May 4, 2015 - Delta Gamma, local chapter of women in education honor society, will be collecting used cell phones for soldiers. The Cell Phones for Soldiers Project is a worldwide nonprofit group that distributes free telephone international calling cards to U.S. troops serving overseas. Every phone donated to this group generates about an hour of talk time for a soldier abroad. They accept all types of cell phones from any carrier. They do not collect accessories. All cell phones donated are sold either to an electronic refurbisher or a recycler. If the cell phone has a SIM card, it should be removed prior to donating. Any information remaining on the phone will be wiped off upon arrival to the company.
Cell Phones for Soldiers was founded in 2004 by by teenagers Robbie and Brittany Bergquist from Norwell, Massachusetts. The organization has raised well over two million dollars and has distributed more than 500,000 prepaid calling cards. Robbie and Brittany are adults now. They have received many awards. Their parents were both teachers. Check the website for more information- http://www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com.
Delta Gamma have drop boxes for used cell phones located in many area schools- Timpson Elementary, Joaquin Elementary, Tenaha High School, and at Planetary IT computer tech business. Thanks to everyone that can donate to this worthy cause.
