Protecting Data, Powering Hope with BCWipe Total WipeOut
Hardware for Hope is a young charity working to bridge the digital divide by refurbishing used computers and giving them new life for students, seniors and others in need.
Before any device could be reused, contributing organizations required proof of complete data erasure. Without that assurance, valuable equipment transfers were delayed or blocked.
The Challenge: Providing Certified Proof for Secure Donations
To meet these compliance requirements, Hardware for Hope needed a solution that could:
- Deliver tamper-proof Certificates of Data Destruction
- Meet the NIST 800-88 and IEEE 2883 standards
- Provide clear, consistent reports that are easy to review and audit
There are many organizations interested in donating large batches of computers, but only if we can provide the certificates of erasure,
– Joseph Slevin, Founder, Hardware for Hope
The Solution: Turning Compliance into Opportunity
Thanks to BCWipe Total WipeOut, Hardware for Hope has unlocked new donor partnerships and streamlined its device-refurbishment workflow. The organization now accepts contributions it previously had to decline, expanding both its reach and mission impact.
- Gain More Equipment Donations
With digitally signed Certificates of Destruction that meet NIST 800-88 and IEEE 2883 standards, Hardware for Hope can now provide donors with a reliable audit trail for every wiped device. This verifiable proof of compliance has encouraged more organizations to contribute large batches of computers. - Simplify Compliance & Reporting
BCWipe Total WipeOut generates clear, consistent wiping reports that are easy to review and share with donors or auditors. Each report contributes to a transparent audit trail, ensuring full accountability. View a sample report. - Ensure Secure Wiping for All Devices
Whether wiping hard disk drives or solid-state drives (SSD), Hardware for Hope relies on BCWipe Total WipeOut to securely erase all data and deliver digitally signed proof of destruction before refurbishment.

The tamper-proof certificates and easy-to-read reports from Jetico’s software make it effortless to earn the trust of our donors.
– Joseph Slevin, Founder, Hardware for Hope
To learn more about BCWipe Total WipeOut or request a free trial, contact our data protection specialist.