Computer CORE

As part of our COREcelerate program, Computer CORE is having a celebration for at least 14 students who achieved 16 industry-recognized Certifications!

Our intern, Henry Mace, earned a Google certification and helped put these Certs in frames! Thanks, Henry. And, thank you, Killian! Cousins

Computer CORE is proud to be the nonprofit partner of Microsoft 365 Community Days DC 2026!

Thank you, Jameel and Ryan for all the computers you refurbish for Computer CORE!

YOU did it—our $5,000 match has been unlocked thanks to our incredible donor community!
Now let’s keep going. We’re working toward our $30,000 goal as part of Spring2ACTion.
Every dollar helps Computer CORE provide free digital skills classes, one-on-one support, and refurbished computers—so adults can access jobs, services, and opportunities that increasingly require technology.
If you’ve been thinking about giving, now is the moment. Help us finish strong. https://www.spring2action.org/organization/computer-core
Through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) for Education, Virginia residents can earn a 65% tax credit when you give $500 or more to Computer CORE—a direct credit, not just a deduction.

Computer CORE’s mascot Ember attends ALX Dog Walk/sustainability fair. .

🌸💻 Computer CORE is thrilled to share that the Mason Hirst Foundation Fund has once again awarded us a $5,000 Spring2ACTion match! 🍀✨
Spring2ACTion—hosted by ACT for Alexandria—is a 24-hour online giving day happening April 22. Early giving has started!. ⏰💚
With this generous matching grant, your gift goes twice as far—help us unlock this match and expand digital skills, confidence, and opportunity for adults across Alexandria. 🌟
Let’s make it happen, together! 🙌

🐾🌱 Computer CORE is excited to be part of the 2026 ALX Dog Walk Sustainability Festival & Marketplace! 💻♻️
Got an old laptop? Bring it along! We’ll refurbish it and put it into the hands of an adult learning digital skills—giving it a second life with real impact.
Come say hi and learn about our free online computer classes for adults—it’s never too late to build your tech skills!
📅 Saturday, April 18, 2026
⏰ 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Oronoco Bay Park, Old Town Alexandria
🐶 Bonus: lots of adorable dogs expected!

♻️💻 Computer CORE E-Cycle Donation Day is here! 💻♻️
Got an old laptop or tech collecting dust? Give it a second life—and help an adult learner gain essential digital skills! 🙌✨
📅 Saturday, April 11
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Fairlington Presbyterian Church (parking lot at Menokin Dr & King St)
3846 King Street, Alexandria, VA
We’re collecting Windows 11–compatible laptops (with chargers) from individuals and businesses. These devices are refurbished and placed directly into the hands of adult learners who need them most. 💙
✔️ Leave your contact info to receive a thank-you letter and tax receipt
✔️ We also responsibly recycle unusable items: desktops, cords, monitors, keyboards, mice, and all-in-ones ♻️
Clean out your closet. Change someone’s future. 🌟

🌸💻 Computer CORE is thrilled to share that the Mason Hirst Foundation Fund has once again awarded us a $5,000 Spring2ACTion match! 🍀✨
Spring2ACTion—hosted by ACT for Alexandria—is a 24-hour online giving day happening April 22 with early giving starting today April 8!. ⏰💚
https://www.spring2action.org/give/computer-core
With this generous matching grant, your gift goes twice as far—help us unlock this match and expand digital skills, confidence, and opportunity for adults across Alexandria. 🌟
Let’s make it happen, together! 🙌

💼✨Computer CORE participants were welcomed to Microsoft Rosslyn by members of HOLA DC (Hispanic and Latinx Organization of Leaders in Action) to kick off our Spring 2026 COREcelerate cohort recruitment! 🚀
Through COREcelerate, adult learners ready for the next step choose to pursue industry-recognized certifications using free platforms like Microsoft Learn—supported by mentoring from Microsoft professionals and peer mentors. 💻📚
🔥 CORE is now accepting new COREcelerate participants—especially from Arlington, VA!
Ready to take the next step? Contact us at [email protected] for more information.
Big thanks to Wilkerson for an inspiring session on technical skills, career pivots, and defining your own path forward! 🧭✨ Thanks also to Urrutia Hartman