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Ms. B from Durham, NC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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After School Is Important for Both Students and Parents

Help me give my students supplies to keep the Encore afterschool program stocked.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. B's classroom raised $478

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My Project

The snacks and board games will enhance both the social and cognitive aspects of learning. Board games provide opportunities for critical thinking, strategy development, and teamwork, fostering problem-solving skills in a fun and engaging way. They also improve communication and social interaction, which are key skills for middle school students. Snacks will help students stay focused and energized during the program, ensuring they have the stamina to fully participate and benefit from the activities.

The primary goal is to create a supportive, enriching environment where students can develop essential life skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, and perseverance through play.

Another goal is to provide a positive, relaxing space that encourages social interaction and builds a sense of community after school. By engaging with educational board games, students will enhance both their cognitive abilities and social-emotional learning in a low-pressure setting.

Our students are unique because of their diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning styles. They are curious, energetic, and thrive when given the opportunity to learn through hands-on, interactive experiences. They have shown remarkable resilience and creativity, and they particularly enjoy activities that allow them to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios or collaborative environments. By catering to their love for fun, engaging activities, we can create a lasting positive impact on their educational journey.

Project tagged as

Durham, NC
Grades 6-8
Clubs & Activities
Traditional School
Educational Kits & Games
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. B Lowes Grove Middle School Grades 6-8

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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Durham, NC 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 45 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

12-Pack Bulk Empty Plastic Reusable Juice /Water Bottles to work great as Smoothie Bottles with Black Lids Great for Sensory Crafts and Calming Bottles 400ml • Amazon Business $16.98 3 $50.94

Hasbro Gaming Monopoly Junior Board Game, Ages 5 and up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $15.82 3 $47.46

Hasbro Gaming The Game of Life Game, Family Board Game for 2-4 Players, Indoor Game for Kids Ages 8 and Up, Pegs Come in 6 Colors • Amazon Business $21.84 2 $43.68

Hasbro Sorry! Board Game - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $17.69 2 $35.38

Capri Sun 100% Juice Variety Pack Pouches 6 fl. oz. 40/Box (441) • Staples $25.99 1 $25.99

Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Back to School Gifts & Prizes for Students & Classroom, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $25.93 1 $25.93

Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon, Value Pack (64 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $19.52 1 $19.52

Hasbro Gaming Trouble Board Game for Kids Ages 5 and Up 2-4 Players (Packaging may vary) • Amazon Business $8.63 2 $17.26

Mott's Fruit Flavored Snacks, Animals Assorted Fruit, Gluten Free, 40 ct • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98

Mattel Games UNO Show ‘em No Mercy Card Game in Storage & Travel Tin for Kids, Adults & Family Night with Extra Cards, Special Rules & Tougher Penalties (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.97 1 $12.97

Mattel Games UNO Flip! Card Game for Kids, Adults & Family Night with Double-Sided Cards in Collectible Storage Tin (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Rice Krispies Treats Mini Squares, Kids Snacks, Lunch Snacks, Variety Pack, 20.1oz Box (52 Bars) • Amazon Business $9.88 1 $9.88

126 Pcs Small Paint Brushes Bulk, Kids Paint Brushes with Flat and Round Pointed Paint Brushes Set, Craft Brushes for Classroom Acrylic Oil Watercolor Canvas Face Painting • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79

Materials cost			$340.76
Vendor shipping charges			$3.54
Sales tax			$26.58
3rd party payment processing fee			$5.11
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$405.99
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$71.65
Total project goal			$477.64
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$477.64
3 Donors			-$238.82
Donations toward project cost			-$203.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$35.82
match offer			-$238.81
Match offer toward project cost			-$202.99
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$35.82
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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After School Is Important for Both Students and Parents

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