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Ms. Speller from Richmond, VA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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2025-2026 School Year

Help me give my students classroom supplies to stay sharp, clean, and ready to learn every day.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Speller's classroom raised $166

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a passionate educator, I strive to create a classroom where students feel prepared, focused, and cared for every single day. Right now, we’re in need of a few essential items that make a big difference in our daily learning environment: a pencil sharpener, dry erase markers, dry erasers, disinfecting wipes, and tissues.

These supplies may seem simple, but they are the tools that keep our lessons running smoothly.

A reliable pencil sharpener ensures students can write clearly and confidently. Dry erase markers and erasers allow us to engage in interactive learning at the board. And tissues? They help us stay healthy, especially during cold and allergy seasons—because no one learns their best when they’re sneezing!

Your support will directly impact my students by giving them what they need to stay focused, express themselves, and feel comfortable in the classroom. Thank you for helping us build a space where learning never skips a beat!

Ms. Speller Laburnum Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Richmond, VA View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

HBCU Alum 25 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Clorox Scentiva Disinfecting Wipes, Pacific Breeze & Coconut Scent, 75 Wipes/Container, 6/Carton (60037CT) • Quill.com $39.59 1 $39.59
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Pencil Sharpeners, Colored Pencil Sharpner for 6-8mm Pencils, Fast Sharpen in 3-5s, 3 Sharpness Setting, Sharpen 10000 Times for School/Classroom/Teachers • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
Puffs Plus Lotion Facial Tissue, 2-ply, 124 Tissues/Box, 6 Boxes/Pack (39383) • Quill.com $14.59 1 $14.59
Ddaowanx Whiteboard Eraser, Magnetic Dry Erase Eraser, Glass Board Eraser,School and Office Supplies, Pack of 2 (Black) • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$109.06

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$140.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.83

Total project goal

$165.53

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $165.53

1 Donor

-$165.53

Donations toward project cost

-$140.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.83

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 $0.00

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