Computers 4 Kids

Computers 4 Kids is an IT support provider in West Sacramento, CA, that concentrates on connecting youth and adults in the greater Sacramento region with computers, internet access, and digital literacy training. The organization accepts computer and e-waste donations, refurbishes equipment, and distributes free and low-cost machines to eligible students through a program aimed at improving educational outcomes for low-income families. Its walk-in repair desk handles hardware and software work including operating system installs and upgrades, hardware repairs, data recovery and backups, laptop keyboard and battery replacements, software installation, virus and malware removal, hard drive and memory upgrades, and LCD replacements, along with cell phone and tablet services such as screen replacement, camera repair, LCD and digitizer replacement, and battery replacement. The shop also sells available hardware including LCD monitors, keyboards, mice, cables, power supply units, laptop chargers, graphic cards, wireless network adapters, laptop batteries, optical drives, DDR3 RAM, and speaker sets. Customer feedback reflects a 4.90 rating, with reviewers describing the team as professional, friendly, and economical in handling laptop screen replacements and virus removal.

The organization describes itself as a partnership bringing commerce, community, education, and technology together to serve disenfranchised individuals, and it offers volunteer, internship, and work study opportunities for students and adults. Beyond direct repairs, Computers 4 Kids runs an Empower Hour digital literacy program and helps students get online, with classes drawing on resources from other organizations. Monetary donations, computer donations, and volunteer time all keep the operation running, and the group accepts refurbishable electronics for recycling. Hours run Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm at the office, reached at 1-916-572-1152.

The office sits on West Capitol Avenue, about a quarter mile from the Department of Motor Vehicles West Sacramento branch, roughly a third of a mile from the Capital City Freeway, and within walking distance of The UPS Store and Joey Lopes Park.