911 Cell Phone Bank

06/18/2026

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is observed on June 15th, but protecting older adults is a year-round responsibility.

Elder abuse can include physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse, as well as neglect. Our blog highlights how reliable communication can help older adults connect with advocates, law enforcement, emergency services, and trusted support systems.

911 Cell Phone Bank provides secure, free phones to victims in need while also offering a responsible donation pathway for unused and unclaimed (lost-and-found and property-and-evidence) electronics.

Read the blog: https://cme.sh/8vpGJE

Donate devices or start a device drive: 911cellphonebank.org

06/11/2026

Our June Newsletter is live. This month:

Every Donated Device Has a Story: Evelyn’s family donated her phone to carry forward her lifelong commitment to helping others

Elder Abuse Awareness Day: why safe, reliable connection matters for older adults

Plus: World Ocean Day, CAPE 2026 Training Seminar, and a quick YouTube Short with packing tips for secure shipping

Read: https://cme.sh/3Cb99A

Donate unused and unclaimed (lost-and-found) devices (phones, tablets, laptops, and more) at 911cellphonebank.org. Free prepaid shipping labels.

06/07/2026

On World Ocean Day (June 8), we are reminded that everyday choices can help protect marine life and reduce pollution.

One simple action: donate unused phones, tablets, laptops, and other electronics. 911 Cell Phone Bank securely erases data and responsibly processes devices, keeping e-waste out of landfills while supporting safe connection through our partner agencies.

Read the blog: https://cme.sh/03d7j6

Donate devices (working or broken) today. It is free and we provide prepaid shipping labels.

06/04/2026

❤️ Every device has a story.

When LeAnn's mother-in-law Evelyn passed away, her family wanted to honor her legacy of helping others. Evelyn spent years crocheting teddy bears for children and blankets for babies in need, always sharing her smile and kindness with those around her.

Rather than letting her cellphone sit in a drawer, the family chose to donate it to 911 Cell Phone Bank so it could continue helping someone else.

It's a beautiful reminder that even after we're gone, the good we do can continue.
Read this touching story about love, legacy, and how one donated phone may help create a new beginning for someone in need.

Read here: https://cme.sh/8HS1tp

05/21/2026

We are proud to recognize the Port Orange Police Department as one of 911 Cell Phone Bank’s Top Supporters for 2025.

Partnerships with agencies like Port Orange PD help advance secure and responsible electronics processing while supporting community safety and sustainability outcomes. Together, we are helping ensure unused and unclaimed (lost-and-found and property-and-evidence) devices are securely handled, data is protected, and donated electronics can support survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking through partner agencies.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support.

05/18/2026

Hello from Palm Springs. We are excited to be at the 2026 CAPE Training Seminar Conference and we are set up and ready to connect.

If your agency is looking for a simple, no-cost way to securely dispose of electronics from the property room, we would love to share how 911 Cell Phone Bank supports:

- Secure data deletion
- Environmentally responsible processing
- Survivor support through partner agencies
- Stop by our booth to grab resources and talk through your workflow.

We would be glad to discuss how this can fit into your existing property and evidence workflow. 866-290-7864 | [email protected]

05/14/2026

The 911 Cell Phone Bank May Newsletter is now available.

This month's features:
- A survivor-centered blog on starting over after domestic violence, including practical reminders and support resources
- A partnership highlight: CATS supporting Safe Alliance and 911CPB, demonstrating responsible handling of unclaimed devices
- Additional updates: Mental Health Awareness Month, PEAF Conference 2026, and program news

Read: https://cme.sh/C1CpPe

Reach out to discuss an ongoing device donation workflow for your organization: [email protected] or 866-290-7864

05/13/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. For survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, recovery often includes ongoing access to support systems such as counseling, victim advocacy, safety planning, and essential services.

Unused cell phones and other electronic devices (working or broken) can help provide safe connection to those resources. 911 Cell Phone Bank (501c3) offers a no-cost donation pathway with prepaid shipping labels, secure data erasure, and responsible reuse or recycling, supporting both community safety and sustainability goals.

Visit 911cellphonebank.org to print a free shipping label and a tax-deductible receipt.

05/11/2026

We want to recognize Rapid City City Hall for establishing a permanent device disposal donation location, making it easier for residents to securely donate used cellphones and other electronics for community benefit.

In the initial three-month drive, City Hall collected 419 phones, which helped lead to the permanent setup. Devices (working or broken) can be donated with accessories (chargers, cords), then securely wiped and responsibly refurbished or recycled before being redistributed through partner agencies supporting crime victims, including survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.

Thank you also to the Pennington County Sheriff's Office Victim Specialist Program for partnering on this effort.

Read the article: https://www.kotatv.com/2026/05/08/city-hall-serving-permanent-donation-location-911-cell-phones-items/

If your organization manages surplus or unclaimed (lost-and-found) devices, reach out to 911 Cell Phone Bank for a free shipping label. [email protected] or 866-290-7864



Rapid City Municipal Government

Rapid City City Hall is now a permanent 911 Cell Phone Bank drop-off site. Residents can donate used phones, tablets and chargers to help provide devices to crime victims.

05/07/2026

Starting over after domestic violence can be overwhelming, and progress often looks like small steps. Our latest post shares practical reminders about shelter options, rebuilding routines, safety planning, and finding support without pressure.

If you want to help, donate your unused cell phones and other devices (working or broken) to 911 Cell Phone Bank (501c3). We securely erase data, provide prepaid shipping labels, and repurpose devices through partner agencies to support victims of human trafficking and domestic violence.

Read: https://cme.sh/AOoO1N

Visit 911cellphonebank.org to print a free shipping label.