Inspiring Teachers

Honor a life-changing teacher by creating more of them.

One teacher can make all the difference.

Many of us were lucky to have a teacher who inspired, empowered, and believed in us—who saw our potential and helped us reach it.

Join us in thanking the teacher who inspired you. With a donation of any amount, you’ll be invited to write a short tribute to your teacher to be displayed on our website below, and ensure the next generation of students has a teacher that inspires them.

Every donation received will be matched dollar-for-dollar by our founding campaign sponsors!

HONOR A TEACHER

100% of donations provide training and resources to help teachers in under-resourced communities across California use the arts and creativity to better support and inspire their students.

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Featured Teacher

Dylan Aguilera

Sierra Prep Academy

Mr. Aguilera goes above and beyond to build rapport with all of his middle school students. He takes students who have never played an instrument before and after a few months, he has them playing in harmony. He also showcases their work by having them perform at events such as, but not limited to, high…

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Mr. Rains

Castle Heights Elementary

Denise Erickson

Cañada College

Woodside, CA

Mallory Barrett

Mrs. Madsen

An amazing elementary school teacher who helped everyone feel included.

Dylan Aguilera

Sierra Preparatory Academy

Helen Fine

James Monroe High school

North Hills, CA

Helen had an amazing and adventurous spirit. Her art projects were fun and I always looked forward to her classes. She lived the art life and inspired me to do the same!

Tahasijan Taylor

McKinley Elementary

Compton, CA

Over the years, Ms. Taylor has shared her love of dance and teaching with hundreds of McKinley students. She shines a light on their natural grace, creativity, collaborative spirit and confidence to be nurtured. Thank you, Ms. Taylor!

Takisha Spears

McKinley Elementary

Compton, CA

Ms. Spears works tirelessly on behalf of students. She is respectful and caring of every scholar in her community. She puts in countless hours to give them opportunities and experiences that they might not otherwise get. Thank you.