Colorado is expecting to fund over 5,000 education projects totaling $2.7 million through its partnership with DonorsChoose, a nonprofit organization that allows people to donate directly to public school classroom projects. 

Selected teachers will receive up to $600 per classroom to help purchase essential resources for their students like school supplies, technology learning tools, and social or mental health resources. This funding expands on last year’s initiative, which helped 7,368 teachers across 1,385 schools statewide. 

“Our educators go above and beyond for Colorado students and I’m so excited we are helping ensure that teachers have the learning supplies they need in classrooms across the state,” said Gov. Jared Polis. “I’m excited about the success of this opportunity and can’t wait to see these classroom materials being used.”

As the newly appointed chair of the National Governors Association, Polis has introduced his “Let’s Get Ready: Preparing All Americans for Success” initiative, aimed at equipping students with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce.