Fwd: [IMC-Tech] Gateway Computers for Free?

[Paul Riismandel]

What do we think of this?



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>Subject: [IMC-Tech] Gateway Computers for Free?
>Date: Thu, 07 Mar 2002 23:38:03 -0600
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>Computers for free...
>just gotta be 401c3
>and get selected....
>
>thanks to workhorse on irc in #tech who posted this...
>
>http://www.gateway.com/olympics/donations.shtml
>Gateway Olympic Sponsorship PC Donation Program
>In support of our commitment to socially responsible corporate 
>citizenship, following the completion of the 2002 Olympic Winter Games in 
>Salt Lake City, Gateway will donate up to 4,500 computers.
>
>Grant consideration is limited to eligible organizations recognized by the 
>Internal Revenue Service as a nonprofit entity, with priority given to 
>schools and community centers whose programs help enhance access to 
>technology for traditionally under-served communities.
>
>These systems were supplied to the Salt Lake Organizing Committee for use 
>during 2002 Olympic Winter Games to track official event results, 
>statistics and standings for athletes, coaches, spectators, officials and 
>the media. Any organization interested in being considered must complete 
>an online application; faxed or written applications will not be accepted.
>
>The application will be posted on this web site from April 2 to July 31, 
>2002. Please return to complete and submit your application for consideration.
>
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