It's fall 2008, and I'm starting the 3rd DonorsChoose drive in this weblog's history. In 2006 $1,941.06 was given through this weblog's challenges. In 2007 $4,354.19. First, thank you to everyone who donated! Second, the priority is obviously to give money where needed, but, it would be nice to keep the trend monotonic as long as possible, if you know what I mean! There are two types of proposals in my list this year: having to do with biology, or from schools which are in disproportionate need. More updates later in the month....
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