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See Your Donation in Action: Introducing the Erika's Lighthouse Impact Calculator - Erika's Lighthouse

Written by Brandon Combs | Nov 20, 2025 8:54:29 AM
đź’ˇKey Takeaways 

  • Instant Insight: The new Impact Calculator lets you enter a donation amount and frequency to immediately see how many students your gift will reach.
  • Quality Over Quantity: Beyond just reach, the tool calculates the number of students positively impacted based on real-time post-program survey data.
  • Total Transparency: Donors can verify results using our Global Impact and Measurable Outcomes Dashboards, ensuring every dollar is driving data-informed change.

At Erika’s Lighthouse, we believe that every student deserves good mental health. We also believe that every donor deserves to know exactly how their generosity translates into life-changing education.

We are thrilled to introduce our new Impact Calculator—a powerful, interactive tool designed to bridge the gap between your generosity and the students sitting in classrooms across the country. Whether you are considering a one-time gift or a recurring commitment, you can now visualize your impact in seconds.

How Does the Impact Calculator Work?

Transparency is at the core of our values. We wanted to create a seamless way for our supporters to understand the “ROI” of their kindness. The Impact Calculator is simple yet profound:

  1. Enter an Amount: Input the dollar figure you are considering donating.
  2. Select Your Frequency: Choose between One-Time, Weekly or Monthly giving options.
  3. See the Results: The calculator instantly displays two vital metrics:
    • Total Impact: The total number of students reached.
    • Measurable Outcomes: Calculate that impact into outcomes based on real-world pre/post surveys.

This tool takes the guesswork out of giving. It shows you that with an investment of roughly $2 per student, you are providing essential, high-quality mental health education at zero cost to schools.