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All public schools aren't created equal. Schools that educate mostly students of color get $23 billion less funding, and as a result many students enter classrooms that don't have the books, technology, and supplies they need. Find out how you can make a difference: https://lnkd.in/eanyPyga #EquityInEducation

Proud to share our CEO, Alix Guerrier, has been named a finalist for the The Anthem Awards in the 'Education, Art & Culture' category for his incredible leadership at DonorsChoose. Under Alix's guidance, we've reached new heights, supporting more classrooms across the country. Cast your vote for Alix in the Community Voice Awards today: https://lnkd.in/gCPhwmh5 #EducationMatters #AnthemAwards

We are thrilled to share that more than 1,000 school districts are a part of our District Partnership Program! Our team launched this program 5 years ago to make it easier for districts to get resources into classrooms. Our lucky number 1,000th district is Garfield School District Re-2 in Colorado! Thank you Governor Jared Polis for helping us achieve this milestone through the recent $3.9 million in funding for Colorado projects. Check out this video to learn more about our district partnerships: https://lnkd.in/efHQTStq

Exciting news! Our CEO Alix Guerrier has been named one of Washington, DC’s 2024 Tech Titans by Washingtonian Magazine! 👏🏼 He is recognized for his leadership at DonorsChoose, which reached $1.6 billion in resources to U.S. schools this year. Check out his feature and the full list of Tech Titans here: https://lnkd.in/gQWtS4RU

At DonorsChoose, our core values inspire everything we do. 🎉 We’re excited to celebrate the employees who were nominated by their peers for best exemplifying our values. Please join us in congratulating the winners! 🏆 Learning: Joseph Evans, Strategy & Innovation Team, Tenure: 11 months 🏆 Humanity: Devyani Shenoy, Purchasing Operations Team, Tenure: 3 years 🏆 Integrity: Mohammad Radiyat, Data Science & Analytics Team, Tenure: 6 Years 🏆 Equity: Kyayla (Ky) Turman, Marketing Team, Tenure: 5 years 🏆 Ingenuity: Lisa N., Engineering Team, Tenure: 7 years 🏆 Gratitude: Vithusha Balachandran, Content & Volunteer Operations Team, Tenure: 1 year We’re so proud of the impact these team members make every day! #DonorsChoose #CoreValues #EmployeeRecognition

“People should know that at DonorsChoose, we’re not just getting resources to classrooms. We are making sure we prioritize the communities that need it most. I want the Latinx community to know that DonorsChoose takes equity very seriously.” As we wrap up #HispanicAndLatinxHertiageMonth we’re spotlighting our Vice President of Procurement, Denise Diaz MBA, CPP As a parent of three children, Denise knows firsthand the impact of a strong educational foundation. A pivotal moment occurred when she realized that her son’s learning style differed from hers, prompting her to seek out additional educational resources. She recognized that it was a privilege to be able to research additional resources, because many families do not have the same tools. This experience led her to Teach For America and ultimately to her role at DonorsChoose, where she is ensures all students have access to necessary resources, especially those in underfunded schools. For Denise, it’s very important that we provide resources that reflect the diverse identities of the students we serve. In her role , she leads efforts to include diverse suppliers and products in our procurement processes. She believes that students benefit significantly when they can see their own cultures represented in the materials they use. While Denise didn’t have Latino/a teachers growing up, she acknowledges that seeing role models from the Latino community can greatly inspire students. Her message to current educators is to continue their vital work, as their presence and encouragement make a profound difference in students’ lives. Thanks to Denise for sharing your story and for your dedication to this work!

Honored to see #DonorsChoose featured among these amazing non-profit organizations who are leading the way in pay transparency! Openness and equity in the workplace is key to building stronger, more inclusive teams.   #PayTransparency #Equity #SocialImpact

All kids can make a positive impact on their communities, and small actions can lead to big change! The Allstate Foundation is empowering students across America by funding youth-led community service projects in partnership with #TimeForKids and #DonorsChoose. Let's celebrate these young leaders as they build a brighter future! #CommunityService #YouthService

You might want to grab a tissue for this one! 🥹💙 Watch as Sheryl Lee Ralph and the team at Good Morning America surprise Ms. Iannacone with a special gift, thanks to #DonorsChoose and United Airlines: https://lnkd.in/eMHqAHfi

“When I was little, my mom would let me join her on ‘take your daughter to work day’ at her school. As a teacher, she knew how to help her kids excel and understood what resources could best support her classroom. It was interesting to see that the needs of schools and students really varied across the different places we lived.” - Julia P., Chief Operating & People Officer We’re continuing to celebrate #HispanicAndLatinxHertiage month by spotlighting Latino/a staff members. As a young Mexican American, Julia watched both her mom and grandmother win “Teacher of the Year” awards and she witnessed the impact her mom had on her students. Julia was born in California, and lived in Cambridge, Massachusetts and Gallup, New Mexico, before her family settled near the US/Mexico border in El Paso, Texas. Going to school in various places across the country, Julia observed the diversity of student backgrounds and how cultural and environmental differences meant teachers needed different tools to meet their students' unique needs. Julia began her journey at DonorsChoose leading our student thank you operations. Seeing the letters and reading the words from students felt like a full circle moment. From the beginning, Julia has loved how DonorsChoose leverages technology for positive change in education. As a parent, Julia is committed to ensuring her children have access to culturally affirming educational environments. She intentionally chose a bilingual Spanish immersion school, so that her children can experience the richness of their Hispanic heritage in a supportive community. Thanks to Julia for sharing your story and for your dedication to this work!