Tag: Teacher Tips

In 1998, we had a simple and innovative idea: give classrooms a way to fundraise for the school supplies they need. From the beginning we relied on new technology to further our mission, making us one of the first crowdfunding sites ever. The upcoming 2017-2018 school year will mark 20 years of AdoptAClassroom.org. A lot […]

You didn’t become a teacher to fundraise. Then what happened when you started your first teaching job? You found that in order to have access to the tools you need, teacher fundraising is essential to the job.  The good news is that you aren’t alone. Teachers spend an average of $745 each year on their […]

We all get a lot of email. In an ever-increasingly electronic world, hand-written thank you cards, notes or photos stand out to donors. Taking a moment for your class to appreciate the generosity of others and to express that gratitude is also a great lesson for students. We’ve collected helpful tips and ideas on how to make your classroom’s […]

We are always doing what we can to improve your experience with AdoptAClassroom.org. Like most nonprofit organizations, our website is a great help and a great challenge. To improve the experience for our teacher users, we are so excited to launch our updated Teacher Dashboard! A special thank you to all the AdoptAClassroom.org teachers who […]

It can be really hard finding a cause to stand behind. As a donor, you have to make a decision about which organizations are going to use your money in a way that embraces your values. AdoptAClassroom.org is one of the best options for your donation and here are some reasons why. 1. Transparency. When […]