Mac Admins Foundation Partners with Phobio for Device Recycling Program

Tom Bridge
Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:00:00 +0000
News, Press

Mac Admins can now donate their old devices to support the Foundation and save the planet at the same time

The Mac Admins Foundation, the nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and connecting the global community of Apple IT professionals, is proud to announce the launch of its new Device Recycling Program through a unique partnership with Phobio. This initiative allows members to donate their used cellphones, tablets, and laptops, turning yesterday’s tech into financial support for the Foundation’s programs — while keeping electronics out of landfills.

Through the program, donated devices will be responsibly refurbished or recycled in partnership with Phobio. The proceeds generated from the resale or recycling of these devices will go directly toward funding the Foundation’s educational resources, community events, and grants for professional development.

“We know our members care about both the community and the planet,” said Chris Dawe, Co-Chair of the Mac Admins Foundation. “This program offers a way to clear out unused devices in a way that’s environmentally responsible — and directly supports the work we do for Mac Admins everywhere.”

The Mac Admins Foundation encourages individuals, organizations, and schools to participate. Whether it’s a well-loved MacBook, an outdated iPad, or a drawer full of old iPhones, every donation makes a difference. All personal data will be securely erased before resale or recycling.

How to Donate:

Visit our recycling site to request a free shipping label for your device.

Package your devices securely and send them to Phobio, knowing they’ll either get a second life, or recycled responsibly.

Feel good knowing you’ve supported the Mac Admins community and the environment.

For more information about the Device Recycling Program or to make a donation, please visit our recycling site or contact giving@macadmins.org for more information..

About Phobio

Phobio unlocks value from used technology for businesses and consumers extending the usable life of consumer electronics. Since 2010, their simple and secure device buyback solutions have powered trade-in programs for the world's largest retailers, and consistently earned the highest customer satisfaction scores in the industry. And now Phobio for Good is empowering nonprofits to connect with a new generation of supporters through used tech donation. Learn more at phobio.com

“We’ve spent over a decade building world-class trade-in systems. Now we’re giving that technology to nonprofit organizations for free.”

Stephen Wakeling, Phobio Founder and CEO

About Mac Admins Foundation

The Mac Admins Foundation is a US-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving the global community of people who manage Apple devices at large and small scales. Originally founded to take over fiscal responsibility for the Mac Admins Slack, the Foundation now focuses on fostering community, preserving collected knowledge, and developing a skilled workforce with the ultimate goal of creating a kinder, more humane world for IT professionals. For more information, visit macadmins.org.