25th September 2025, a blog post by SocialBoxBiz Team
A new large batch of MacBook Air laptops has arrived at Age UK centres across London, thanks to the generosity of corporate partners and the transformative work of SocialBox.biz. This delivery underscores a powerful movement: that redundant but still usable corporate tech can be reused for social good, creating a tangible difference in local communities.
The delivery and happy recipients…
This initiative is a cornerstone of SocialBox.biz’s “Call SocialBox.biz Before You Scrap It” campaign, which encourages London companies to rethink their IT disposal policies and contact SocialBox.Biz to check first what can still be re-used first as a secure, sustainable alternative.
A tech lending library for older Londoners
This latest delivery of MacBook Airs will directly benefit older adults through lending libraries at Age UK City of Westminster and Age UK City of London. For many, accessing and feeling comfortable with technology is a significant barrier to staying connected and engaged. The loaning library model provides a vital bridge, offering:
- Access to Technology: Providing high-quality devices to those who cannot afford them.
- Empowerment and Confidence: Offering a safe, guided space for older people to become comfortable with tech at their own pace.
- Social Connection: Enabling communication with family and friends, helping to combat isolation and loneliness.
Powerful stories of reconnection
Across London, repurposed tech is already transforming lives. At Age UK Islington, for example, the impact of these initiatives can be felt directly. SocialBox.biz sourced reused Google Chromebook laptops with larger screens and provided one to a gentleman in his 80s who was visually impaired, helping him reconnect with family overseas through video calls. Another client was able to resume job hunting and online learning, boosting her confidence and employability. These are not isolated incidents; they are powerful reminders that corporate social responsibility can create lasting, human-centric change. https://www.socialbox.biz/socialbox-biz-case-study-update-for-age-uks-in-london/
One of the beneficiaries commented: “Good to have the prospect of expanding business impact and social interests.”
At SocialBoxBiz warehouse and all good endeavours…
A call to action for London’s businesses
SocialBox.biz and its partners are showing that reusing tech is not only possible but also essential for a more inclusive and sustainable future. This initiative offers a triple win:
- For Companies: Provides a secure, certified IT Reuse before disposal process that boosts ESG and CSR metrics with real-world impact.
- For the Environment: Significantly reduces CO₂ emissions by avoiding the energy-intensive manufacturing process of new devices.
- For the Community: Directly empowers vulnerable individuals and strengthens local support networks.
The message is clear: London’s businesses can drive this transformation. If you have surplus IT equipment, call SocialBox.biz before you scrap it.
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