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Our Computers for Sale

Before you browse, make sure to see if you qualify.
Our locally rebuilt and incredibly reliable computers are available to qualified low-income, older than 65 years of age, or mentally/physically challenged people at a low-cost. All our our computers are English & Spanish Bilingual and come equipped with:
  • 17+" LCD flat-screen monitor
  • Cleaned & tested keyboard & mouse
  • Windows 10 Professional or OSX 10.12 or higher
  • Microsoft Office 2010 (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) (Only on Windows PCs.) or Open Office (on OSX Apple iMacs)
  • 12-month hardware and software warranty (except for Chromebooks- those have a 30-day warranty period)
  • 6-months free technical assistance, free antivirus programs and other helpful software.
Also available to our customers:
  • Free orientation on your new computer.
  • Low-Cost internet options at $5-$15/month through AT&T (anywhere), Comcast (Salinas/Peninsula) or Spectrum Internet Assist (South County). No contract & no equipment charge from them.
  • Free tested printers (supply limited), to clients who don't have a printer.
  • Free tech help to get you started - if you need help learning about your new computer, our volunteers are here to help.
  • Wireless Wifi adapters for desktop computers are $15 (this will let you put your desktop anywhere in the house without having to run an ethernet cable to it.)
  • After your warranty period runs out, we can fix your computer for ~$10/hour if you need repair.

Desktop Specifics

Price
$ 59.00
$ 89.00
$ 179.00
Operating System
Windows 10 Pro Bilingual
Windows 10 Pro Bilingual
​Windows 10 Pro Bilingual
Hard-Drive
160 GB
250+ GB
500+ GB
Memory
4 GB
4 GB
8 GB
Processor
Intel i3 Series
Intel i5 Series
Intel i7 Series
Monitor Size
17 inches
19 inches
22+ inches
Built-In Wifi
No
No
No
Optical Drive
DVD Reader / CD Writer
DVD Reader / CD Writer
DVD Reader / CD Writer
Uses
Need to get online for work or school? The entry level package is perfect for web browsing and word.
Looking to stream music and multi-task with ease? The mid-grade package can help you achieve that!
The most powerful computer available at LFC. Effortlessly edit photos, videos & music.

Laptop Specifics

Price
$ 119.00
$ 169.00
$ 249.00
Operating System
Windows 10 Pro Bilingual
Windows 10 Pro Bilingual
Windows 10 Pro Bilingual
Hard-Drive
128 GB SSD
250+ GB
500+ GB SSD
Memory
4 GB
4 GB
8 GB
Processor
Intel i3 Series
Intel i5 Series
Intel i7 Series
Want to see what apps come installed? Check it out in English or Spanish!
Interested in a computer? Give us a Call 831-393-9260. We may have what you are looking for in Stock.

What do these things mean?

  • Memory
  • Hard-Drive​
  • Processor
  • Monitor
  • GB
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What is memory?

Memory (or RAM) determines how well your computer can do multiple tasks at once.

What is a hard-drive?

A hard-drive is like a basket that holds all of the things in your computer. It is the amount of storage that your computer can hold.

What is a processor?

A processor is like the brain of the computer. There are different types of processors, some faster and newer than others.

What is the monitor?

The monitor is actually the screen part of your computer. The actual computer is the big box that you can insert CD's into. A monitor only really applies to those type of computers.
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What is a GB?

"GB" is an abbreviation for Gigabyte, also known as "gigs". This is one of the units of measurement that is used to describe the amount of storage or memory in a computer.

How to Qualify

1. Show proof of income by bringing in ANY ONE of the following:

  • EBT card (food stamps)
  • Section 8 housing
  • State Supplement Payment/Cash Aid (SSP)
  • Social Security Disability (SSDI)
  • Electrical Benefit Transfer (EBT)
  • Medi-Cal ID card / Healthy Families
  • WIC​
  • ​Lifeline Benefits or PG&E CARE
  • 65 years or older (license or birth certificate)
  • Mentally or Physically challenged documentation​
  • Proof of Unemployment Benefits 
  • Recent monthly bank statement 
  • Meet the 2018 income limits listed (in the applications to the right, in the middle column). 
  • If you do not have any of the proof above, though rare, that's ok, you just have to sign an agreement that you qualify when you come in. 
  • Paperwork showing you have a child attending any public school in Seaside, Salinas, North or South County.
  • Paperwork stating you have a child in free/reduced lunch program.

2. Fill out a 10 minute application at home or at the shop

You can apply at the same time you come in to purchase a computer, or you can fill one out in advance. Use the downloadable applications below.

3. Come into LFC and buy your low-cost computer

We accept cash, credit, and debit cards. Sorry, no checks.

Application

English Version
Version en Espanol
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Loaves, Fishes & Computers enables 
individuals to reach their full potential by 
providing low-cost computers and computer 
literacy classes to local low-income families, 
while providing volunteers the opportunity to learn and explore technology through their service to the community.
Location
938 S Main St.
Salinas, CA 93901


Hours of Operation
Tuesdays through Saturdays
10am - 4pm (during Pandemic)
​See our holiday hours

Tel: (831) 393-9260
Please allow up to 2 business days for us 
to return your call. Se habla Español.
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