Supporting Classrooms

Supporting Classrooms

Every Purchase Has Purpose: How TANDM Supports Classrooms in Need

At TANDM, we’re more than a company.  We’re a community of people who believe in the power of education to change lives. Our mission is simple: to support teachers by equipping classrooms with the tools they need to thrive, and to do it hand-in-hand—in tandem—with the educators who inspire us.

We exist because we believe no teacher should have to carry the weight of the classroom alone. Every pencil, every headset, every carefully curated learning tool should be there because our educators deserve to focus on what they do best: teaching, mentoring, and shaping the next generation.

That’s why a portion of every purchase goes directly toward helping classrooms across the country.

The Reality Teachers Face Every Day

Educators are going above and beyond—often without the resources they need:

  • 94% of U.S. public school teachers buy supplies out of pocket, spending an average of $500 to $750 per year.

  • Nearly 1 in 3 teachers spends over $1,000 annually just to keep their classroom running.

  • 92% of educators report that their students’ families can’t afford to contribute to basic supply needs.

  • More than half of public school districts face issues with outdated heating, cooling, and plumbing systems that impact student health and learning.

  • America’s schools are currently underfunded by $38 billion each year, leaving 60% of school buildings in need of significant repairs.

  • 85% of teachers say inflation has made it harder than ever to afford essential classroom materials.

These numbers aren’t just statistics—they're the daily reality for teachers who give everything to their students.

A Mission Built on Partnership

At TANDM, we don’t believe in transactional business. We believe in transformational partnership—working in tandem with teachers, schools, and communities to bring lasting impact.

“TANDM” isn’t just a name—it’s a philosophy. Everything we do is rooted in the belief that we are stronger together. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or a supporter of public education, your purchase with us joins a movement to uplift teachers and invest in students.

Real Impact, Right Where It’s Needed

Your support makes an immediate difference. Whether it’s:

  • A classroom set of headphones for focused learning

  • Math manipulatives for students who need hands-on tools

  • An adaptive mouse for a child with motor challenges

  • Or even just enough markers to finish out the school year—

Your purchase goes beyond the product. It brings relief. It brings dignity. It brings hope.

Standing With Educators, Shaping Futures

We know teachers are some of the hardest-working, most selfless people in our communities. We also know they shouldn’t have to do it alone.

When you shop with TANDM, you’re not just getting high-quality shirts for teachers—you’re making a meaningful, lasting impact in a real classroom. You’re helping a teacher breathe a little easier. And you’re showing students that someone out there believes in them.

Together, we’re not just supporting classrooms—we’re shaping futures. One purchase, one teacher, one student at a time. In TANDM with you.

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