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The optional 15% donation is not really optional. All the projects I have donated to, have chosen not to give the extra 15% because DC already takes a "Fulfillment Labor & Materials" fee for each pro... more
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2012
the teachers reports
if someone chooses not to give the 15% extra, respect that and record it transparently in the project totals and reduce the final line accordingly.
Stay away. The admin is misleading, even though the teachers and projects are usually wonderful.
2011
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2012
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2012
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2012
the multiple projects I've funded
let the teachers choose where to buy their materials. Deal with with the criticism mentioned below.
the teacher notes, photos and student "thank-you" notes sent by classrooms benefited by projects to which I have donated
- have them expand their supplier base - have them negotiate discounts with their current suppliers (and plow back the money into projects, in some fully disclosed manner) - have their staff who check prices and availability of requested items, also work with the teachers to ensure that appropriate equipment is specified and appropriate suppliers chosen to provide it
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Availability of projects at schools I personally know to be underserved
To support improved education for low income children in public schooling
That it does good work and that its increased size and impact have made it more efficient - but that it has unexploited opportunities to use its size, reputation, and purchasing power to become even more effective.
2011
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None!
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Investing in a child's future and recognizing a teacher's passion
See answer above!
Run, don't walk, to Donors Choose.org ... whether you donate a little or a lot, you can see the results.
2011
my classroom. I am able to bring my teaching dreams to life without worrying about how to get the resources we need.
make sure every new teacher is aware of DonorsChoose.org by providing a DonorsChoose gift card and a phone call to every newly certified graduate.
seeing the positive impact of the classroom projects via teacher thank you emails I receive, thank you packets received in the mail, and seeing the smiles on students' faces who are using the materials donated to their classrooms via the photos posted on the site.
make it better known and give it more publicity; it is such a worth-while charity, and ii is a great resource for personal and meaningful giving for oneself or in honor of someone.
Maine, Connecticut and New York
not change a thing!
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