computers. We strive to go beyond providing the veterans with technology and ensure that they are able to easily hit the ground running with their essential digital needs.

  • Operating systems are pre-installed and updated
  • All peripherals are included in each donated computer (Speakers, keyboard, mouse, mousepad, webcam, monitor)
  • Proficient students attend donations and help set up computers
  • Computers are fully built upon arrival and are set up at the donations
  • Internet and connectivity setup

03

Community & VA Partnership

One way in which we donate computers is to communal centers on the VA campus. Our ultimate goal is to get computers into the hands of every veteran who needs one, and as we work towards this goal, we intend to make computers as widely available as possible across the VA campus.
  • In-person delivery at a variety of locations
  • Walkthrough of core features and software
  • Computer set up by VAPCO team
  • Future technology support available

04

Hand-Delivery to Individual Veterans

Another way in which we typically donate computers is to individual veterans. The majority of computers go directly into the hands of individual veterans. 

  • Partnership with veteran service organizations
  • Needs assessment and recipient identification
  • Coordinated donation drives and fundraising events
  • Student volunteer engagement and leadership
  • Grant research and funding development

Who We Serve

Who We Help

We prioritize veterans who face the greatest barriers to technology access — those for whom a computer could be a life-changing tool for reintegration and independence.

  • Partnership with veteran service organizations
  • Needs assessment and recipient identification
  • Coordinated donation drives and fundraising events
  • Student volunteer engagement and leadership
  • Grant research and funding development

Our Process

How It Works

Referral & Assessment

Veterans are identified through our partner organizations, or can reach out directly. We assess the veteran's specific technology needs, living situation, and intended use of the computer.

Component Selection & Funding

We select the appropriate components for each build based on the assessment, then secure funding through donations, grants, and community support.

Build & Quality Testing

Eddie and our volunteers carefully assemble the computer by hand, performing thorough quality and performance testing before it's considered ready for delivery.

Software Setup

The computer is configured with the operating system, essential applications, security software, and any specialized tools the veteran will need for their specific goals.

Delivery & Training

We deliver the computer and provide hands-on training so the veteran is confident using it. We follow up to ensure everything is working and address any questions.

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Every dollar donated goes directly toward computer components, assembly, and delivery for veterans in Los Angeles.

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