Welcome to Made for Teachers

Made for Teachers was founded in loving memory of Mary F. Tindal, Marion County’s first Black woman to receive the prestigious Golden Apple Award (1991). A proud graduate of Bethune-Cookman University with high honors, a devoted pastor’s wife, a Sunday school teacher, and a dedicated mother of three, Mrs. Tindal spent 34 years in the classroom and a lifetime pouring love, supplies, and wisdom into every student she served.

Her oldest granddaughter, Yolanda Thomas, started this organization to honor her legacy and continue the work she cherished most: uplifting educators and the students they serve.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple but powerful:

To support the retention of teachers through community partnerships, professional development, and essential supplies.

We raise morale among educators by making them feel seen, valued, and supported.

Join Us

We invite you to be a part of this mission!

💼 Become a board member or volunteer to help shape and grow our impact.
🎁 Donate supplies or gift cards — we deliver them directly to the teachers who requested them.
💌 Join the Made for Teachers Network to stay in the loop on events, opportunities, and updates.
📦 Think of us when you have extra supplies — we make sure they go straight to classrooms in need.

Together, we can uplift the profession that uplifts us ALL.