Computers 4 Kids (C4Kids) Basics

Request Computers for Your School
Your district’s technology coordinator or designee must originate a C4Kids request.

Here’s the breakdown for computer distribution based on the student enrollment total for each building:

• 1 to 400 – 12 computers.
• 401 to 800 – 24 computers.
• 801+ – 36 computers.

C4Kids Request Forms — Single or Multiple Buildings

• Single Building C4K Request Form 2011-2012
• Multiple Building C4K Request Form 2011-2012

Waiting Lists

• We distribute PCs and laptops surplused by the Department of Enterprise Services (DES) as they come off lease. List of recipients.


• We also distribute computers to needy school districts once they have been refurbished at the Airway Heights Correctional Center in Spokane. List of recipients.

What Is a Standards-Based Computer?
All C4Kids computers are configured to meet state the state standard for PCs and Macs. Most machines will arrive without an operating system.

PC Specifications

• Intel based Pentium IV or AMD 3.0 GhZ or higher, or Intel Dual Core (or higher) desktop or laptop with keyboard and mouse.
• Minimum 1 GB RAM and 40 GB hard drive, CD-ROM drive, USB ports, supports Windows Vista or higher, Ethernet NIC card and sound card. 
• 15 inch or larger LCD flat panel.

Macintosh Specifications

• Intel-based Mac desktop with keyboard and mouse or iBook/MacBook.
• Minimum 1 GB RAM and 120 GB hard drive, CD-ROM drive, USB ports, supports OS X 10.3 or higher and has Ethernet capability.
• 17-inch monitor ― 1024 X 768 resolution.
• Printers ― HP Laser 4000 equivalent and above.

Macintosh Computers, Printers & Monitors

• Macintosh computers are scarce. If you specify Macs, expect a long delay. In fact, it could take years to fill your request.
• Printers are in short supply, so delivery timeframes are not predictable.
• The supply of monitors varies with refurbished systems. If we can’t match each computer with a monitor, we’ll reduce the price to $21.

Can We Find Out What We’re Buying?
We can’t guarantee brand, however we try to match brands, and other specifications if possible, on each shipment. All computer systems meet or exceed the minimum standard of 3.0 GhZ. If there are multiple brands in stock when your school name comes up on the list, you might get a choice.

C4Kids Background
Enabled with RCW 43.19.19191, the C4Kids program makes it possible to donate state-owned, surplus computers and computer-related equipment to any Public school district or educational service district in Washington state. Read the complete text of RCW 43.19.19191.

Equipment designated for C4Kids must meet the state’s minimum configuration standards. DES sells sub-standard machines through its surplus program, a portion of which helps to support the C4Kids program. Configuration standards, and program and distribution guidelines were developed by staff at OSPI, the Departments of Corrections and Enterprise Services, K-12 school districts and educational service districts.

Federal Version of C4Kids – Computers for Learning
Computers for Learning matches the computer needs of schools and educational nonprofit organization with excess equipment in federal agencies.