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Turning recycled technology into real opportunity

At the Digital Education Foundation, we activate communities by combining access to technology with practical education. Our three flagship programs are built to engage students, empower families, and equip entire communities — while providing measurable impact for our partners.

The E-Waste Challenge

Gamified Recycling. Real Educational Impact.

A mobile-first recycling competition that transforms middle schools into e-waste action hubs. Students compete in weekly challenges, earn rewards, and learn about responsible technology use — while schools reduce waste and boost engagement.

What’s included:

✔ Interactive, gamified digital platform

✔ Ready-to-use lesson plans for teachers

✔ Live leaderboards, challenges, and prizes

Impact at every level:

🟢 Corporate ROI: Student engagement, branded campaigns, and measurable CSR/ESG data.

🏫 School Impact: Pounds recycled, lessons completed, and students empowered.

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DEF Tech Hubs

Our turnkey DEF Tech Hubs provide underserved schools and nonprofits with fully equipped digital labs — including devices, internet connectivity, and on-site setup. Each hub becomes a launchpad for digital learning, financial education, and community transformation.

What’s included:

✔ 10–20 refurbished computers per location

✔ Internet activation and digital literacy curriculum

✔ Branded visibility and employee engagement opportunities

Impact at every level:

🟢 Corporate ROI: CRA compliance, named lab sponsorships, and volunteer engagement opportunities

🌍 Community Impact: Tech access, digital skill-building, and long-term digital readiness

Sponsor a Tech Hub
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Digital Literacy & Access

Hardware alone isn’t enough. Our Literacy & Access Program equips adults with the skills, tools, and confidence to fully participate in today’s digital society. Delivered in partnership with local organizations, this program includes certified instruction, devices, bilingual support, and long-term follow-up.

What’s included:

✔ Certified facilitators and a structured curriculum

✔ Refurbished laptops and connectivity support

✔ Bilingual training and national partnerships (SPC, ConnectOn)

Impact at every level:

🟢 Corporate ROI: Direct family impact and scalable content deployment

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Learner Impact: Skilled adults, connected households, and stronger communities

Support Digital Literacy
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Partner With Purpose

Whether you’re a business, school district, foundation, or nonprofit — there’s a role for you in building digital equity. Let’s co-create opportunities that last far beyond the device.

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Let’s Work Together to Close
the Digital Divide

“Every story we tell is a chance to bring someone new into this movement.”

Dannet Leon

Marketing & Communications Manager

Storyteller. Strategist. Builder of bridges.

Dannet leads storytelling and strategic communication at DEF, where they connect mission to message across partnerships, campaigns, and digital platforms. With experience in purpose-driven marketing and social impact storytelling, they shape the narratives that help donors, sponsors, and community partners see themselves in the work of bridging the digital divide.
From crafting pitch decks and donor campaigns to amplifying student success stories, Dannet ensures the impact of DEF is seen, felt, and supported—online and off.
Tony founded the Digital Education Foundation to scale that impact, designing turnkey programs that empower students, schools, and families through refurbished technology and digital literacy. His work is driven by a core belief: technology is more than a tool—it’s a lifeline to education, employment, and equity.

Dannet Leon

Founder & CEO

Storyteller. Strategist. Builder of bridges.

Dannet leads storytelling and strategic communication at DEF, where they connect mission to message across partnerships, campaigns, and digital platforms. With experience in purpose-driven marketing and social impact storytelling, they shape the narratives that help donors, sponsors, and community partners see themselves in the work of bridging the digital divide.
From crafting pitch decks and donor campaigns to amplifying student success stories, Dannet ensures the impact of DEF is seen, felt, and supported—online and off.
Tony founded the Digital Education Foundation to scale that impact, designing turnkey programs that empower students, schools, and families through refurbished technology and digital literacy. His work is driven by a core belief: technology is more than a tool—it’s a lifeline to education, employment, and equity.

“Every story we tell is a chance to bring someone new into this movement.”

“When we connect families to technology, we connect them to possibility.”

Veatrice Farrell

Chief Community Officer

Equity strategist. Connector. Grant-getter.

Veatrice leads DEF’s community strategy, championing access to technology for historically excluded populations. In 2025, her leadership helped secure a $6.9M federal grant recommendation from the NTIA to expand digital literacy across St. Petersburg—one of only a few projects selected nationwide.
With a background in banking and over a decade of community revitalization experience as Executive Director of Deuces Live, she brings both strategic insight and grassroots credibility. Veatrice ensures every DEF program—whether a Tech Hub, device drive, or training series—is rooted in real community need. She also co-leads Hypatia Collaborative and serves on several local arts boards, furthering her commitment to equity and cultural empowerment.

Veatrice Farrell

Chief Community Officer

Equity strategist. Connector. Grant-getter.

Veatrice leads DEF’s community strategy, championing access to technology for historically excluded populations. In 2025, her leadership helped secure a $6.9M federal grant recommendation from the NTIA to expand digital literacy across St. Petersburg—one of only a few projects selected nationwide.Tony founded the Digital Education Foundation to scale that impact, designing turnkey programs that empower students, schools, and families through refurbished technology and digital literacy. His work is driven by a core belief: technology is more than a tool—it’s a lifeline to education, employment, and equity.

“When we connect families to technology, we connect them to possibility.”

“We’re not just recycling devices. We’re transforming futures.”

Tony Selvaggio

Founder & CEO

Entrepreneur. Recycler. Impact visionary.

Tony is a purpose-driven entrepreneur focused on environmental sustainability and digital inclusion. He launched eSmart Recycling in 2014 to give discarded electronics a second life—transforming them into opportunity for underserved communities. Under his leadership, the company evolved into a leading social enterprise, blending responsible e-waste recycling with device donations and education access.
Tony founded the Digital Education Foundation to scale that impact, designing turnkey programs that empower students, schools, and families through refurbished technology and digital literacy. His work is driven by a core belief: technology is more than a tool—it’s a lifeline to education, employment, and equity.

Tony Selvaggio

Founder & CEO

Entrepreneur. Recycler. Impact visionary.

Tony is a purpose-driven entrepreneur focused on environmental sustainability and digital inclusion. He launched eSmart Recycling in 2014 to give discarded electronics a second life—transforming them into opportunity for underserved communities. Under his leadership, the company evolved into a leading social enterprise, blending responsible e-waste recycling with device donations and education access.
Tony founded the Digital Education Foundation to scale that impact, designing turnkey programs that empower students, schools, and families through refurbished technology and digital literacy. His work is driven by a core belief: technology is more than a tool—it’s a lifeline to education, employment, and equity.

“We’re not just recycling devices. We’re transforming futures.”