The #1 nonprofit funding site for U.S. public school teachers. Wherever learning happens, help teachers and students with the resources they need to succeed.DonorsChoose connects teachers in high-need communities with donors who want to help.

Core values

- **Improving Teacher Retention**: Funding DonorsChoose projects makes teachers 22% more likely to stay in their current classroom, which is crucial for educational stability and quality[4].
- **Addressing Financial Burdens on Teachers**: Teachers spend significant amounts of their own money on school supplies, and DonorsChoose helps alleviate this financial burden, ensuring teachers can focus on teaching rather than funding their classrooms out of pocket[5].
- **Enhancing Classroom Environment and Teacher Autonomy**: DonorsChoose projects improve the classroom environment and allow teachers to select resources tailored to their students' needs, enhancing teaching effectiveness and teacher satisfaction[4].
- **Supporting Student Needs**: The organization provides essential resources, including personal care items, which are increasingly needed by students. There has been a 110% increase in requests for such items since the launch of the Warmth, Care & Hunger project category[5].
- **Community Engagement and Feedback**: DonorsChoose staff engage directly with teachers and students, gathering feedback to improve their services and ensure they are meeting the needs of the community they serve[2].