At NE Basecamp, our staff and board members remain deeply grateful for the opportunity to partner with and support educators over nearly a decade. While the focus in education is rightfully placed on students' academic, social, and emotional progress, educators continue to navigate challenges, high stress, and burnout. According to a Gallup poll, K-12 teachers report the highest burnout rate of any U.S. profession, with over 40% feeling burned out "always" or "very often" at work.

Adding to this pressure is a financial burden that often goes unnoticed: 94% of public school teachers pay for classroom supplies out of their own pockets, spending an average of $500 to $800 annually on essential learning materials, books, math manipulatives, tissues, disinfectant wipes, flexible seating, and organizational tools to keep their classrooms running smoothly- not to mention the student celebrations, incentives, bulletin boards, and classroom decor that make a classroom space feel special. Rhode Island teachers rank 6th nationally in out-of pocket spending; outspending all other states in the New England and Tri-State area! No educator should have to fund their students' learning environment out of their personal paycheck.

This Giving Tuesday, you can directly alleviate this burden through our #NEBGivesBack initiative. All donations will go directly toward purchasing outstanding items from teachers' classroom supply wish lists. By clearing these lists, we not only equip students with the tools they need to succeed, but we also send a clear message of care, appreciation, and relief to our hardworking educators.

NEB Gives Back- Clear the lists!