Update: As of January 28, 2026, no funding remains for this opportunity.
Starting November 17th, qualifying projects will receive a one-time donation of $250, while funds last.
If your project meets the criteria below, the one-time donation will appear once it is approved and live on the site.
How to qualify:
- Must teach PreK. Projects must have PreK selected in the grade level list.
- Teach in one of the following cities:
| City | State |
| Birmingham | Alabama |
| Phoenix | Arizona |
| Irvine | California |
| San Diego | California |
| San Francisco | California |
| Denver | Colorado |
| Lewes | Delaware |
| Wilmington | Delaware |
| Coral Gables | Florida |
| Fort Lauderdale | Florida |
| Miami | Florida |
| Naples | Florida |
| Orlando | Florida |
| Palm Beach Gardens | Florida |
| Pensacola | Florida |
| Sarasota | Florida |
| Atlanta | Georgia |
| Chicago | Illinois |
| Springfield | Illinois |
| Indianapolis | Indiana |
| Baltimore | Maryland |
| Boston | Massachusetts |
| Grand Rapids | Michigan |
| Kalamazoo | Michigan |
| Troy | Michigan |
| Charlotte | North Carolina |
| Raleigh | North Carolina |
| Wilmington | North Carolina |
| Winston Salem | North Carolina |
| Cincinnati | Ohio |
| Cleveland | Ohio |
| Columbus | Ohio |
| Dayton | Ohio |
| Philadelphia | Pennsylvania |
| Pittsburgh | Pennsylvania |
| Wilkes Barre | Pennsylvania |
| Austin | Texas |
| Beaumont | Texas |
| Dallas | Texas |
| El Paso | Texas |
| Fort Worth | Texas |
| Houston | Texas |
| Laredo | Texas |
| Mcallen | Texas |
| San Antonio | Texas |
| The Woodlands | Texas |
| Norfolk | Virginia |
| Milwaukee | Wisconsin |
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Create a project (Standard or Professional Development) requesting your classroom materials. Select a subject area under one of the following subject categories. Please ensure accurate representation and select the corresponding subject area only if it aligns with your project.
- Literacy & Language
- Music & The Arts
- Social Studies
- STEM
- Warmth Care & Hunger
What won’t qualify:
- Any subject areas other than those listed above are not eligible for funding.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: How can I ensure that my project is fully funded by the one-time donation?
Your project’s total goal must be lower than the $250 one-time donation amount. The total project goal is shown on your project as you’re carting materials. If your total project goal is higher than $250, your project will require additional funding from the DonorsChoose community in order to be fully funded and receive materials.
Q: How is information gathered about my school?
We receive our school data (e.g. address) from a third party vendor called MDR. You can find out your school’s designation by visiting your school page through your teacher profile page.
Check this page to learn more about school page information.
Q: How can I edit my project?
If your project has not received any donations, you can make any edits by returning your project to draft status. You can do this by heading over to the Projects section of your account and clicking on the "Return project to draft" button underneath your project title. Once your project is in draft status, you can make any edits and resubmit it. Then, it will be re-screened by our team and re-posted if eligible. Read more about editing your project.
Q: Do Essentials Lists qualify for this funding opportunity?
No. Donations placed to an Essentials list will not be matched by this funding opportunity. Essentials lists are currently not eligible to receive matching donations from any funding opportunity. You can read more about Classroom Essentials in our Help Center.