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The "digital divide" usually implies the gap between those who do and do not have access to computers and the internet. But Matthew Badalucco recently gave up work at a hedge fund to focus on trying to close a different digital divide that involves video games.

"This generation of consoles is much more expensive than it ever has been, and it's always been expensive," says Badalucco. "When a console starts at $600, you know that only a very small fraction of the kids who want to play will get the chance."

Just a few weeks ago, Badalucco started www.PixelEquity.org, a website that helps provide video games and consoles to kids who otherwise wouldn't have access. Donors can give money, old games, or old systems, and based on how much is donated, the site awards points and medals like in a video game.

The donations are then handed over to community youth centers nationwide, like Youth Action Programs and Homes Center in Harlem.

"We use video games as a reward after the homework is done, after the team building is done, and the educational activities aspect of things," says Michael Parker of Youth Action Programs and Homes.

Some may argue that the children may need something more educational like books, but Badalucco says the program helps provide necessary fun.

"It's sort of like saying, 'Don't these kids need books more than baseball?' You're not comparing two like items," says Badalucco. "Yes, kids need education and culture but they also need entertainment and fun, and we believe gaming is a really fun and enriching activity.

"Gaming teaches you to think scientifically, because you're constantly employing the scientific method. You're gathering facts about the game, testing hypothesis, you're coming to conclusions," continues Badalucco. "Especially with the advent of the Wii, you can also spend time with your family playing games."

PixelEquity does make sure the games that get into kids hands are age-appropriate and not violent.

Other video game donation options include ChildsPlayCharity.org, Get-Well-Gamers.org which provides games for children's hospitals, and GamesForHeroes.com for helping soldiers overseas blow off some steam in their free time.