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In moments of uncertainty and challenge, this simple act of kindness brings comfort, dignity, and hope.\r\n\r\nThrough your generosity, we have been able to ease burdens for families, support students who may be experiencing housing instability, and extend care beyond our school walls into the broader community. The impact of your gift reaches far beyond the blanket itself—it creates connection, compassion, and a ripple effect of kindness.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping us make a meaningful difference. Your support truly embodies the spirit of this project, and we are deeply grateful for your partnership in spreading warmth and kindness.","fullyFundedDate":1770926540440,"projectUrl":"project/spreading-kindness-blankets-for-student/10055978/","projectTitle":"Spreading Kindness: Blankets for Students and Community Members in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peaks-Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9268017"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9891546,"letterContent":"With heartfelt gratitude, I want to thank you for your generous support of our Empowered Women Empower Women project.\r\n\r\nBecause of your contribution, we were able to celebrate the incredible girls who successfully completed the ROX program. This milestone represents more than program completion—it reflects growth in confidence, leadership, resilience, and self-worth. Your generosity helped us honor their hard work and remind them that their voices matter.\r\n\r\nYour support sends a powerful message to these young women: they are seen, valued, and capable of achieving great things. By investing in them, you are helping to build a future filled with strong, confident leaders who will uplift others in return.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in this mission and for empowering the next generation of women.","fullyFundedDate":1771008180916,"projectUrl":"project/empowered-women-empower-women/9891546/","projectTitle":"Empowered Women Empower Women","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9980303,"letterContent":"On behalf of everyone involved in the Children's Day project, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your generous donation.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, we are able to create a joyful, meaningful, and memorable experience for the children. Your kindness is helping us provide activities, resources, and moments that will truly make a difference in their lives.\r\n\r\nChildren's Day is more than just an event—it is a celebration of hope, potential, and the bright futures of the children we serve. Your contribution plays a vital role in making this vision possible.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity and belief in our mission. Thank you for standing with us and helping us bring smiles to so many young faces.","fullyFundedDate":1771008183818,"projectUrl":"project/childrens-day/9980303/","projectTitle":"Children’s Day","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":9268017,"projectId":10047466,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of the Tik Talk Challenge. Your contribution truly means the world to me. Because of you, this project is not just an idea — it's becoming a reality.\r\n\r\nYour generosity helps create opportunities, amplify voices, and bring this vision to life in a powerful way. I'm incredibly grateful for your belief in this mission and for being part of this journey.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your kindness and support. I'm excited to share the impact of your contribution as the Tik Talk Challenge grows!","fullyFundedDate":1770393727872,"projectUrl":"project/tik-talk-challenge/10047466/","projectTitle":"Tik Talk Challenge","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Peaks-Richardson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9268017"},{"teacherId":8897516,"projectId":9058965,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your support of my project, Learning Together Around the Table. Your generosity has already made a meaningful difference in my classroom.\r\n\r\nAlthough the table itself was out of stock, I was able to purchase chairs instead—and they have had a powerful impact on my students' learning environment. The new seating has created a more welcoming and flexible space where students feel comfortable sitting together, collaborating, and engaging in meaningful conversations. These chairs have helped transform our classroom into a place where students truly feel included and ready to learn alongside one another.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, my students are spending more time working cooperatively, sharing ideas, and building stronger relationships with their peers. The spirit of Learning Together Around the Table is very much alive, and it is because of you.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in my students and in the importance of creating spaces that encourage connection, collaboration, and learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746912650023,"projectUrl":"project/learning-together-around-the-table/9058965/","projectTitle":"Learning Together Around the Table","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Njeru","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8897516"},{"teacherId":9230147,"projectId":10012364,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your interest and support in our career exploration and career day at Eakin Elementary! I am so excited to provide our students with an incredible hands-on learning experience and can't wait to see them lined up in their career day dress up choices! This will give them a hands-on learning experience and memories about career exploration for years to come. I could not do this without the support of others who see the value in these learning opportunities and experiences for our students.","fullyFundedDate":1769949874781,"projectUrl":"project/career-day-all-the-way/10012364/","projectTitle":"Career Day All the Way!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jewell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9230147_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y430&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704903897886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-jewell"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":10070849,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to Comfort & Care for Courageous Kids from the Kindness Club. Your support is helping kindness turn into action in a truly meaningful way.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our Kindness Club members are able to put together comfort and care bags that will be donated to a local children's hospital. Each bag is thoughtfully assembled with love, encouragement, and care to help bring comfort to children during difficult and uncertain times.\r\n\r\nYour generosity not only provides much-needed items for courageous kids, but also empowers our students to learn the importance of empathy, service, and giving back. Together, we are spreading compassion—one care bag at a time.\r\n\r\nThank you for making this project possible and for helping us show these children that they are not alone. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support.","fullyFundedDate":1770306253217,"projectUrl":"project/comfort-care-for-courageous-kids-from/10070849/","projectTitle":"Comfort & Care for Courageous Kids from Kindness Club","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9980386,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of Attendance Madness: Showing Up = Winning Big! Your donation means more than we can express.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, we are able to motivate, encourage, and reward students for showing up and staying engaged. Attendance is the foundation of success, and your contribution helps turn something as simple as showing up into an exciting, positive experience that truly makes a difference.\r\n\r\nYour belief in this project helps build better habits, stronger commitment, and a culture where students feel seen, supported, and celebrated. We couldn't do this without partners like you, and we are incredibly grateful for your investment in our students' success.\r\n\r\nThank you for being part of this journey and for helping us prove that showing up really does mean winning big!","fullyFundedDate":1768517442505,"projectUrl":"project/attendance-madness-showing-up-winning/9980386/","projectTitle":"Attendance Madness: Showing Up = Winning Big!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":9230147,"projectId":10044293,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the opportunity to provide my students with a career day of their dreams! This is a huge effort that would not be possible without the generosity of others that also believe in this cause. I am so excited to give our little students hands-on experiences in a variety of career opportunities. Thank you so much for believing in not only this project, but our students. I cannot wait to see the smiles on their faces! We will use these resources to create FUN and engaging lessons!","fullyFundedDate":1769096070510,"projectUrl":"project/pre-k-and-early-elementary-career-day/10044293/","projectTitle":"Pre K and Early Elementary Career Day","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jewell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9230147_orig.jpg?crop=1242,1242,x0,y430&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704903897886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/m-jewell"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9841496,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your generous contribution to our Día del Niño (Children's Day) project. Your support plays a crucial role in helping us celebrate this beautiful Mexican tradition while also educating our students about its significance.\r\n\r\nThanks to your kindness, we will be able to create an enriching experience that not only honors our cultural heritage but also fosters learning, joy, and unity among our students. This celebration will be a memorable occasion for them, one that will inspire pride in their roots and an appreciation for the importance of family, community, and tradition.\r\n\r\nYour commitment to supporting education and cultural exchange makes a profound difference, and we are truly thankful for your belief in this initiative. Together, we are creating something special for these children that will resonate with them for years to come.\r\n\r\nOnce again, thank you for your generosity and for being a part of this important celebration.","fullyFundedDate":1763595605002,"projectUrl":"project/da-del-nio-childrens-day/9841496/","projectTitle":"Día del Niño (Children’s Day)","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9881858,"letterContent":"Thank you for being part of the STEAM-Powered Glow Party and for supporting an experience that turned learning into something truly unforgettable.\r\n\r\nBecause of your involvement, participants were able to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through hands-on, glow-in-the-dark activities that sparked curiosity, creativity, and joy. The immersive environment encouraged collaboration, critical thinking, and experimentation—helping learners feel confident engaging with STEAM concepts in a fun and welcoming way.\r\n\r\nYour support helped create more than just an event; it helped build excitement around learning, fostered a sense of community, and inspired participants to see themselves as capable innovators and problem-solvers. The impact will continue well beyond the Glow Party, as curiosity and confidence carry forward into classrooms and everyday life.\r\n\r\nThank you again for helping us light the way for creative exploration and STEAM discovery. We couldn't have done it without you.","fullyFundedDate":1768517442466,"projectUrl":"project/steam-powered-glow-party/9881858/","projectTitle":"STEAM-Powered Glow Party","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"},{"teacherId":8722033,"projectId":9850180,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of my project, Building A Home For Learning, One Shelf At A Time. Your donation has made a powerful difference in our classroom, and I am truly grateful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our classroom is becoming a more organized, welcoming, and functional space for learning. Having clearly organized shelves allows students to easily find materials, work independently, and stay focused on learning rather than searching for supplies. This structure helps reduce stress, supports routines, and creates a sense of calm and safety—something every student deserves.\r\n\r\nAn organized classroom doesn't just look nice; it directly supports student success. When students know where things belong, they feel more confident, capable, and ready to learn. Your support is helping transform our classroom into a true \"home for learning,\" where students can grow academically and emotionally.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in our students and for helping create an environment where learning can thrive—one shelf at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1768569326913,"projectUrl":"project/building-a-home-for-learning-one-shelf/9850180/","projectTitle":"Building A Home For Learning, One Shelf At A Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schlein","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8722033_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1665149599103","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/eakinpbis"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_45403","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":244,"numTeachers":17,"percentFrplEligible":90,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":55,"percentWhite":17,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":17,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"14.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":42.2,"schoolId":45403,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Eakin Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Eakin Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/ohio/columbus-city-school-district/eakin-elementary-school/45403"}