Please direct your media and public relations inquiries to: mediarelations@cdw.com 800-800-4CDW CDW-G Becomes Technology Solution Provider For the Fundingfactory Companies provide technology to schools through unique recycling program PENNINGTON, NJ and VERNON HILLS, Ill. - June 25, 2001 - CDW Government, Inc. (CDW-G), a wholly owned subsidiary of CDW Computer Centers, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDWC) and a leading supplier of technology to the government and educational marketplace, has become the exclusive technology solution provider for The FundingFactory, education's top technology-through-recycling fundraising program. The FundingFactory provides schools a way to earn technology points by recycling printer cartridges donated from businesses, families and others. Points are then redeemed for technology supplied through the CDW-G relationship. "CDW-G allows us to bring a new level of service to our school members. They have an excellent reputation as a technology solution provider and should prove a skilled partner for schools across the country," said David Steffens, general manager for The FundingFactory. "Through our recycling program, and CDW-G's expertise, schools will have access to the latest technologies designed to help the learning process." With The FundingFactory, there is no door-to-door selling in order to earn points. Also, school friends can shop online via The FundingFactory Web site and earn 100 percent of points on commissions. "A relationship with The FundingFactory allows us to provide technology solutions to schools while helping to conserve the Earth's resources. As an organization that understands technology needs, we are poised to help schools get the most out of their technology purchases," said Jim Shanks, president of CDW-G. About CDW-G A wholly owned subsidiary of CDW Computer Centers, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDWC), CDW-G addresses the unique needs of customers in the government and education markets. Building on CDW's model as the country's direct solutions provider of customized computing solutions, CDW-G combines advanced technology and personalized service to provide government and education customers with technology for their specific needs. Recognized the No. 1 Reseller of the Year in 2000 by Federal Computer Week, CDW-G offers the full range of government procurement vehicles, including GSA Schedule, open-market purchases, blanket purchase agreements and other formal bid contracts. For more information about CDW-G's product offerings, procurement options, service and solutions, call 1-800-863-4239 or visit the CDW-G Web site at www.cdwg.com. About The FundingFactory The FundingFactory, based in Pennington, N.J., is education's top technology-through-recycling fundraising program. The mission of the FundingFactory is to provide fundraising solutions that enhance educational and recreational opportunities for schools, childcare centers and nonprofit organizations, especially as they relate to increasing access to technology and playground equipment. More than 16,000 schools and organizations participate in The FundingFactory's programs, including its printer cartridge recycling program and the MaxBack online shopping program. For more information, visit www.fundingfactory.com or call toll-free 1-888-883-8237.