The Community Calling scheme was established in 2020 in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
A number of reports have said that some people risk being cut off from society because they lack the tools needed to get online
New research from the two firms found that 44% of people wrongly believe charities do not accept smartphones. It wants to donate 20,000 devices to people in need around the country, with free mobile data being provided by the National Databank, which was set up by Virgin Media O2 and the Good Things Foundation.
“The quick and easy act of donating a phone will help people in need to get online and access essential services, like booking a medical appointment, applying for a job or taking part in training, or keeping in touch with loved ones.”
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