Overview

The Computer Refurbishing and Technical Assistance (CR-TA) Center, a Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher, recycles computers donated by the community for distribution to low-income individuals and human service agencies in the Tallahassee/Leon County and surrounding communities. The CR-TA program is a partnership between Lutheran Social Services of North Florida and the students of The Florida State University College of Communication and Information (CCI). The CR-TA has recycled over 600 computers since 2007 – reducing the amount of electronic trash sent to the landfill while providing a high-value educational experience for students participating in Project SPARTA as part of their coursework in the Information Technology program at CCI.