Unleash the power of technology
Modern technology like smart devices can have a tremendous impact on the lives of people who are blind or have low vision. Accessible apps can open countless doors and can enable people who are blind, Deafblind or have low vision to live the lives they choose – with confidence, safety, and independence.
That’s where Phone It Forward comes in. By donating smartphones and tablets, your company can provide life-changing technology to people with sight loss while reducing electronic waste.
Donating Your Fleet of Corporate Devices is Simple
Step 1: Donate
Your company donates a fleet of gently used corporate devices. This simple act extends the devices' lifespan, reduces electronic waste, and makes a lasting impact.
Step 2: Enhance Accessibility
We refurbish the devices and load them with accessible apps designed to support navigation, communication, and daily living.
Step 3: Transform Lives
The refurbished devices are placed directly in the hands of Canadians with sight loss. We also provide personalized training, empowering recipients to unlock the full potential of their new technology.
It’s that easy to change lives. Ready to make a difference?
Smartphones are powerful tools in the hands of Canadians who are blind
Modern smartphones and tablets can:
- Read prescription labels, enabling users to take medication safely
- Recognize the faces of loved ones
- Access emergency assistance from sighted volunteers
- Travel safely alone using GPS and other wayfinding apps
- Provide tools to support employment goals
- Do hundreds of other day-to-day tasks most of us take for granted
Why Corporate Donations?
Corporate donations provide a larger volume of devices at once, allowing us to reduce wait times and reach more people in need. By partnering with businesses, we also create opportunities to engage companies in a meaningful, eco-friendly initiative.
Individuals Can Help Too!
While our focus is on corporate donations, there are other powerful ways you can make a difference:
Give Financially: Help fund the Phone It Forward program by making a donation at cnib.ca/donate.
Share Your Time: Volunteer with CNIB and support impactful programs. Your time and skills can empower someone with sight loss to thrive.
Are You a CNIB Participant?
If you’d like to register for Phone It Forward or explore other CNIB programs, we’re here for you.
Call us: 1-800-563-2642
When you register for Phone It Forward, one of our dedicated staff members will contact you in the weeks ahead with updates about the program and when a smartphone becomes available.
Please note: Distribution of smartphones may vary by region and is based on factors like age, education, employment status, or financial need.
Thank you to our sponsors and donors
