You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts
Donate
To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Menu
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Your school email address was successfully verified.

Return to Project Directory Page

1,793 projects

Illinois
Classroom Projects

Project list

Flexible Seating

Help me give my students more flexible seating options in the classroom to promote learning.
Mrs. Jones
Benton Grade School K-4•
Benton, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $267 still needed

BTSS=Back to School Supplies

Help me give my students Back to School Supplies for the year 2024-2025.
Ms. S. Rubio
Glen Flora Elementary School•
Waukegan, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $329 still needed

Illumination Unleashed: Sparking Creativity in Student Stop-Motion and Green-Screen Projects

Help me give my students the tools they need to bring their stop-motion projects to life with vibrant illumination!
Mr. O.
Monarcas Academy•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $726 still needed

Classroom Headphones!

Help me give my students some classroom headphones! During our science lessons, we tend to use videos as demonstrations as well as watch some Bill Nye videos! Students love those!
Mr. Salgado
Zapata Academy•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $312 still needed

Flexible Seating Stations!

Help me give my students the flexible seating, shelves, and whiteboard needed for stations so that we can work in small groups while promoting student independence!
Mrs. Clam
Durkin Park Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $580 still needed

Fahrenheit 451 Class Set

Help me give my students access to an impactful story that shows the importance of books.
Ms. Guzman
Curie Metropolitan High School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $380 still needed

The Percy Jackson Series!

Help me give my students up to date books for next year so they can learn to love reading!
Mrs. Urich
Clinton Rosette Middle School•
Dekalb, IL
  • 1 donor so far
  • $97 still needed

Gone But Never Forgotten

Help me give my students a way to honor a beloved student we loss to senseless violence.
Ms. Alvarado
Fulton Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • 3 donors so far
  • $484 still needed

Focus Tools!

Help me give my students noise cancelling headphones in order to increase focus and eliminate possible distractions!
Mrs. Timmer
Huntley Middle School•
Dekalb, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $209 still needed

SH School Garden

Help me give my students the supplies we need to help bring our school garden back to life!
Ms. Wiatr
Spring Hills Elementary School•
Roselle, IL
  • 1 donor so far
  • $612 still needed

Making Us a Family!

Help me give my students a new rug to enjoy circle time on and a few other items for our class. Our rug we have now is not in the best shape and has duct tape on it.
Ms. Christine
Riverbend Head Start Collinsville Center•
Collinsville, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $1,075 still needed
  • $538 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to PNC Grow Up Great®.$538 for now, thanks to a match.

United States Atlas

Help me give my students atlas's of the United states to enhance their geography unit.
Mrs. Mercado
Kilmer Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $340 still needed

Reading is Like Breathing In, Writing is like Breathing Out

Help me give my students 3 Ring Binders, Composition Notebooks, and interesting books like Graphic Novels to foster a love for reading and writing. My scholars need basic materials to effectively engage in their reading and writing workshop.
Ms. Allen
Bradwell School of Excellence•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $2,432 still needed

Watch Me Go: Little Children on the Move

Help me give my students the ability to participate in balance activities during recess.
Mrs. Kozlowski
Dirksen Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $817 still needed
  • $409 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to PNC Grow Up Great®.$409 for now, thanks to a match.

Clean & Healthy in Kinder!

Help me give my students cleaning supplies to help keep them clean and healthy.
Ms. Morfin
Maria Saucedo Scholastic Academy•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $570 still needed

Unraveling Mysteries: Enhancing Critical Thinking through a Mystery Book Club

Help me give my students a Mystery Unit to remember! We will be reading different Mystery books where students will track their clues in their detective notebooks and piece it all together on a Detective Board!
Ms. Jarrick
Forest Road Elementary School•
La Grange Park, IL
  • 1 donor so far
  • $113 still needed

Flexible Seating

Help me give my students flexible seating like stools, desk chair, and wobble stools to help promote student choice in the classroom.
Ms. Seals
Quincy Junior High School•
Quincy, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $1,057 still needed
  • $529 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to The Tracy Family Foundation.$529 for now, thanks to a match.

Best Seat in the House

Help me give my students a clean and comfortable spot for classroom instruction!
Mrs. Crum
Lincoln Elementary School•
Macomb, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $418 still needed
  • $209 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to The Tracy Family Foundation.$209 for now, thanks to a match.

Making End of Elementary Memorable

Help me give my students memorable moments to end their elementary school career by providing snacks, end of the year gifts, and locks to practice before starting middle school!
Ms. Cleven
Kenneth Murphy Elementary School•
Beach Park, IL
  • 1 donor so far
  • $53 still needed

Graphing Calculators For Urban Students

Help me give my students access to a graphing calculator as many do not own one and our school has limited resources to purchase these calculators.
Mr. Torres
Curie Metropolitan High School•
Chicago, IL
  • 1 donor so far
  • $1,684 still needed

Visual Learning With the Assistance of a Document Camera

Help me give my students the ability to see exemplar writing samples, teacher modeling, and a variety of reading passages with the assistance of an Epson Document Camera.
Mrs. McGee
Monarcas Academy•
Chicago, IL
  • 2 donors so far
  • $229 still needed

Creative Way: ABC Binders for Our Unique Projects

Help me give my students Avery Showcase 3' 3-Ring View Binders to have a way to store their ABC project.
Mrs. Kozlowski
Dirksen Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $508 still needed
  • $254 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to PNC Grow Up Great®.$254 for now, thanks to a match.

Windowless Classroom Proper and Welcoming Light Fixtures

Help me give my students who currently have a windowless classroom an inviting, warmly-lit space to thrive and be engaged with their learning!
Mrs. McEvilly
Canterbury Elementary School•
Crystal Lake, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $209 still needed

The Gift of Coding Adventures with Sphero Robots

Help me give my students Robots and they will learn to code and problem-solve.
Mr. O.
Monarcas Academy•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $548 still needed

Here I Come First Grade!

Help me give my students a book for the summer! This will help them practice their reading skills at home, encourage a love of reading and get them excited for first grade!
Mrs. Williams
Dr Preston L Williams Elementary School•
Urbana, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $159 still needed

Inspiring Change: Exploring Identity and Injustice Through Education

Help me give my students the opportunity to challenge and reshape their understanding of gender, race, and class through Angela Davis's enlightening book, 'Women, Race, and Class,' empowering them to become informed advocates for change in their community.
Mr. Esparza
Noble Charter School - Pritzker College Preparatory•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $939 still needed

A Case for Our Bass Guitars

Help me give my students and program the ability to ensure instruments are properly stored safely for years to come.
Mr. Medina
Prescott Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $322 still needed

Diversity on Display

Help me give my students diverse and motivating classroom posters and 3D borders to make our classroom come alive!
Mrs. Rabe
Bryant Elementary School•
Harvey, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $187 still needed

Big Kids Love Flexible Seating, Too!

Help me give my students updated flexible seating options. Older students Love comfy, cozy, fun places to learn.
Mrs. Mason
Griggsville - Perry Elementary School•
Griggsville, IL
  • 4 donors so far
  • $559 still needed
  • $280 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to The Tracy Family Foundation.$280 for now, thanks to a match.

Artsy T-Shirts

Help me give my students t-shirts to print creative designs to promote our School Spirit.
Mrs. D.
Roselle Middle School•
Roselle, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $248 still needed

Bringing Joy to Our Self-Contained Classroom

Help me give my students excitement and a learning opportunity through play with new toys like building blocks, farm animals, and a marble run.
Ms. Dourlain
Laura B Sprague School•
Lincolnshire, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $419 still needed

Summertime Reading is Fun, Exciting and Adventurous!

Help me give my students The Love of Summer Time Reading. I want to put a book in the hands of every student in my class over summer break. I want my students to read all year long!
Mrs. Campana
Mariano Azuela Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $400 still needed

Snacks and Supplies

Help me give my students snacks for the rest of the school year.
Ms. LaCamera
Ridgely Elementary School•
Springfield, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $337 still needed
  • $169 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to PNC Grow Up Great®.$169 for now, thanks to a match.

Join Me in Creating a Class Family

Help me give my students a clean and comfortable place to join in our classroom community. We meet as a class family and a more comfortable place would make it welcoming for my first graders.
Mrs. Moyer
Ledgewood Elementary School•
Roscoe, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $456 still needed

Learning Through Social Play! Cooking in the Classroom

Help me give my students with special needs a kitchen set with materials to promote learning social skills, life skills, and functional skills.
Ms. Wishard
Kenwood Elementary School•
Champaign, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $461 still needed
  • $231 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to Oak Foundation.$231 for now, thanks to a match.

Superflex our Superpowers: SEL Powers, Activate!

Help me give my students a fantastic Social Emotional curriculum to help them find their SEL superpowers and fidgets to help them calm when anxious!
Mrs. Dabriel
Chicago Academy Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • 1 donor so far
  • $489 still needed

Sewing for Middle School Students

Help me give my students the needed supplies so that they can learn how to sew.
Ms. Schoenle
Memorial Junior High School•
Lansing, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $807 still needed

Updating Classroom Lighting 3 of 4

Help me give my students modern business classroom with elegant lighting, as well as some much needed cleaning supplies.
Mr. Rohn
Percy L Julian High School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $175 still needed

Updating Classroom Lighting 1 of 4

Help me give my students a modern business classroom with elegant lighting, as well as some much needed cleaning supplies.
Mr. Rohn
Percy L Julian High School•
Chicago, IL
  • 1 donor so far
  • $155 still needed

Motivated by Snacks in Cares 1!

Help me give my students yummy snacks to motivate them to work hard and do their best.
Mrs. Ellenbecker
Centennial Elementary School•
Streator, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $261 still needed

Virtual Reality Exposure 2 of 4

Help me give my students access to virtual reality gaming exposure, which will help serve them both in experience with the technology and with motivational rewards.
Mr. Rohn
Percy L Julian High School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $905 still needed
  • $453 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to Riot Games Social Impact Fund.$453 for now, thanks to a match.

Virtual Reality Exposure, 1 of 4

Help me give my students access to virtual reality gaming exposure, which will help serve them both in experience with the technology and with motivational rewards. This includes a Meta Quest 3 bundle.
Mr. Rohn
Percy L Julian High School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $632 still needed
  • $316 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to Riot Games Social Impact Fund.$316 for now, thanks to a match.

Fresh Starts: Supporting Student Hygiene With a Washer and Dryer

Help me give my students and school a washer and dryer to help keep us neat and clean!
Mrs. Alford
Jonas Salk Elementary School•
Bolingbrook, IL
  • 13 donors so far
  • $1,308 still needed

Modern Technology for Business Competitions, Etc., 3 of 5

Help me give my students a powerful laptop that we can use for a wide range of activities, including creating presentations for business plan competitions
Mr. Rohn
Percy L Julian High School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $3,024 still needed

Modern Technology for Business Competitions, etc. 2 of 5

Help me give my students a powerful laptop that we can use for a wide range of activities, including creating presentations for business plan competitions
Mr. Rohn
Percy L Julian High School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $3,024 still needed

Modern Technology for Business Competitions, etc. 1 of 5

Help me give my students a powerful laptop that we can use for a wide range of activities, including creating presentations for business plan competitions
Mr. Rohn
Percy L Julian High School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $4,696 still needed

We Need Headphones to Learn!

Help me give my students headphones to use their Chromebooks and learn and expand their knowledge!
Mrs. Tate
Schiller Elementary School•
Centralia, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $191 still needed

Spark the Learning With ABC's and Fine Motor Skills

Help me give my students new alphabet games, and books. Help me also give my students new table toys in our classroom too.
Ms. Billhartz
Riverbend Head Start Collinsville Center•
Collinsville, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $1,016 still needed
  • $508 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to PNC Grow Up Great®.$508 for now, thanks to a match.

Scholastic Scholars

Help me give my students a hands-on approach to learning about the world around them.
Ms. Berry
Dawes Elementary School•
Chicago, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $187 still needed
  • $94 for now
2X
Donations to this project are currently matched, thanks to PNC Grow Up Great®.$94 for now, thanks to a match.

Art Supplies to Increase Fine Motor Skills

Help me give my students new drawing supplies for our daily 'how to draw' lesson.
Ms. Mills
Field - Stevenson Elementary School•
Forest Park, IL
  • Be the first to support this project
  • $297 still needed

Like what you’re seeing? Support classrooms monthly!

Sign up to automatically donate once a month, then handpick the projects you want to support.

Support classrooms monthly
Supporting teachers and students since 2000

DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a classroom in need. Public school teachers from every corner of America create classroom project requests, and you can give any amount to the project that inspires you.

We've earned the highest possible ratings from Better Business Bureau, Charity Watch, Charity Navigator, and Guidestar.