How to Purchase

     Our technology is available to to all schools, not for profit organizations and thier employees.  We have examples of our most popular equipment and many one of a kind items in our public store.*  Due to limited space, it is difficult to provide display for all equipment that is for sale.   If you wish to see  a full display of what we currently have available, please email us at technology@ruths.org. Our Computer Re-Life staff will provide an opportunity to see additional items that are available and to answer questions. (please note that Computer Re-Life staff is  available Tuesday-Thursday during public store hours*)

     Many single items such as laptops, monitors and peripherals may be picked up through our public store without "preordering".  However,  items to be purchased in quantity must be ordered prior to pickup. To place an order or for any questions regarding available technology,  please contact our Computer Re-Life Program at: technology@ruths.org.

*For up to date hours please visit our home page at: www.ruths.org 

Additional information:

• Equipment is on a first to order first to get basis. 3R's will hold an order for up to 1 week.  If more time is needed for pickup, please let us know.  Provided we have available space and the request for late pick up is made ahead of time, we will do everything we can to accommodate your pickup schedule.

• Payment of all equipment must be made at, or prior to, pickup.  3Rs accepts organization checks, purchase orders, credit cards and cash. NO PERSONAL CHECKS. 

• All sales though our 4-Public Store will have a 5.5% tax added to the purchase price.  If you are a non-profit wishing not to pay sales tax,  please provide us with a copy of your State of Maine non-profit certificate.

•  A bill of sale will be provided at time of pickup.  For equipment that is preordered,  arrangements can be made for an itemized bill of sale to be emailed to you ahead of pickup.

• Organizations purchasing equipment for student or client use will be responsible for the proper use and disposal of alll equipment purchased through Ruth's Reusable Resources

• All individuals and organizations receiving electronic related equipment  will be required to sign a promissory note stating that:

  • • The equipment is purchased through your organization.

    • The equipment will not be resold

    • The equipment will be recycled at the end of the equipment’s useful life in accordance with Maine laws and regulations.