This weekend I saw a commercial on television for Donors Choose, a charitable organization founded by a Social Studies teacher from the Bronx.   I was intrigued that he was able to put this together to help teachers and students get the supplies that they need, not only for projects, but books and learning materials. 

 I have been looking to donate to a charity that means something to me and have been inspired by Charlene Storozuk's post here, to search for one that I make a connection with.  I am most interested in donating to charities that deal with children.  I believe I have found it with Donors Choose http://www.donorschoose.org.

Teachers will post what materials they need and the amount.  I have found that many of these amounts range from $200.00 and up, with the odd $80.00 donation coming up.  Sometimes they have a picture of the kids or classroom.  You choose which project you want to donate to and in which state.  I like this because I can donate to schools close to home.  Your donation is tax deductible.

Please visit the website http://www.donorschoose.org to learn more about donating, look over the donation requests and read more about this organization. 

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