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Community Projects Powered by Streamlined Hardware

When a nonprofit working to close the digital divide needed an affordable, scalable way to deliver technology to underserved households, MNJ stepped in with cost-effective sourcing, seamless logistics, and mission-driven support—empowering them to reach more families and expand digital access across the community.

Success at a Glance

Client Industry - Nonprofit Organization

Challenges
  • Limited budgets tied to grant cycles
  • Equipment sourcing challenges
  • No cost-effective storage or deployment workflow
  • Difficulty ensuring hardware standards across all devices
Solutions Provided
  • Sourcing high-quality, specification-appropriate hardware
  • Utilizing TD SYNNEX PCW to secure best pricing
  • Warehousing all hardware in MNJ facilities, eliminating storage needs
  • Shipping equipment on demand to match distribution schedule
  • Ensuring all equipment aligned with requirements
Outcomes
  • At least 20% savings on hardware purchases
  • Increased capacity for the nonprofit
  • Improved access to devices and internet
  • Streamlined procurement and logistics
Partners
  • TD SYNNEX PCW
  • HP

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About the Client

The nonprofit is a 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to make their large Midwest city a digital leader and improve quality of life for all residents in the region. Formed in response to emerging digital equity issues following designation as the nation’s first Google Fiber community in 2011, the organization has become a driving force behind technology access, digital inclusion, and innovation.

Through its programs and partnerships, the nonprofit works to:

  • Reduce socioeconomic disparities in technology access
  • Lead the creation of tech solutions for complex public challenges
  • Increase adoption and meaningful use of emerging technologies


Powered by a collaborative model that engages public, private, and nonprofit stakeholders, the organization plays a critical role in expanding internet access and digital opportunity across underserved communities.

Challenges

As a nonprofit organization funded through grants, it must make every dollar count when purchasing technology to support underserved households. Their mission requires:

  • Stretching limited budgets to purchase as much equipment as possible
  • Ensuring hardware meets performance and specification requirements
  • Reliably delivering devices and connectivity to households with limited digital access
  • They needed a technology partner who understood both the urgency and the financial constraints of digital equity work.


Pre-engagement environment included:

  • Limited budgets tied to grant cycles
  • Equipment sourcing challenges
  • No cost-effective storage or deployment workflow
  • Difficulty ensuring hardware standards across all devices

MNJ's Solutions

Through relationship-building with the district’s network administrator and a focus on service, MNJ earned the district’s trust and established a strong partnership.

MNJ delivered:

        • Lenovo hardware 
        • Software integration 
        • Keyboards and peripherals 

Implementation & Deployment

MNJ played a hands-on role in planning and execution. Our team:

  • Identified and vetted hardware options that met performance criteria
  • Leveraged partner relationships to reduce equipment costs by at least 20%
  • Managed all storage, inventory, and fulfillment
  • Prepared and shipped equipment as frequently as needed to support ongoing deployments

By taking over procurement logistics, MNJ allowed the nonprofit to focus entirely on delivering services to the community rather than managing hardware distribution.

Support & Ongoing Success

MNJ maintained consistent communication with the nonprofit and coordinated closely to align procurement with grant cycles and community distribution events.

Through this partnership, MNJ continues to support:

  • Ongoing procurement of discounted equipment
  • Warehousing and logistical management
  • Scalable distribution as more households are added to the program

The collaborative model ensures uninterrupted support for families who need access to technology.

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Results

MNJ’s support delivered meaningful and measurable community impact:

  • At least 20% savings on hardware purchases, enabling more families to be served within existing grant budgets
  • Increased capacity for the nonprofit to reach underserved and underprivileged households
  • Improved access to devices and internet, enabling 100% of recipients to newly participate in digital life—education, telehealth, employment resources, and more
  • Streamlined procurement and logistics, reducing operational burden on the organization

MNJ’s sourcing expertise directly amplified the organization’s reach and strengthened its digital equity mission.

Expanding Digital Access Through Strategic Partnership

Thanks to MNJ’s responsiveness, cost-effective sourcing, and hands-on support model, the nonprofit can provide more households with the tools they need to participate in today’s digital landscape.

The partnership has not only increased community impact, but also created a replicable model for future digital inclusion initiatives.

Future Plans 

The nonprofit and MNJ expect to continue collaborating on future grants, community technology programs, and expanded digital access initiatives. MNJ remains committed to supporting their mission with scalable, budget-conscious technology solutions.

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