Operating on the principle that access to computers is essential for students, iQor Philippines, a managed services provider of customer engagement and technology-enabled business process outsourcing solutions, has donated 413 refurbished computers to the Department of Education (DepEd), benefiting 53 schools in Angeles City, Pampanga. 

The handover event, titled “Empowering Communities Through Education: iQor and RapidTech Sustainable Donation,” was held last Aug. 14.

The initiative was intended to provide students with the tools to enhance their learning experience, advance digital literacy, and prepare them for opportunities in today’s technology-driven society. The computers are allocated to elementary, junior, and senior high schools, as identified by the DepEd regional office. 

The donation aligns with iQor’s sustainability strategy, which aims to make a positive impact in the communities where it operates and on the environment. “We believe our business is only as strong as our community,” said Rod Hoddinott, iQor Philippines country lead. “This initiative is a way for us to give back to the Angeles community that has supported our growth in the city. We are grateful to be able to contribute to the development of students and, at the same time, do good for the environment by reducing our waste and carbon footprint. We will continue with our commitment to do our share in creating a sustainable future for the next generation.”

iQor’s project partner, Rapid Technologies Inc. (Rapid Tech), an expert in providing enterprise-grade Microsoft-certified refurbished IT hardware solutions, refurbished the computers to suit the beneficiaries’ learning needs, installed the necessary software, and provided the keyboard and mouse sets. 

The proponents view this collaboration as an example of how the private sector can contribute to improving educational resources in the Philippines.

The official handover of the computers was formalized through the signing of a deed of donation between iQor (represented by Hoddinott and chief people officer Fleurette Navarro) and Angeles City (represented by Vice Mayor Vicky Vega-Cabigting). The local government unit collaborated with the DepEd in distributing the computer units and peripherals.

“iQor remains committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners,” said Navarro. “By providing these computers, we aim to empower students with the essential tools they need to thrive in their educational journey. This donation is about more than just technology—it’s about unlocking opportunities and paving the way for the next generation to reach their full potential.”

The guests at the handover event included Raphaela Kercee Vendel Pineda Lazatin, officer in charge of the Angeles City Information Office; Rapid Tech executives led by general manager Kristin Santos; and DepEd officials headed by assistant division schools superintendent Enrique Angeles Jr. and senior education program specialist Alberto M. Otchengco.

iQor (iQor.com) is a global business process outsourcing organization with 40,000 employees in 10 countries all over the world. In the Philippines, it has 17 contact centers nationwide. Interested parties may visit https://apply.iqor.com.