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Eligibility Criteria
Techie Australia provides technology to people and organisations advancing digital inclusion. Here's how we decide who we can help.
How it works
We provide assistance to individuals through eligible organisations: schools, charities, community groups, and support services that act as accountable partners for the equipment we provide.
Individuals can receive support when they are referred by an eligible organisation. We don't accept direct, standalone requests from individuals. This model ensures fair distribution, appropriate oversight, and clear accountability.
Eligible organisations
Who can apply?
Organisations don't need to be ACNC-registered, but must demonstrate a legitimate, non-commercial community purpose.
Schools
Public, independent, and special education. ICSEA below 1000 typically qualifies.
Charities & NFPs
Registered charities and not-for-profits
Community organisations
Groups serving local communities
Disability services
Support and service providers
Youth programs
Services supporting young people
Settlement services
Refugee and migrant support
Council programs
Council-operated community initiatives
Social enterprises
With clear community benefit
Support workers
Acting on behalf of clients
Who must benefit
The technology must reach people experiencing disadvantage.
Organisations must support individuals or communities facing at least one of the following barriers. The requested technology must directly benefit these groups.
Purpose
What the technology can be used for
Acceptable use
Not acceptable
Light-touch verification
We check basic details: your organisation, online presence, and ABN if applicable. No heavy audits or mountains of paperwork.
Human review, always
Every request is reviewed by a real person. Approval considers eligibility, available stock, impact, fair distribution, and logistics.
Simple agreement
Approved organisations sign a short agreement covering acceptable use, custody, and no-resale. Digitally accepted and recorded.
Meeting eligibility criteria does not guarantee assistance. Techie Australia reserves the right to decline any request at its discretion.
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