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Ms. Fujita from Keaau, HI is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Buddies and Balance: Help Us Build Brighter Days

Help me give my students reading buddies, indoor recess, and sidewalk play toys.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Fujita's classroom raised $890

This project is fully funded

My Project

Your generous donations will help provide students with essential tools that support both their learning and well-being.

This project provides tools to support student learning, comfort, and active play:

*Reading Buddies: These plush companions offer comfort and encouragement to early readers. Students will practice their literacy skills by reading aloud to their reading buddies in a low-pressure, confidence-building environment.

*Lap Desks: Flexible seating and learning spaces are essential for focus and comfort. Lap desks will give students the freedom to read, write, or complete assignments in areas beyond the traditional desk—fostering independence, engagement, and a sense of ownership over their learning.

*Jump Ropes & Hula Hoops: These simple yet powerful tools help kids stay active, develop coordination, and engage in positive social play during recess and movement breaks. Physical activity boosts focus, reduces stress, and builds teamwork.

With your support, we can create a joyful and balanced school day that nurtures both the minds and bodies of our students.

Ms. Fujita Kea'au Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Keaau, HI View local requests

More than half of 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

24 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kisston 12 Pcs Kids Lap Desk Bulk Tray Lap Table Bed Table Plastic Desk with Extra Storage Space Activities Children Portable for Kids Students Work Study School Classroom(Black) • Amazon Business $83.99 2 $167.98
Hand2Mind FingerFocus Highlighter Class Kit, Set of 24 - Elementary - Kids • School Specialty $88.49 1 $88.49
4 FIDGET Toy Friends - 11.8" Plush Axolotl Stuffed Animals (calming corner, desk pets, social emotional learning, fidgets for teen mental health) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $44.00 2 $88.00
Tutengelctri Garage Sports Equipment Organizer, Ball Storage Rack, Sports Gear Basketball Storage with Baskets and Hooks, Outdoor Heavy Duty Storage Rolling Cart Football Rugby Organizer • Amazon Business $75.99 1 $75.99
Sportime Plastic Hoops, 30 Inch, Set of 12, Blue - Durable • School Specialty $59.02 1 $59.02
Mocoosy 12 Pack Small Dinosaur Plush Toys, Mini Dinosaur Stuffed Animals Bulk for Kids Dinosaur Party Favors, Tiny Dinosaur Playset Plush Keychain Toddler Birthday Party Supplies Goodie Bag Stuffers • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Learning Resources Answer Buzzers - Set of 4, Ages 3+, Assorted Colored Buzzers, Game Show Buzzers, Perfect for Family Game and Trivia Nights, for Kids • Amazon Business $19.29 1 $19.29
Take 'N Play Anywhere Tic Tac Toe Magnetic Game - Game • AKJ Education $8.03 2 $16.06
Aoriher 6 Pcs Mini Stuffed Forest Animals Jungle Bulk Plush Animal Toys 4 Inch Cute Plush Elephant Lion Giraffe for Baby Shower Valentine's Day Birthday Gift Bags Stuffers Party Decors • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
ArtCreativity 84 Inch Nylon Ropes for Kids - Pack of 12 - Durable Jump Ropes with Plastic Handles - Healthy Indoor and Outdoor Skipping Activity, Party Favors, Gifts for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $15.67 1 $15.67

Materials cost

$568.48

Vendor shipping charges

$124.13

Sales tax

$25.01

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$756.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$133.44

Total project goal

$889.59

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$889.59

2 Donors

-$869.59

Donations toward project cost

-$739.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$130.44

match offer

-$20.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$17.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.00

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$0.00

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