{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Democracy Preparatory Harlem High School","outOfStateSupporters":19.0,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9756307,"projectId":9765737,"letterContent":"As a school social worker, I have had the privilege of seeing firsthand how your generosity has supported not only my high school students, but our larger community of adult learners, who we share a building with. Your donation made essential hygiene products—such as deodorant, lip balm, and menstrual items—accessible to individuals who often juggle school alongside work, family responsibilities, and financial stress. For both teens and adults, having these basic necessities readily available has provided immediate relief and restored a sense of dignity and stability.\r\n\r\nFor the adult community, many of whom are returning to education to improve their lives and support their families, this support has been especially meaningful. My high school students gladly shared the resources with them in a way that empowered and respected all who were involved. I am attaching pictures of the stations set up in my office (with whatever remained after we distributed the kits) as a way to protect the integrity and anonymity of the individuals who received the kits. Please trust me when I say they were incredibly grateful! \r\n\r\nThank you for recognizing the whole community we serve and for investing in the well-being of human beings at every stage of life. Your compassion has strengthened our school community as a safe, inclusive space where people feel respected and supported. Because of you, both our students and adult learners are showing up with greater confidence, ready to learn and move forward—an impact that truly extends beyond the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1759520773340,"projectUrl":"project/kits-of-kindness/9765737/","projectTitle":"Kits of Kindness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9756307_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y449&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764858479634","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9756307"},{"teacherId":8647640,"projectId":9810187,"letterContent":"The students on campus had a wonderful experience spreading joy through candle-making as a means of de-stressing. The purpose of the activity was to foster kindness, connection, and joy within the school community. Through both candle-making and bracelet-making, students were able to learn how to mix scents, express creativity, and engage with one another in a setting outside the classroom—building a sense of community in a unique and meaningful way.\r\n\r\nWe extend our sincere gratitude to those who made this project possible through their generous donations on DonorsChoose. We are truly appreciative, and our students were as well. We witnessed them laughing, smiling, sharing their scents with one another, and experiencing something many of them had never done before.\r\n\r\nFrom the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this activity possible.","fullyFundedDate":1762353352408,"projectUrl":"project/giving-light-to-spread-the-joy/9810187/","projectTitle":"Giving Light to Spread the Joy","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Buck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8647640"},{"teacherId":9774586,"projectId":9671670,"letterContent":"Thank you, donors, for allowing this project to take place for a second year in a row. Last year, when our students collaborated with an elementary school to teach 5th graders about the menstrual cycle, we witnessed firsthand just how impactful and necessary feminine hygiene awareness truly is. The experience affirmed the importance of empowering young students with knowledge, confidence, and accurate information.\r\n\r\nThis year, our students are excited to expand the project by partnering with an additional elementary school—something that would not be possible without your generosity and belief in the work we do. Your support ensures that we can continue building a culture of education, dignity, and care for all students.\r\n\r\nWe know how much young people thrive when surrounded by a community of support, and your contributions reflect that community in action. We can only succeed when we move together, and this project is a beautiful example of that collective strength.\r\n\r\nOnce again, we deeply appreciate your generosity and for making it possible for this important initiative to continue.","fullyFundedDate":1761666333939,"projectUrl":"project/period-protection-we-got-you-pt-2/9671670/","projectTitle":"Period Protection - We Got You! 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We truly appreciate each and every contribution, as it reflects a shared understanding of how meaningful and necessary this work is for our young people.\r\n\r\nThank you again for believing in our students and supporting their futures.","fullyFundedDate":1758898915866,"projectUrl":"project/girls-and-finances-let-the-money-talk/9679206/","projectTitle":"Girls and Finances - Let the Money Talk!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. JOHNSON","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9774586_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x40,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1741541556368","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9774586"},{"teacherId":6417974,"projectId":9717098,"letterContent":"It has been incredibly cool to see how students have jumped into learning how to mix music, as inspired by this project. We are currently preparing for our end-of-semester dance performance, and several students who were not particularly excited about performing have taken a special interest in mixing music and learning more about digital audio workstations. This has given me many ideas about how to better incorporate other career paths into my dance curriculum that aren't just performing, but the behind-the-scenes roles as well. Thank you so much for the opportunity!","fullyFundedDate":1758898987622,"projectUrl":"project/from-stem-to-steam/9717098/","projectTitle":"From STEM to STEAM!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6417974_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743073462648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katrina-brown"},{"teacherId":6417974,"projectId":9739339,"letterContent":"We are loving the board games, snacks, and more! Our theme for our dance concert this year is \"Game On,\" and each class is representing a board game from Trouble and Sorry to Guess Who and Clue. The materials from this project have really helped turn our preparation and rehearsals into an experiential learning activity, and we are really grateful for your support.\r\n\r\nWith only ten rehearsals left until the performance, we cannot wait to dive in and really seal the deal on a spectacular performance! Thank you so much again!","fullyFundedDate":1758814172663,"projectUrl":"project/snacks-games-and-a-clean-dance-classro/9739339/","projectTitle":"Snacks, Games, and a Clean Dance Classroom!","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6417974_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743073462648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katrina-brown"},{"teacherId":6417974,"projectId":9764775,"letterContent":"The goals of the mentorship program are three-fold... 1) Build cross-grade collaboration and relationships at DPHHS, 2) Provide mentors with leadership opportunity (and resume experience for college apps), and 3) Support mentees with increasing GPA and decreasing sendouts. \r\n\r\nThanks to your support, we have a sizzling GPA competition going on, and it is going well! All of the mentors have been REALLY pushing the importance of GPA, and it is cool to see the mentees holding each other accountable AND calling each other out when the others are not meeting academic expectations (exactly what competitions should be!). We are not there YET but we are on the way. Specifically, one mentee has raised his GPA from a 0.0 to a 1.64, while his mentor maintains a 4.13 (and is actively working on raising his AP Research grade). A second mentee went from a 0.3 GPA to a 1.24, while his mentor maintains a 3.81. Finally, a third mentee raised his GPA from a 0.0 to a 0.87. His mentor has a solid 3.4 and has a goal of a 3.8 by November.\r\n\r\nWe'll be expanding soon, but the numbers are the least important part. Seeing the ripple effect of how the micro-mentorship program (soon to expand) is impacting the school community and beyond is very coo. Thank you for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1759520395986,"projectUrl":"project/mentorship-in-action-with-a-school-level/9764775/","projectTitle":"Mentorship in Action with a School-Level Impact","teacherDisplayName":"Dr. Brown","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6417974_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743073462648","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/katrina-brown"},{"teacherId":9756307,"projectId":9265309,"letterContent":"On behalf of our KHS (Korean Honor Society) I want to extend my heartfelt THANK YOU! Upon seeing the pens, dictionaries, snacks, stickers (and other materials), our students got inspired!!! They decided to form an outreach program to some of our middle schools (and other organizations in the community) where they will teach them about Korean culture, engage them in games and activities designed to spread Korean culture, and spark an interest in Korea and all its glory. \r\nThis pilot program will pave the way for our students to bridge the cultural gap and create something truly meaningful and lasting. \r\nNONE of this would have been possible without you and we all appreciate you more than words can express. \r\n\r\nTHANK YOU!! \r\nMs. P and the KHS club members","fullyFundedDate":1752375194701,"projectUrl":"project/uniting-cultures-empower-students-to-sh/9265309/","projectTitle":"Uniting Cultures: Empower Students to Share Korean Traditions","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9756307_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y449&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764858479634","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9756307"},{"teacherId":9785398,"projectId":9672993,"letterContent":"Thank you, donors, for making this project possible. Your generosity allows our students to continue creating hygiene kits for their peers and assembling hygiene bags for our surrounding community—an effort that has proven to be both meaningful and necessary. This year, with your support, our students will deepen their understanding and expand their outreach, recognizing that even the most basic needs can be a challenge for many. Through this project, they are helping increase access, dignity, and care for those who need it most.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our students can address real community needs while developing empathy, leadership, and a commitment to service. Your donations help ensure that young people have access to essential hygiene items—something that far too many families struggle to afford.\r\n\r\nWe are truly grateful for every donor who made this project possible once again. Thank you for believing in our students and supporting the dignity and well-being of our community.","fullyFundedDate":1761168372521,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-and-so-clean-start-hygiene-kits-f/9672993/","projectTitle":"Fresh and So Clean Start: Hygiene Kits for Confident Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hudson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9785398_orig.jpg?crop=571,571,x281,y290&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745499409123","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9785398"},{"teacherId":9499491,"projectId":9319933,"letterContent":"During summer school, many of our scholars were feeling anxious and discouraged. The thought of possibly being held back created stress and low motivation. To help support their emotional well-being, we used the donated materials to create Mental Health Gift Bags filled with snacks, encouraging stickers, and other positive items. Each morning, students received these small tokens of care to remind them that they are valued and capable.\r\nOur next step is to have students design their own \"Encouragement Cards\" to include in future gift bags for their peers. This activity will help them practice empathy, express gratitude, and learn that caring for others is part of building a strong, supportive community.These small but meaningful gestures have shown our students that kindness, encouragement, and connection can truly change the way they experience learning.\r\n\r\nThank you for your incredible support in helping our scholars during the summer through the Mental Health Gift Bags Project. Your generosity made a meaningful difference during a time when many of our students were feeling stressed and uncertain about their academic progress\r\n\r\nHow students reacted:\r\nTheir reactions were incredible! As soon as they saw the snacks and motivational stickers, their faces lit up. What started as a quiet, tense atmosphere quickly turned into one filled with smiles, laughter, and conversation. Students began looking forward to each morning, and it transformed the overall learning environment from a stressful experience into an uplifting one.We plan to continue using these resources to support our students' mental health throughout the school year.","fullyFundedDate":1747849111059,"projectUrl":"project/scholars-for-wellnessempowering-student/9319933/","projectTitle":"Scholars for Wellness:Empowering Students Through Mental Health Gift bags","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. G","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9499491_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x0,y504&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1747072428132","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9499491"},{"teacherId":9756307,"projectId":9178148,"letterContent":"Words cannot express how much your contribution helped me create a safe and nurturing environment for my students. The snacks, weighted stuffed animals, beads and other materials assisted me in creating a safe space that allows my kids to feel comfortable and free to be themselves. \r\n\r\nEven though these materials may seem trivial and accessible to most, some of my students lack the resources or access to them. Being able to provide them with snacks when they are hungry, or give them a space they can escape to and create some bracelets- means the world to them (and me!). \r\n\r\nThe weighted stuffed animals, in particular, have been a huge hit amongst the students. They have given them names and are often coming to the office in search of them. These stuffed animals assist with regulation and have helped students more times than I can count. The cool part? they achieve this while being fluffy and looking extra cute :). \r\n\r\nTHANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU","fullyFundedDate":1743531867984,"projectUrl":"project/roots-of-resilience-strengthening-menta/9178148/","projectTitle":"Roots of Resilience: Strengthening Mental Health in Minority Teens","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. P.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9756307_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y449&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1764858479634","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9756307"},{"teacherId":9756307,"projectId":9327868,"letterContent":"I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation! The Pipe Cleaners club, fully conceptualized and run by students has been off to a great start! Our students have used the sketch books to come up with unique and creative designs and continued on to make these designs their own creations using the donated pipe cleaners! \r\n\r\nThank you for allowing them to become leaders and artists. \r\nWith your help, they have found a way to express themselves and build a community. To some of these students, this makes ALL the difference. 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