Our Commitment to
Local Communities
By combining professional IT expertise with a strong social purpose, PublicTec is working to ensure Bedford's charities are equipped with the digital tools and confidence they need.
What is Digital Foundations?
PublicTec Digital Foundations is our community programme dedicated to supporting Bedford-based charities and community groups with practical, trusted digital support.
Through Digital Foundations, we provide free IT advice and guidance, access to experienced IT professionals, and a clear route for organisations to apply for free IT equipment — such as laptops — where it will make a real difference.
We also offer hands-on support around digital tools and systems, helping charities work more efficiently, securely, and confidently. Our aim is simple: to strengthen local charities by giving them the digital foundations they need.
Practical Support That Makes a Difference
Free support to help local charities get the digital foundations they need.
Free IT Advice
Expert guidance and consultancy at no cost to qualifying charities and community groups.
Free IT Equipment
Access to donated laptops and devices where they will make a real difference to service delivery.
Digital Support
Hands-on support with digital tools and systems, helping you work more efficiently and securely.
Community Focus
Dedicated specifically to Bedford-based charities and community organisations serving local people.
Charities We Have Supported
Real organisations making a real difference — supported with technology that matters.
Fun 4 Young People
PublicTec provides free managed IT services to Fun 4 Young People, helping to maximise productivity and strengthen their digital capability. PublicTec has also donated a number of devices to support the children and young people the charity works with.
Thomas Taylor Foundation
PublicTec donated several devices to the Thomas Taylor Foundation, enabling children to access technology that supports homework, learning, and wider educational activities.
LOWD (Legacy of Windrush Descendants and Friends)
PublicTec donated a device to LOWD to support its digital journey, enabling the organisation to apply for grants, engage more effectively with its community, and organise events.
Beds and Cambs 4x4 Response
PublicTec provided Beds and Cambs 4x4 Response with several Microsoft tablets to be used in deployments and training to capture and manage confidential data and enhance on-the-ground comms.
Everyone's Gang
PublicTec donated laptops to help young people access education, training, and employment opportunities. The devices support young people at risk by providing access to job applications, CV writing, online learning, and employability resources.
Sporting Aid
PublicTec is proud to have donated 10 laptops to Sporting Aid, helping them support young adults with access to technology. The laptops will be used to help young people create professional CVs, develop valuable digital skills and build greater confidence when preparing for education, training and employment opportunities.
Apply for Free Technology
Is your Bedford-based charity or community group in need of digital support or equipment? Apply today and we'll get in touch to discuss how we can help.