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Ms. Harnage from Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm and Comfortable Learning

Help me give my students chair cushions and saucer chairs for a comfortable learning environment.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Harnage's classroom raised $630

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

We are seeking donations for two saucer chairs for our classroom library and seat cushions for our students' desks. The addition of saucer chairs to our classroom library will create a cozy and inviting space where students can immerse themselves in the world of literature, fostering a love for reading and enabling us to incorporate more interactive and group-based learning activities. The seat cushions for student desks will not only improve their comfort during long hours of study but also contribute to better focus and concentration, ultimately enhancing their academic performance.

Our students are resilient, eager to learn, and brimming with potential.

Many of them face various challenges in their lives, but their determination and enthusiasm for learning never waver. Our students, who come from diverse backgrounds and possess a wide range of talents and abilities, deserve the best possible educational opportunities. By providing them with a comfortable and inviting learning space, we aim to empower them to reach their full potential, fostering a lifelong love for learning.

The goal of this project is to create a vibrant and engaging learning environment that inspires our students to be enthusiastic about education. We believe that a well-designed and comfortable space can significantly impact their learning experience, making it more enjoyable and productive. Your generous donation will contribute to their growth and success and make a lasting difference in their educational journey. We sincerely appreciate any support you can provide to make this project a reality.

Ms. Harnage Rudecinda S Dodson Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 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

120 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gorilla Grip Memory Foam Chair Cushions, Comfortable Pads for Dining Room, Kitchen Table, Office Chairs, Stay in Place Backing, Comfortable Microfiber Seat Pad Cushion, Set of 8, 16x16, Wine • Amazon Business $69.89 4 $279.56
Urban Shop Oversized Polycanvas Saucer Chair, Navy • Amazon Business $88.41 2 $176.82

Materials cost

$456.38

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $41.76

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$534.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$94.41

Total project goal

$629.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $629.40

4 Donors

-$207.72

Donations toward project cost

-$178.33

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.39

match offer

-$419.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$356.66

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$62.94

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.08

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 $0.00

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