Author: Kate Maxwell

Almost half of educators say their students will not have access to classroom supplies when they go back to school in 2024.  When students do not have the resources they need to learn, teachers step in to help. And with classroom budgets frequently underfunded, teachers use personal funds to provide for their students.  Each year, […]

Employees want to work for businesses that reflect their values, including a commitment to social responsibility. One of the best ways companies can do this is by enacting employee engagement strategies that connect staff with the opportunity to donate or volunteer with nonprofit organizations that matter to them. One way is for businesses to partner […]

It’s not okay that teachers spend an average of $860 out-of-pocket to buy the materials their students need. These costs place a serious financial strain on educators. AdoptAClassroom.org provides free supplies for teachers to stock their classrooms. We reduce the pressure on teachers to use their salaries on classroom materials by providing them with flexible […]

AdoptAClassroom.org has earned the highest rating on Charity Navigator for 13 consecutive years. Charity Navigator has rated thousands of nonprofits to ensure donors can make informed decisions about where to donate. Our 4-star rating illustrates AdoptAClassroom.org’s commitment to financial transparency and doing right by the teachers we serve.  AdoptAClassroom.org is a nonprofit organization that empowers […]

One of the biggest challenges facing America’s education system is a shortage of teachers. A lack of educators increases classroom sizes, places additional stress on remaining teachers, and threatens students’ right to a high-quality education.  Annually, 8% of teachers leave the profession, but an increase in workloads and aftereffects from the COVID-19 pandemic have put […]