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$548 still needed

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$548 still needed

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Mr. Redmond Whitney Elementary School

Memphis, TN Grades 3-5

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This project is designed to support my 5th grade science students by providing essential classroom materials that directly impact their learning and success. Each student uses a composition notebook daily to take notes, record science vocabulary, and complete class activities. These notebooks then become valuable study guides when preparing for quizzes, tests, and end-of-unit assessments. In addition to the notebooks, we also need materials to help students design and personalize them, making the learning process more engaging and visually appealing. These creative touches encourage students to take pride in their work and stay organized. The requested supplies and small gifts will help motivate students, promote responsibility, and create a positive learning environment that supports academic success throughout the school year.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

55 students impacted 2 donors

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Memphis, TN
Grades 3-5
Science
Art Supplies
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mr. Redmond will only receive his materials if this project is fully funded by August 22.

Mr. Redmond Whitney 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.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Memphis, TN 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

55 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Composition Notebook Wide Ruled (48 Pack) - Marble Composition Notebook, Wide Ruled Composition Notebook, Composition Notebook Bulk, 100 Sheets Composition Books for School and Office, (Black Marble) • Amazon Business $74.39 2 $148.78

Maped Essentials Yellow Triangular Graphite #2 Pencils, Pack of 144 - Grades 1-12 - Adult - Comfortable • School Specialty $58.27 2 $116.54

Yahenda 1500 Pcs Construction Paper Bulk Assorted Colors 9 x 12 Inches Craft Paper 20 Colors Colored Essentials for Arts & Crafts Supplies Adults Drawing • Amazon Business $50.99 2 $101.98

Crayola Classpack Kids' Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, 240/Carton (68-8024) • Quill.com $62.55 1 $62.55

Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $59.29 1 $59.29

Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11 Inches, 20 lb Weight, 96 Bright, White, 10 Ream (5,000 Sheets) • Amazon Business $54.89 1 $54.89

Crayola Crayon Classpack, 24 Boxes • School Specialty $48.22 1 $48.22

300 PCS Party Favor for Kids Goodie Bags Stuffers, Prize Box Toys for Kids Classroom Bulk, Small Fidget Toys Pinata Egg Fillers, Treasure Chest for Students Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Birthday Gifts • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98

ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented,Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $19.59 2 $39.18

Crayola Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Classpack of 288 • Blick Art Materials $37.07 1 $37.07

Squishy Stress Balls Fidget Toys - 72 Pack Squishy Toys Stress Ball for Nervousness, Fidget Stress Toys Bulk, Squeeze Balls for Adult Teen- Fidgets for Classroom Prize - Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99

IGIVI Magnetic Blocks - Build Mine Magnet World Lava Valley Set, 1" Magnetic Cube Building Toys for Kids Ages 3+, Montessori Sensory Toys for Toddlers, Creative Game Themed Toy Gifts for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $16.19 2 $32.38

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 $29.42 1 $29.42

24 Pack Slow Rising Stress Cube , Dough Stress Balls Soft Fidget Squishy Toys for Anxiety Relief, Pull Stretch Classroom Prize Party Favors Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99

32 Pack Sunglasses Bulk with UV Protection, 16 colors Neon 80s Retro Plastic Sun Glasses Toy, Summer Pool Party Favors, Beach Party Supplies, Gift for Birthday Goody Bag Filler School Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98

4E's Novelty 24 Pack Fast Food Squishy Toys for Kids Bulk Slow Rising Individually Wrapped Small 1.5-2.25" Squishies, Easter Egg Filler Stuffers Gift Birthday Party Favor • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls, Easter Basket Stuffers Egg Fillers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

100PCS Sticky Hands Birthday Party Favors for Kids 4-8 8-12 Summer Goodie Bag Stuffers Classroom Treasure Box Toys Carnival Prizes Bulk Mini Treat Trinket Pinata Fillers End of Year Students Gifts • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98

Materials cost			$905.20
Vendor shipping charges			$26.43
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$13.58
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$975.21
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$172.10
Total project goal			$1,147.31
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$1,147.31
1 Donor			-$300.00
Donations toward project cost			-$255.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$45.00
match offer			-$300.00
Match offer toward project cost			-$255.00
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$45.00
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$547.31

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