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A Yahoo! search on "cell phone donation" resulted in a number of helpful online resources. The Wireless Foundation states that there are currently over 30 million unused cell phones in the United States (other organizations put that number as high as 150 million). And the site provides a mailing address for you to send your phone, battery, and charger to help fight against domestic violence. The Charitable Recycling Program also provides some jaw-dropping statistics: by the year 2005, there will be 500 million stockpiled used cell phones weighing over 250,000 tons. For
environmental reasons, you should never throw away a cell phone -- they contain a lot of toxic materials. Most recycling programs send cell phones to developing countries, but check out CollectiveGood.com for an extensive list of charities that accept cell phone donations. Just pick your worthy cause, download the appropriate form, and mail the form and your phone to the address provided. Your donation is also tax deductible, so don't forget to ask for a receipt. And collection programs make great community projects for work or school.
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