January Teacher’s Lounge: Dream BIG with Farmers Insurance
Grant Opportunities from Farmers Insurance We’re excited to again be partnering with the Farmers’ Insurance “Thank America’s Teachers” program this year! Don’t miss these two great opportunities to secure funding for your classroom: Win $2500 for your Classroom! Submit your application by February 27 for a chance to win $2500 for your classroom. Learn More […]
$30 Million Raised for Classrooms: The 2016 Annual Report
We have had a landmark year at AdoptAClassroom.org! In fiscal 2016, we passed the $30,000,000 mark for funds raised for classrooms since we started in 1998. Now that the new year has begun, we are reflecting on everything our organization has accomplished in 2016 so we can set even bigger goals for 2017! Thanks to our individual, […]
PCMG is raising a hand for Star Teachers who need technology. You can help!
This January, PCMG is kicking off their Star Teacher Awards. PCMG will feature on their website 12 teacher finalists who will have the opportunity to win $2,000 for their classroom and more. Each quarter PCMG invites their customers and employees to vote for one of three teachers. The teacher with the most votes at the […]
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 […]