I’m collecting old video games consoles, controllers and games for a recreational center we want to start in Uganda. The cafe property has so much space behind it that we are planning to start a rec center for street kids and other kids in the area that have nowhere to go during the day. The idea would be that we would offer video games, pool, ping-pong, movies and various sports activities as incentive to take job training (carpentry, metalworking, farming, computer training, tailoring, etc). So for every hour of job training, we allow the kids to enjoy (say) 30 minutes of “free” time at the games/sports. The model is sorta flexible at this point, but one thing is for sure: video games will be a part of this.
So I need to build a library of games and we need to have enough consoles, controllers and accessories because we just can’t get them in Uganda. We’re looking for XBOX and PS2 stuff and anything newer. Got a Guitar Hero set, or a DDR mat? We’re REALLY interested in them too! Newer gear is welcome, but some of the newer gear may go into the cafe to draw tourist money to fund projects like the rec center and training center.
Use the (now working) “Contact Us” form at the top of the page and let me know what stuff you can send. Thanks everyone! Let’s put that old gear to good use!
Sounds like good stuff :) I have a number of PS2 games which could be added…I’ll get on the Contact-Us and will send a list :)
I have to say as both an avid gamer and the owner of a gaming blog, it’s nice to see someone doing something like this for underprivileged kids. Games provide great entertainment, but they can also have quite a lot of positive educational impacts as well. I wish you good luck in your efforts, and I hope that the center you are putting together provides a fun and educational environment for the kids.
Tom