Across the United States, communities are feeling the impact of coronavirus — and nowhere more so than in public schools. Many cities and states have announced school closings, and more are likely to come. As with so many [Read More...]
In the Words of Librarians: How to Instill a Love of Reading
School librarians are experts in the magic of helping children fall in love with books. Each book is an opportunity to connect countless students with windows into the experiences of others, tools to be informed citizens, and the [Read More...]
10 Classics that Kids Still Love to Read
This post was published in October 2017 and was updated in February 2020. What was the first book that changed how you see the world? Of the millions of books requested by teachers on DonorsChoose over the last twenty years, [Read More...]
One Day Only: Doubled Donations for the Arts
Maybe you’re the music, theater, art, or band teacher at your school. Perhaps you’re the third-grade teacher who’s always making sure your students have crayons to express themselves; the English teacher who wants costumes for [Read More...]
A Guide to Funding Opportunities on DonorsChoose
It’s no secret that DonorsChoose puts your classroom wishlist on the radar of millions of potential donors, giving anyone the opportunity to be your classroom supporter. But did you know we also partner with corporations and [Read More...]
January 12-18: The Best Time to Create Your First DonorsChoose Project
Teachers: we know that you always aspire to offer the best experiences for your students and that sometimes the resources you need to do so go beyond your school’s budget. Whether it’s spicing up your classroom walls and [Read More...]
Hello, Packages! Here’s What DonorsChoose Projects Mean to Students
How do students react when materials from a DonorsChoose project arrive? These teachers have the scoop. Cheers, excitement, and utter surprise are just a few of the ways students express their gratitude when they learn [Read More...]