Be a buddy

furbd wouldn't be where we are today without our amazing network of supporters who have joined us on our mission to ensure no one is left behind by the digital divide. Whether you've been a drop-off point, distributor, volunteer, donor, or helped raise awareness, you’re already a part of our furbd family.

We want to thank you for your support, and now, you can proudly show your involvement! Apply for your buddy pack and use our logomark on your social media or emails to help spread the word and show the world that you stand with furbd. Together, we’re making a real difference!

Want to know how you can have a positive impact?

How your purchase helps

100% of the cost helps fund the vital work furbd do in the Tees Valley to enhance people's lives and raise aspirations by providing sustainable access to technology.

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Become a corporate donor

Donate your redundant IT equipment to furbd, so we can revive and redistribute it to help create a digitally inclusive society

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Become an individual donor

Every donation, no matter the size, has the potential to create lasting positive change in someone's life.

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All donated hard drives undergo a secure and thorough data erasure process using Certus Erasure Software, which is certified by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and meets the highest international data security standards.

Complete Data Removal

Upon donation, all data is permanently erased to ensure your information is completely removed.
Upon receiving the hardware, we guarantee that no previous data exists on the device, ensuring total data security.

Industry-Leading Compliance

Our data erasure process adheres to the most stringent global security standards, including:

IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) standards
NIST SP 800-88 (National Institute of Standards and Technology guidelines for media sanitization)
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) for data privacy compliance
ADISA (Asset Disposal and Information Security Alliance) for secure IT asset disposal

Additionally, Certus Erasure Software is NATO-accredited , providing military-grade security and complete peace of mind.

At furbd, we believe in full transparency regarding the condition of our refurbished devices. Every device is carefully inspected, tested, and rated so you know exactly what to expect before purchasing.

Device Condition Ratings

As New – Never used, only unboxed and tested.
Excellent – Used but in near-perfect condition with no noticeable marks.
Good – Some light scratches or scuffs (minor cosmetic wear).
Fair – Visible scratches, dents, or other signs of previous use.

Upgraded Devices

Some devices may include an "Upgraded" status, meaning we have improved performance by upgrading.

RAM
Hard Drive
Both RAM and Hard Drive

This ensures that even pre-owned devices offer great performance and reliability.

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Want to know how you can have a positive impact?

How your purchase helps

Become a corporate donor

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