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Ms. Nicholson from Minneapolis, MN is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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5th Grade Safe Space

Help me give my students a math and science classroom that runs smoothly.

1 donor
$526 still needed

1 donor
$526 still needed

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Ms. Nicholson Sojourner Truth Academy

Minneapolis, MN Grades 3-5

My Project

By donating to my classroom, you are helping me create a safe, clean, welcoming, and engaging learning environment where my students can focus on learning and growing. As a first-year teacher, I am working hard to build a classroom where my students have everything they need to be successful, but I cannot do it alone.

My classroom is currently in need of essential supplies, including cleaning products, snacks, first-aid supplies, paper, pencils, and dry-erase markers.

These may seem like small items, but they make a big difference in our daily learning. A clean and well-stocked classroom allows students to feel comfortable and ready to learn, while snacks help ensure that students can stay focused and engaged throughout the school day. Having a first-aid kit readily available will also allow me to respond quickly when students need basic medical care.

As a first-year teacher, I am also building my classroom supply collection from the ground up. My students regularly use whiteboards during instruction to practice new skills, demonstrate their thinking, and receive immediate feedback. While I have whiteboards and erasers, we are in need of the dry-erase markers that make these learning activities possible. We also need everyday essentials like paper and pencils so that every student can fully participate in lessons.

Your donation will go directly toward giving my students the tools, comfort, and support they need to learn. When basic classroom needs are taken care of, I can spend less time worrying about missing supplies and more time doing what I love: teaching, encouraging, and helping my students succeed. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps me create the classroom my students deserve.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

Never Before Funded 48 students impacted 1 donor

Project tagged as

Minneapolis, MN
Grades 3-5
Health & Wellness
Charter School
Food, Clothing & Hygiene
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Nicholson will only receive her materials if this project is fully funded by December 25.

Ms. Nicholson Sojourner Truth Academy Grades 3-5

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Minneapolis, MN 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

Never Before Funded 48 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Lysol Disinfecting Wipes, Cleaner, Lemon + Mango + Linen, 80 ct. (4 Pack) | All Purpose Cleaner, Sanitizing, Deodorizing, Apartment Essentials, Back To School Cleaning Supplies, Kitchen & Bathroom Wipe • Amazon Business $14.97 10 $149.70

EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Colors, Chisel Tip, 8 Count - Whiteboard, Calendar, Organization, Essential Supplies for Office, School, Classroom, Teachers • Amazon Business $8.79 10 $87.90

GoGo squeeZ No Sugar Added Organic Applesauce, Apple Apple, 48 Count | Kids On The Go Fruit Snack Made with Applesauce & Fruit Puree; 3.2 Oz Pouches, Gluten and Nut Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA-Free • Amazon Business $48.51 1 $48.51

Urban Lifestyle Micromink Saucer Chair, Blush • Amazon Business $45.96 1 $45.96

Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack - Pre-Sharpened #2 Wood-Cased Yellow Sharpened Pencils for Kids with Latex-Free Eraser Top for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $37.59 1 $37.59

Amazon Basics 2-Ply Flex-Sheets Paper Towels, 2-Pack, 150 Sheets per Roll, 2 Basics Rolls = 6 Regular Rolls, for Everyday Use, Spills and Messes • Amazon Business $4.77 6 $28.62

Staples 110 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 White 250 Sheets/Ream (49701) • Staples $25.79 1 $25.79

Band-Aid Family Variety Sheer Fabric Adhesive Bandages, 1.75" x 4", 280/Box (4711) • Quill.com $20.14 1 $20.14

Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95

Kids Scissors 5 Inch, 24 Pack Safety School Scissors for Kids, Blunt Tip, Assorted Colors, Left and Right Handed, Classroom Bulk Supplies • Amazon Business $16.82 1 $16.82

Nutri-Grain Breakfast Bars, Made with 10g Whole Grains, Kids Snacks, 3-Flavor Variety Pack (4 Boxes, 32 Bars) • Amazon Business $8.87 1 $8.87

TRU RED 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream (TR56957) • Staples $7.49 1 $7.49

Materials cost			$494.34
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$7.42
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$531.76
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$93.84
Total project goal			$625.60
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$625.60
1 Donor			-$100.00
Donations toward project cost			-$85.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$15.00
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$525.60

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5th Grade Safe Space

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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