OOLY Kicks Off New Year with New Philanthropic Partner, AdoptAClassroom.org
Together they will provide art teachers more access to much-needed classroom art supplies. OCEANSIDE, CA – January 1, 2017 – OOLY, formerly International Arrivals, today announced their new partnership with national non-profit AdoptAClassroom.org. The consumer products company, known for their fun and trend-forward art, crafts, and school supplies is taking a fresh approach to their […]
Give the gift that makes the difference
“I was surprised and delighted to receive the gift of a dedicated contribution to AdoptAClassroom.org. I believe in the power of education to transform our communities for the better. AdoptAClassroom.org makes it easy for our community in Prescott, AZ to support our local schools. This truly is the best gift I could receive this holiday.” […]
Join Sheryl Crow in Raising a Hand for Teachers
Dear Friend, Last year, I became the national spokesperson for AdoptAClassroom.org to help bring more attention to teachers and the important work they do. As a former teacher, I know how hard it can be to even get the classroom supplies needed to help students learn and succeed. I come from a family of school teachers, […]
A Love Letter to the Laminator: The December Teachers’ Lounge
Win $25 for your classroom with just 17 syllables Ok teachers, we know how attached you can get to your favorite school supplies. We also know that it’s (almost?) winter break, and you’re ready to unwind. According to Harvard University, expressive writing may help you relax. Here’s our holiday challenge to you: Write a Love […]
Propane Council and AdoptAClassroom.org Surprise Schools With $15,000 in Donations
In September, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) partnered with AdoptAClassroom.org to surprise adopt teachers at Lemmon Valley Elementary School in Reno, Nevada and J.B. Passmore Elementary School in San Antonio, Texas. Former teacher Jenna Bush Hager joined AdoptAClassroom.org’s Executive Director Ann Ness in presenting PERC’s $10,000 donation to J.B. Passmore Elementary School teachers. Each teacher received […]
The Teachers’ Lounge: What would your dream classroom look like?
What would your dream classroom look like? It’s the holiday season, and most people are dreaming of cookies, cozy blankets, and new toys. But for the 91% of teachers who purchase classroom supplies for students whose families can’t afford them, those dreams look a little different. Teachers are dreaming of tissues, pencils, and dry-erase markers […]
AdoptAClassroom.org Helps Prescott Teachers Provide Supplies for Their Students
Arizona teachers raise more than $400,000 using AdoptAClassroom.org $131,000 raised for teachers in the Prescott area Prescott, AZ — Nov. 30, 2016 – More than 1,000 Arizona teachers, including more than 100 in Prescott, are actively crowdfunding for classroom supplies through the nonprofit organization AdoptAClassroom.org, one of the original crowdfunding platforms for teachers. Faced with limited […]
Teachers’ Lounge: Bring extra funds into your classroom this Thanksgiving
In the November Edition of the Teachers’ Lounge, we’re focused on helping you maximize donations during Thanksgiving time. Your potential supporters having giving on the brain, with the holidays approaching and #GivingTuesday happening next week. We’re bringing you tips to make sure you don’t get forgotten in the craze. Make sure you scroll all the […]
Double your support for your favorite teacher on #GivingTuesday
Updated 11/29/2016 at 8:30 am CST: We reached 100 classroom donation matches! Amazing! We reached our 100 classroom goal in less than 9 hours, that’s 4 hours less than 2015. Thank you donors for supporting classrooms with us! Please keep it going until the end of Giving Tuesday. There are tens of thousands of teachers who need […]