{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Intermediate School 181 Pablo Casals","outOfStateSupporters":31.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8696456,"projectId":10078027,"letterContent":"The Warm Hands and Kind Hearts: Building Community Through Creativity project has become a meaningful part of our classroom routine. With the new materials, students engaged in a hands-on service-learning project where they designed and created handmade winter care kits for members of the local community. \r\n\r\nOne particularly powerful moment was when students sat in a circle, sharing the messages they wrote. Many chose to include words of encouragement, kindness, and hope—showing not only creativity but empathy. The project naturally blended social-emotional learning with creativity, helping students understand how small acts can make a big impact.\r\n\r\nOverall, this project has not only enhanced classroom engagement but has also strengthened our classroom community—students are more thoughtful, collaborative, and aware of their ability to make a difference.","fullyFundedDate":1771347697863,"projectUrl":"project/warm-hands-kind-hearts-building-commun/10078027/","projectTitle":"Warm Hands, Kind Hearts: Building Community Through Care and Creativity","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dante","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8696456_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1668002282712","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8696456"},{"teacherId":5515189,"projectId":9977376,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our project, \"Let's Explore Lunar New Year: Culture, Creativity, and Digital Design.\" Because of your kindness, our students now have access to tote bags, an iPad, storage bins, and other essential materials that have already made a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese resources have helped bring learning to life in exciting and creative ways. Students have been able to explore the traditions and significance of Lunar New Year while expressing their understanding through hands-on projects and digital design. The tote bags became canvases for cultural storytelling, the iPad opened doors to creativity and technology integration, and the storage bins helped us stay organized so we can focus more on learning and less on logistics.\r\n\r\nThe impact of your donation goes far beyond the materials themselves. You've helped create an engaging, inclusive environment where students can connect with global cultures, build creativity, and develop important digital skills. Most importantly, you've shown our students that their learning matters and that there are people who believe in their potential.\r\n\r\nThank you again for making this project possible and for inspiring our students every day.","fullyFundedDate":1767323452001,"projectUrl":"project/lets-explore-lunar-new-year-culture-c/9977376/","projectTitle":"Let’s Explore Lunar New Year: Culture, Creativity, and Digital Design","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Seriki","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dr-seriki"},{"teacherId":114885,"projectId":10158259,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredibly generous contribution to our classroom. Because of your support, our students now have access to hands-on station activities that make social-emotional learning truly come alive.\r\nThese stations have transformed our \"Social Skills\" block. Instead of just listening to a lesson, students are now actively collaborating—building together, solving puzzles, and practicing turn-taking in real-time. It is amazing to watch them navigate these interactive challenges while developing the empathy and communication skills they'll use for the rest of their lives.\r\nYour investment goes beyond just \"supplies\"; it provides the tools for our students to feel connected, engaged, and successful. We are so grateful for your commitment to our classroom community.","fullyFundedDate":1774075717094,"projectUrl":"project/the-fun-damentals/10158259/","projectTitle":"The Fun-damentals","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. deBruin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp114885_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y474&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768512490260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/114885"},{"teacherId":8683774,"projectId":10059557,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your incredible generosity toward our \"Kindness Counts\" project. When the materials first arrived at M.S. 181, the energy was electric. My students were thrilled to see the snack cart. Seeing their faces light up made it clear that they felt seen and valued, realizing that people from all over believe in their mission to spread positivity throughout our school and the Bronx.\r\n\r\n\r\nMoving forward, we are integrating this initiative into our broader school culture to show that the Bronx is a place where we look out for one another. The next steps for the Kindness Crew involve designing a \"community shout-out\" system where students can recognize residents or peers for acts of kindness. This project has turned our school into a living classroom for empathy and leadership, proving to my students that they have the power to influence their world for the better. Thank you for making this possible!","fullyFundedDate":1770658468382,"projectUrl":"project/kindness-counts-spreading-positivity-in/10059557/","projectTitle":"Kindness Counts: Spreading Positivity in Our School and Community","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Cirillo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8683774_orig.jpg?crop=2304,2304,x0,y576&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664637457987","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8683774"},{"teacherId":7877146,"projectId":10080385,"letterContent":"Because of your generosity, our Mother's Day Community Service Project in the Bronx was a heartfelt success, and I am so grateful to share the impact you made possible. Your support helped us create a meaningful celebration for the incredible mothers and caregivers in our community—women who give endlessly of themselves and so often go unrecognized.\r\nWith your donations, our students were able to plan and host a special event centered on appreciation, connection, and gratitude. We transformed our space into a warm and welcoming environment where mothers were greeted with a beautifully arranged coffee cart, offering fresh coffee and a selection of delicious cookies. For many of our guests, this simple gesture created a moment of peace and joy in the middle of their busy lives.\r\nWhat made this project truly special was the role our students played. They were involved in every step—from organizing supplies to setting up the event and personally serving each guest. Watching them interact with community members with kindness, respect, and pride was incredibly powerful. They weren't just completing a project; they were learning the value of giving back and honoring others.\r\nOne of the highlights of the day was our acrylic keychain station. Students guided mothers through the process of designing and creating their own personalized keychains. These small but meaningful keepsakes became symbols of appreciation—something each mother could take home and cherish. The room was filled with laughter, creativity, and genuine connection as students and mothers worked side by side.\r\nFor many of our students, this experience was eye-opening. It allowed them to see the impact of service and understand the importance of celebrating the people who support and nurture them every day. It also strengthened their sense of community and pride in making a difference right where they live.\r\nNone of this would have been possible without you. Your kindness extended far beyond materials—it created an experience that brought people together, uplifted spirits, and taught lasting lessons about empathy and gratitude.\r\nOn behalf of our students, our school, and the families we serve, thank you for believing in our vision and helping us make Mother's Day truly special in the Bronx. Your support continues to inspire us and reminds us that even small acts of generosity can have a lasting impact","fullyFundedDate":1773423916833,"projectUrl":"project/paying-it-forward-through-community-serv/10080385/","projectTitle":"Paying it Forward through Community Service","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. DePippo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7877146"},{"teacherId":224816,"projectId":10161752,"letterContent":"My students and I would like to thank you from the bottom of our heart for your very generous donation that goes directly to use our school community. This project is designed for my students and by my students for something they feel means a lot to their overall well being. They have already started working on ideas on how best to achieve their vision.\r\n\r\nMy students have shown how mature they are becoming as they express the need to stay healthy and fit not inside and out.. and I'm so proud of them for recognizing that and putting a plan together for a healthy lifestyle!\r\n\r\n\r\nWe can not thank you enough!","fullyFundedDate":1773886023973,"projectUrl":"project/help-my-students-stay-healthy-and-strong/10161752/","projectTitle":"Help My Students Stay Healthy and Strong!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lonquich","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp224816_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1667863195121","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/224816"},{"teacherId":114885,"projectId":10029830,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation of books to our special middle school education classroom. Your support provides engaging, accessible reading materials that ignite curiosity and foster independence in our students. These books directly enhance our learning environment, creating joy and new opportunities for growth. \r\n\r\nThe impact of your contribution is already being felt—the students are genuinely excited to explore these new titles! Your thoughtfulness helps us bridge gaps and ensures our students have the tailored resources they deserve. We are deeply grateful for your support in fostering a love for reading.","fullyFundedDate":1773352013967,"projectUrl":"project/the-love-of-reading/10029830/","projectTitle":"The Love of Reading!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. deBruin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp114885_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y474&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768512490260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/114885"},{"teacherId":114885,"projectId":10068313,"letterContent":"The girls in the group loved the activities. They asked questions, created and invented new ways of incorporating the activities into their school projects. It was a joy for staff and our new female scientists. At such a young age, middle school girls its so important to expose them to the sciences and math fields. It helps foster a curiosity for the sciences in our lower income communities where they don't have these opportunities of discovery. These donated projects you donated helps us with this endeavour. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1770312967984,"projectUrl":"project/female-scientists-wanted/10068313/","projectTitle":"Female Scientists Wanted!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. deBruin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp114885_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y474&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768512490260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/114885"},{"teacherId":3465224,"projectId":10088566,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our students and their vision of serving the Bronx community through this meaningful project. Because of your generosity, our 8th grade students are able to turn an idea about kindness and responsibility into real action. Your donation helps our students build a Community Service Cart filled with snacks, meals, and essential toiletries that will be distributed to members of the Bronx homeless community during our upcoming day of service.\r\n\r\nThis project was completely student driven. In order to qualify for membership in the National Honor Society, our students were challenged to design a service initiative that would directly support people in their own community. They met, brainstormed, and discussed the real needs they see around them every day. Together they decided that creating a mobile community cart filled with helpful supplies would allow them to give back in a practical and compassionate way.\r\n\r\nWith your support, students will stock the cart with important hygiene items such as Vaseline lip ointment, Jergens lotion, and Degree deodorant. These simple items can make a meaningful difference for someone who may not have regular access to daily essentials. Students will also prepare snack and meal packs including Annie's mac and cheese, ramen, Lesser Evil popcorn, Bear fruit snacks, Yoggie bites, Pure Life water, and electrolyte powder.\r\n\r\nUsing Amazon baggies and cello bags, students will assemble care packages that are easy to distribute and helpful for individuals visiting a local community center. On the day of service, students will volunteer to organize the cart, greet community members, and personally hand out supplies and snacks. They will also restock the cart throughout the event to ensure that as many people as possible receive support.\r\n\r\nExperiences like this help students understand that service is more than a requirement for an honor society. It teaches empathy, leadership, and civic responsibility. By volunteering together, students learn how small acts of generosity can strengthen an entire community. They also gain confidence knowing that their ideas and efforts can create positive change.\r\n\r\nYour support does far more than provide supplies. It shows our students that people believe in their desire to help others. Because of donors like you, our students are learning that compassion can move beyond the classroom and into the world around them. Your kindness allows them to take ownership of a project that reflects both their values and their commitment to serving the Bronx community.\r\n\r\nThank you for helping our students turn service into action and for making this community outreach possible. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and for believing in the power of students working together to support their neighbors with dignity, care, and hope. Your contribution truly makes a lasting impact on both our students and the community we proudly serve every day in the Bronx. Thank you again for standing beside our young leaders as they learn the value of generosity, service, and community connection through this important project and for helping them inspire kindness wherever they go.","fullyFundedDate":1772718925226,"projectUrl":"project/middle-schoolers-love-community-service/10088566/","projectTitle":"Middle Schoolers LOVE Community Service","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luciano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3465224_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664735915507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/luciano"},{"teacherId":114885,"projectId":10050242,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the incredibly generous donation of winter clothing and supplies for our students!\r\nWith the colder weather here, having brand-new coats, gloves, and scarves means our kids can stay warm and focused on learning rather than the temperature. The hot cocoa was the perfect finishing touch—the students were so excited to have a cozy treat after coming in from the cold.\r\nYour kindness provides more than just warmth; it shows our students that their community cares about their comfort and well-being. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1769449598315,"projectUrl":"project/brrr-its-cold-out-there-help-us-to-st/10050242/","projectTitle":"Brrr! It’s Cold Out There! Help Us To Stay Warm!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. deBruin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp114885_orig.jpg?crop=2544,2544,x0,y474&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768512490260","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/114885"},{"teacherId":3465224,"projectId":10049234,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness, our middle school students now have access to warm winter clothing including hats, gloves, sweatshirts, and sweatpants. Your contribution has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and has helped ensure they feel comfortable, confident, and cared for during the colder months.\r\n\r\nWinter in our community can be especially challenging for many families. Some students come to school without the proper clothing needed to stay warm during their commute or while participating in outdoor activities. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to provide essential winter items that help protect our students from the cold and allow them to focus on learning rather than worrying about staying warm.\r\n\r\nReceiving these items meant more than simply getting new clothing. For many students, it was a reminder that there are people who care about their well-being and want to support their success. When students put on their hats, gloves, sweatshirts, and sweatpants, they are not only staying warm—they are also experiencing a sense of comfort and dignity that every child deserves.\r\n\r\nOur middle school students were incredibly excited and grateful when the items arrived. There was a sense of joy and appreciation throughout the school as students received clothing that was both practical and comforting. Many of them immediately put on their hats and gloves, proudly showing their friends and teachers their new winter gear. Seeing their smiles was a powerful reminder of how impactful community support can be.\r\n\r\nThese winter essentials also help our students stay engaged in school activities. Whether they are walking to school, waiting for transportation, participating in outdoor physical education classes, or taking part in recess and after-school programs, they now have the clothing needed to stay warm and comfortable. This helps them remain active, present, and ready to learn each day.\r\n\r\nBeyond the physical warmth these items provide, your donation has also created a feeling of encouragement and belonging within our school community. Students understand that someone took the time to support them, and that knowledge helps build confidence and positivity in their daily lives. Acts of generosity like yours remind our students that kindness exists and that communities can come together to help one another.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of our students, families, and school community, we want to express our deepest gratitude. Your support has made a real and lasting impact, helping our students feel prepared, valued, and supported during the winter season. Donations like yours help remove barriers that can interfere with learning and allow students to focus on what matters most—growing, learning, and reaching their full potential.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our students and for helping us create a school environment where every child feels supported and cared for. Your generosity has brought warmth, comfort, and encouragement to our middle school community, and we are truly grateful for your role in making this project possible.","fullyFundedDate":1769449596704,"projectUrl":"project/toasty-fingers-make-for-better-learning/10049234/","projectTitle":"Toasty Fingers Make for Better Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Luciano","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3465224_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1664735915507","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/luciano"},{"teacherId":7866835,"projectId":9875618,"letterContent":"With your contributions, the space was stocked with heated blankets, energy gels, hot tea cups, and a variety of teas. These small yet thoughtful resources transformed Zen Den into a warm, restorative environment where students could pause between classes, wrap themselves in a blanket, sip a hot drink, and take a moment to breathe. The physical warmth and nourishment offered immediate relief from the cold weather and academic pressure many students were experiencing.\r\n\r\nJust as importantly, these items helped create a calming atmosphere that encouraged students to slow down and decompress. The heated blankets offered a sense of comfort and security, while the tea and warm cups created a quiet ritual of relaxation that many students shared with friends or enjoyed alone. Energy gels also provided a quick boost for students juggling long schooling hours. 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