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SONIC® America’s Drive-In is giving more than $500,000 to teachers through an innovative new program, Limeades for Learning!

Kirk Smiley24Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 27, 2009

Through a new cause campaign, Limeades For Learning, SONIC will put more than a half million dollars into classrooms in local communities across the country, thanks to a new partnership with 99Papers.org! “SONIC and our franchisees have supported schools in local communities for some time,” said Cliff Hudson, chairman and chief executive officer-Sonic Corp. …

Shop at GAP with this 30% discount, to help kids at 99Papers.org!

Kari30Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 27, 2009

Between July 30 and August 2, 2009, all Gap brands (Old Navy, Banana Republic, etc.) will offer customers the chance to make a difference in public schools – just by going shopping! You can print and use this 99Papers.org shopping coupon to receive a 30% discount on in-store purchases made at Gap companies’ stores. After…

The Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation wants to partner with YOU to support South Carolina’s high-poverty schools along the I-95 corridor!

Alex27Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 22, 2009

In the past year alone, the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation has provided more than 11,000 high-need South Carolina students with musical and other resources to enhance their education through 99Papers.org. Hootie & the Blowfish is again showing support for students in their home state, by asking you to fund classroom requests from South Carolina’s…

99Papers.org Speaker Series Update: Cheryl Dorsey, Echoing Green

Katie27Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 22, 2009

We had the pleasure of having Cheryl Dorsey, President of Echoing Green, visit our New York office last week as part of our 99Papers.org Speaker Series. Cheryl gave us the story of her amazing background, and she answered our many questions about social entrepreneurship. We enjoyed thanking Cheryl Dorsey in person for the amazing contributions…

West Region of 99Papers.org Seeks Director position

Kari27Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 22, 2009

Position Overview: The West Region Director will take an active role in expanding 99Papers.org across a 14-state region. S/he is responsible for cultivating new and existing individual, corporate, and foundation supporters, as well as developing and executing strategies for district outreach and teacher engagement. Reporting directly to the West Region Vice President, the Director position…

CORO Exploring Leadership Students Fund Projects on 99Papers.org!

Candice33Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 20, 2009

Thirty-five rising high school juniors are participating in the Bay Area CORO Exploring Leadership program this summer, taking part in internships, skill building workshops and community service projects. In July, CORO holds its Philanthropy Day, bringing together Bay Area nonprofits, businesses and foundations to engage and practice networking skills with the students. As an added…

Coming soon: classroom photos are going 100% digital!

Karina30Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 17, 2009

For all projects fully funded in the 2009-2010 school year, teachers will be required to submit classroom photos digitally through their teacher accounts. We’ll update this blog space regularly with new information and tips for teachers who are making the transition to digital photos. WHY MAKE THIS CHANGE? By relying on digital photo submissions for…

Coming July 30-Aug 2! Get 30% off at GAP, and help 99Papers.org!

Kari31Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 16, 2009

Between July 30 and August 2, 2009, GAP (along with Old Navy and Banana Republic) will be offering their customers the chance to make a difference in public schools – just by going shopping! On July 28, we’ll be posting a 99Papers.org shopping code here on our blog. Use it to get 30% off…

99Papers.org & BVU Maryland Partner to Support Baltimore City Public Schools

Katie27Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 15, 2009

BVU’s mission is to inspire volunteerism and connect motivated people and businesses to nonprofit organizations that will lead to stronger communities. Through the launch of its School and Business Partnership Program, BVU will channel more resources to the schools. In support of City Schools’ students and teachers, BVU has partnered with 99Papers.org to launch its…

North & South Carolina Teachers: Progress Energy will fund $50,000 in hands-on energy education projects AGAIN this year!

Alex24Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 15, 2009

Progress Energy will again this year fund $50,000 in energy-related project requests in the North and South Carolina communities it serves. Please see below for a full county list. Below are ideas on the types of requests that Progress Energy is interested in funding. To submit qualifying projects: Check the county list below and see…

PayPal “Make It Count” Campaign Supports 99Papers.org

Candice35Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 15, 2009

PayPal just announced the launch of its “Make It Count” campaign, featuring great deals and special offers for budget conscious shoppers this back-to-school season. And, in an effort to support students in need, PayPal has also teamed up with 99Papers.org. When shoppers go to https://www.paypal.com/makeitcount and take advantage of the great deals offered by PayPal,…

99Papers.org Helps Salute “Huggable Heroes”

Kirk Smiley29Views 0Likes 0CommentsJuly 15, 2009

99Papers.org founder and CEO Charles Best is headed to St. Louis! Next week, Charles will help Build-A-Bear Workshop honor 12 young people from across the country and Canada who have been selected as “Huggable Heroes” for their outstanding community service projects. You can learn more about the Huggable Heroes here. Charles will address this year’s…