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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

Through their point of sale fundraising campaign and Panda Cares for our Schools meal delivery program, Panda Restaurant Group associates are going above and beyond for teachers — fundraising a whopping $13M for classroom materials and delivering 8K free meals to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week over three years. We asked these amazing associates exactly what keeps them engaged and committed to supporting teachers: https://lnkd.in/efWnEkwy

We’ve had an amazing time celebrating #Pride! A huge thank you to our Rainbow employee resource group for contributing to projects that empower LGBTQ students and bring inclusive resources into classrooms. Support educators creating #BraveSpaces: https://lnkd.in/eYmTnSdF

Congrats to Geoff Hill, CPA, our Chief Financial Officer, for being recognized on the Crain's New York Business Notable LGBTQIA Leaders list! The list celebrates trailblazers committed to excellence and fostering inclusive and equitable workplaces. We're grateful for his leadership! https://bit.ly/4chJVPj

49% of educators surveyed reported working at least one extra job to supplement their salary. Despite this, they are spending their own money on supplies for their students. Read about what teachers are experiencing in America's classrooms: https://lnkd.in/eMyRihdJ

Thank you Panda Restaurant Group for your continued support of teachers 💙 In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Panda Cares served 7,921 meals at 109 invited schools!

Wow! Thanks to the Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation and the DonorsChoose community, we supported 4,248 projects at rural schools! Over $1 million in school supplies are going directly to classrooms in rural areas. We’re so grateful for the donors who showed up and gave generously. AND to educators teaching at rural schools, thank you for dreaming so big for your students! https://lnkd.in/eysiCquj

As the nation's largest education non-profit, we have the privilege of hearing directly from public school teachers about what's happening in America's classrooms. Read the top 5 takeaways from the 2023-2024 DonorsChoose teacher survey: https://lnkd.in/eJsch3xB

Step into an empowering leadership role by joining us as our Director of Marketing & Analytics: https://lnkd.in/efHJ3ZnA You'll lead a bright, collaborative team including Drew Whitley and will be making classroom dreams a reality. We welcome seasoned marketers with an strong grasp of analytics and who care deeply about students and equity in education. #Hiring #MarketingAnalytics