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911 CELL PHONE BANK, an initiative of The Charitable Recycling Foundation

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Causes: Crime & Law, Crime Prevention, Domestic Violence, Environment, Family Violence Shelters, Homeless & Housing, Human Services, Recycling, Victims Services

Mission: To provide no-cost emergency phones to victims of abuse and human trafficking, senior citizens, and other vulnerable persons in need.

Community Stories

18 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

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Pattywheeler Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

03/03/2025

Here at Safe Passage, we assist survivors of domestic violence in gaining back control of their lives and increasing their safety. Some survivors do not have access to a phone or a phone that is not in the control of their abuser. The phones we get for the survivors help with safety and rebuilding their lives. They have direct contact with prospective landlords and employers. Most importantly they have a means to increase their safety, with a phone without harassment and treats from their abusers. Before working with 911 CELL Phone Bank, we had very little resources to provide these phones to survivors. This program has increased the safety of several survivors and may even have saved lives. Thank you, 911 Cell Phone Bank.

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Shippnout General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

01/22/2025

The 911 Cell Phone Bank works with Businesses / Organizations around the country to properly recycle electronics, clearing data completely, and then utilizing the devices in the fight against Human Trafficking and Domestic Abuse. It is a perfect act of sustainability while assisting advocacy programs and law enforcement agencies around the nation. They have helped over 250,000 victims / survivors of Human Trafficking and Domestic Abuse in over two decades of service and have done so without monetary donations! What an accomplishment.

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jlwillis Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

05/07/2024

Laura from 911 Cell Phone Bank is our assigned representative. She has been absolutely wonderful to work with. She is always friendly and helpful. If I reach out to let her know we are low or out of phones, she gets a package in the mail to us ASAP. We serve victims of crime and the phones provided by 911 Cell Phone Bank have been a crucial tool in helping victims gain stability and independence. Thank you!!

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SmartenUp Volunteer

Rating: 5

07/16/2023

Always friendly, by phone or email. They do great work!--Take old cell phones out of the waste stream and properly recycle those not still usable. Those that ARE usable, and modern enough to have a GPS locator, are distributed through local orgs (in our case Waldo County, Maine TRIAD...) to provide police and sheriffs' departments with phones that can call 911, available for those who need them, for any of a variety of situations: those who must walk alone in dark for employment, young people out after sports/extracurricular activities, elders in need of emergency connectivity, an domestic violence situations.

All round an Win-Win-Win situation! I am proud to work with 911 Cell Phone Bank.

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tgrllyct Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

07/06/2023

Oustanding what this organization does to provide a lifeline to victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. And all it takes is your donations of unused cell phones or other unclaimed electronics from lost-and-found and property-and-evidence rooms. These items are securely data erased and donated to law enforcement/victim agencies to distribute to victims to contact emergency services when the need arises.

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Vicad Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/25/2022

For over 20 years, the 911 Cell Phone bank has provided resources that serve as a lifeline for victims and vulnerable elderly adults in our community. Throughout the years, the emergency cell phones provided to our agency have saved the life of a domestic violence victim, allowed a 79-year-old woman with only a landline to leave her home know in that the cell phone was in her pocket, and provided a phone to a victim when her phone was impounded as evidence. She was able to stay in touch with her detective and access other resources when she was unable to replace her phone. The stories of the impact this non-profit makes just go one and on. The relationship with everyone at the 911 Cell Bank is what make this program even more valuable. The truly understand the needs of victims of crime and help to fill in the gaps by supporting the immediate needs of victims. Working with this organization is a true partnership that has a profound impact nationwide. It is also wonderful to know that when phones and electronics are donated, the data is completely removed, and each donated item has the potential to save a life!

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DSSV Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/24/2022

This nonprofit makes a GINORMOUS difference for our clients who are survivors of sexual violence. Our clients often experience the barrier of communication when trying to access services or get to a safe place. How are you supposed to seek support when you cannot reach those who are available to help? The phone bank has provided our clients with phones that allow them to call those they feel safest with and to seek support in times of crisis to build sustainable stability.

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haysm Client Served

Rating: 5

10/24/2022

We receive 911 phones from our friends at the 911 Cell Phone Bank. These phones are provided to victims of crime, people experiencing homelessness, the elderly, etc. We appreciate all they do!

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Tubman Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/24/2022

Tubman was the very first recipient of emergency phones from 911 Cell Phone Bank nearly 15 years ago. These 911 phones have been a lifeline for many, many victims of domestic violence we have served over the years. With the addition of an allotment of prepaid minutes, our clients have experienced an additional sense of safety and security, knowing their abuser cannot track their bids for support in leaving their abusive relationship. We are so very appreciative of the 911 Cell Phone Bank and the support they provide to our clients who are seeking safety, hope, and healing.

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ShearnFPD Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/19/2022

The 911 Cell Phone Bank has allowed the Frankfort Kentucky Police Department to provide cellular devices to victims of crime and our most vulnerable populations. Because of their wonderful service, these individuals receive a critical connection to resources and their support systems. Our community has also embraced this program by participating in phone drives in order to repurpose/recycle unused phones/electronic devices. This makes it a win-win for our community and environment. The staff at the 911 Cell Phone Bank are extremely supportive, quick to respond and are always available to assist. The 911 Cell Bank organization and their service is invaluable to our department and community. Thank you for your service to assist others!

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VRuley Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/19/2022

The 911 CELL PHONE BANK has been instrumental in providing a lifeline to the clients that we serve which are: Survivors of Domestic Violence and Crime Victims, and Crime Victimized Seniors. Our community has been able to access the use of the 911 cell phones for several years. They are there for our crime victims when they need to call for help! With the added features of the phones now, our victims can access their phones for Dr Appts, be available for schools from their children's schools and caregivers. They can be available for follow up interviews with law enforcement, councilors, and social services, and housing agencies. Our Crime Victims are safer in our community because of the 911 Cell Phones that are made available to them. 911 cell phones are quick in responding to our need of quick turn around when we have a victim in need of a phone.

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amberbrunk Client Served

Rating: 5

10/18/2022

We have been working with 911 Cell Phone Bank for several months. Without their service victims of domestic violence and sexual assault might not have a phone to call for help. The staff within this agency has been beyond spectacular to our department and meeting our needs and expectations!!! They are amazing in doing what they do for all they serve.

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dhogan Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/18/2022

911 Cell Phone Bank is one of the most valuable relationships we have with a nonprofit. Our Victims Services Unit in Colorado has had a long and valued relationship together. These phones are crucial for our ability to meet the safety needs of victims and persons experiences traumatic events. Having a prepaid cell phone helps persons meet the most basic and essential needs, and access resources. Their services is timely and the staff is reliable, friendly and helpful. I am always grateful for their partnership.

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tpank Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/18/2022

911 Cell Phone Bank has been a vital asset for linking victims of crime and marginalized groups to essential communication through access to phones. They are professional, responsive, and friendly while providing this needed services to communities.

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achapmanJPD Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/18/2022

This organization goes out of its way to help our most vulnerable in our community. They are an amazing to work with and quickly respond to our requests. Without them we could not provide the quality of care we do. Amazing to work with.

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Klloyd Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/18/2022

UTC Police Department entered a partnership with 911 Cell Phone Bank. This has provided a safe and secure way to recycle electronics like, cell phones and tablets. We have received tremendous support from 911 Cell Phone Bank with them providing free cell phones to victims of domestic violence and sexual assaults. These victims many times have no safe and secure form of communications with support groups, law enforcement and the court system. This invaluable service has been a great asset to law enforcement and the victim advocacy groups who support these crime victims. Without this partnership, many of these victims could not get the support and help they need.

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Lhorsley Advisor

Rating: 5

10/17/2022

911cellphonebank has been very helpful in the Tucson community. Providing cell phones to victims of sexual abuse, strangulation, and domestic violence helps us create a safety plan so that people feel more supported. As well as being able to follow up to coordinate medical care, Law enforcement, hosing and mental health services. Since this means of communication is so important, it has helped us to facilitate to victims the attention and services that we provide in our program.

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swashin4 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/17/2022

I have had an excellent experience with the 911 cell phone bank. They are always friendly, fast response time and delivery is always when promised.

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