{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"PS 86 Irvington","outOfStateSupporters":31.6,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":6699111,"projectId":9320915,"letterContent":"The materials we received from Donors Choose had a tremendous impact on our butterfly project and on our students' learning experience. With the new supplies, our classroom was transformed into a hands-on science lab where students could observe the complete life cycle of butterflies up close. We were able to purchase caterpillar kits, magnifying lenses, observation journals that helped bring abstract concepts to life in a tangible and exciting way.\r\n\r\nStudents who had only read about metamorphosis in textbooks were now able to witness it firsthand. They carefully recorded daily observations, asked thoughtful questions, and developed a deeper understanding of life cycles, habitats, and the importance of caring for living things. The project also sparked curiosity and excitement about science — even among students who had previously been hesitant to participate.\r\n\r\nBeyond the science content, the experience nurtured empathy, responsibility, and teamwork as students worked together to care for the caterpillars and celebrate the release of the butterflies. The materials made this learning journey possible and turned an ordinary science unit into an unforgettable, real-world experience.\r\n\r\nThanks to the generosity of Donors Choose supporters, our students gained not only knowledge but also a sense of wonder and connection to the natural world.","fullyFundedDate":1747827105493,"projectUrl":"project/butterfly-research/9320915/","projectTitle":"Butterfly Research","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pangbourne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6699111_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x380,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572397038806","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6699111"},{"teacherId":18848,"projectId":8980276,"letterContent":"I cannot thank you enough for your generous donation of graphic novels to our classroom! The moment our students saw the books, their faces lit up with excitement. They eagerly flipped through the pages, unable to put them down, even when it wasn't reading time! Your kindness has created a reading buzz in our classroom, sparking enthusiasm and motivation like never before.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generosity, our students are more engaged in reading. These graphic novels provide not only entertainment but also an accessible and enjoyable way to develop literacy skills. Seeing students so immersed in bookshas been truly inspiring. Your support has made a lasting impact, and I am so grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1740752532772,"projectUrl":"project/graphic-novels-great-minds-inspiring-y/8980276/","projectTitle":"Graphic Novels, Great Minds: Inspiring Young Readers Through Visual Storytelling","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Schneider","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mslidia"},{"teacherId":9460557,"projectId":8460447,"letterContent":"Once again I would like to thank you on behalf of my team and my students for your generous support. The resources we were able to purchase have been very beneficial in our classroom. The students were so excited to record podcasts and were very happy they had the materials to do so. The iPad stands were perfect to help them record the podcast. Allowing students to be in charge of those materials really gave them an important sense of ownership.\r\n\r\nThe students were also very happy and excited to learn about money and use the cash boxes. They took that job very seriously and I know having the cash boxes made it feel very real to them (even when using fake money).\r\n\r\nLastly, the students used the trays and construction paper to create clay models of different landforms during their science class. It was a wonderful opportunity for them to create something hands on. Thank you again for everything!","fullyFundedDate":1719420874321,"projectUrl":"project/stile-30-conserving-green-spaces-part-2/8460447/","projectTitle":"Stile 3.0 Conserving Green Spaces Part 2","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Torchia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-9_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9460557"},{"teacherId":6699111,"projectId":8463981,"letterContent":"The first grade students at the Bushwick Magnet Multimedia & Arts Academy would like to say thank you for your generosity. All of the technology that was donated has enhanced our PBL unit In Endangered Animals. It has allowed our students opportunities to work as producers, directors, camera operators, researches, reports and audio technicians. \r\nHaving these tools has motivated our many English language learners and students with disabilities to participate in roles that they otherwise would not have felt confident in. This has translated into improving their writing, reading and discussion skills in class. \r\nWe are excited to see their growth and we look forward to using these tools and materials throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1719927487058,"projectUrl":"project/endangered-animals-around-the-world/8463981/","projectTitle":"Endangered Animals Around the World","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Pangbourne","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6699111_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x380,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1572397038806","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6699111"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_785","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":349,"numTeachers":32,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":0,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":95,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"10.9:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":68.4,"schoolId":785,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about PS 86 Irvington on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"PS 86 Irvington","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/new-york/new-york-city-dept-of-ed/ps-86-irvington/785"}

PS 86 Irvington

Join the 228 supporters who believe in this school.

About this school

PS 86 Irvington is an urban public school in Brooklyn, New York that is part of New York City Dept Of Ed. It serves 349 students in grades K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 10.9:1. Its teachers have had 83 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Equity Focus School

Support towards this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Public School

Title 1

Grades K - 5

349 Students

32 Teachers

220 Irving Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11237 View local requests

Evidence-based impact

Inspire teachers to stay in the classroom and boost student achievement.¹

Give to this school

Ms. Vero, a DonorsChoose teacher for 9 years.

Kindergarten teacher at PS81 - Robert J. Christen School in Bronx, NY

PS 86 Irvington Teachers on DonorsChoose

Ms. Sarah (Occupational Therapy)

Mrs. Schneider

Ms. Torchia

Ms. triolo

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. Each classroom request for funding was created by a classroom teacher and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works

PS 86 Irvington Demographics

95%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

95%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

PS 86 Irvington Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 4, 2025

DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.

PS 86 Irvington

$46,845

raised using DonorsChoose

projects funded

teachers funded

228

donors

projects for basic supplies

projects for technology

projects for books

projects for art supplies

PS 86 Irvington has received support from 156 individuals from New York and 72 individuals out-of-state.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season! Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

PS 86 Irvington

About this school

Equity Focus School

PS 86 Irvington Teachers on DonorsChoose

Share & help us grow support

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

PS 86 Irvington Demographics

PS 86 Irvington Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Dec 4, 2025

PS 86 Irvington

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.