Breaking the Cycle: A Smarter Way to Purge Evidence Room Electronics

Evidence rooms across the country are overflowing with unclaimed electronics — and many end up as e-waste. Our latest blog explores a smarter way to break that cycle: donating those devices to the 911 Cell Phone Bank.

National Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness, share resources, and remind others they are not alone. In our newest blog post, we discuss the warning signs of suicide, ways to help, and life-saving resources like the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

UTC police department asking for electronic device donations for abuse victims

Local 3 News featured Lt. Kenneth Lloyd discussing UTC Police Department’s partnership with the 911 Cell Phone Bank.

Through this partnership, donated phones, tablets, and laptops are refurbished and given to survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and sexual assault.

Upcoming Conferences 

From Boston to Las Vegas to Temecula, our team will be attending the following conferences.

If you’re planning to attend any of these upcoming events, let’s schedule a meeting!

📅 Upcoming Conferences

• APTA TRANSform – Boston, MA | September 14–17

• IMEX America – Las Vegas, NV | October 7–9

• WWA Show – (World Waterpark Association)
  Orlando, FL | October 20–23

• Tribal Security & Surveillance – Temecula, CA | October 28–29

• IAAPA Expo – Orlando, FL | November 17–21

👉 Contact us at info@911cellphonebank.org or call 866-290-7864 to schedule a time to meet!

5 Devices That Will Be Obsolete by 2026 (And What’s Replacing Them)

Our latest guest blog from Sanitair LLC explores five devices that are on their way out, what’s replacing them, and how you can recycle responsibly with the 911 Cell Phone Bank.

Child, Inc. is saving lives in Delaware

“Many of the survivors who come into the shelter have been stripped of their connections with others. Their abusive partner may intentionally keep them from having communication with people outside of the relationship to hide the abuse. When they enter the shelter and we can provide them with a 911 Cell Phone Bank emergency phone, they experience a profound sense of appreciation and empowerment. These devices enable our clients to reconnect with the world they were once disconnected from, opening the pathway towards safety, independence, and success." - Diedra Harper, Associate Director for DV Shelter Services, Child, Inc.

The 911CPB is grateful to be part of the support network. Every device donated helps someone take their next step toward safety.

Help someone regain control of their life. Donate unused/unclaimed devices today. 👉 911cellphonebank.org

Raleigh Police Hosts Summer “Phone It Forward” Campaign to Help Save Lives

The Raleigh Police Department hosted a special Phone It Forward campaign in July and August. Community members were encouraged to donate unused personal electronic devices — smartphones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches, iPads, and more — whether working or broken.

Thanks to the generosity of the community, the campaign collected 34 phones and 7 tablets, according to Stephanie Garcia, Crisis Counselor with the Raleigh Police Department.

Visit phoneitforward.us to host a Phone It Forward campaign in your community or place of business.

What will your organization do this year to give back?

This Giving Season, we’re encouraging supporters to plan now to expand that impact by collecting unused phones from within their company, or even inviting the local community to take part.

It’s a powerful, simple way to give back—and we’re here to help make it easy.

✅ Custom poster and social media graphics with your logo and device drop-off locations
✅ Zero cost, zero e-waste

National Hotel Employee Day 

On September 1st, we celebrated #NationalHotelEmployeeDay—a time to honor the hardworking professionals who keep hospitality running smoothly. From the front desk to housekeeping, maintenance, security, and management—your dedication ensures guests feel safe, welcomed, and supported.

At 911 Cell Phone Bank, we’re proud to partner with the hotel and lodging industry to repurpose unclaimed lost & found devices into lifelines for survivors. Thank you for being champions of both care and community.

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