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Ms. Green from Fort Bragg, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Sensory Lights

Help me give my students a healthier and more comfortable alternative to fluorescent overhead lighting.

  • $465 goal

This project expired on July 31, 2025.

This project expired on July 31, 2025.

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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

Hi! Thanks for considering this project. My new classroom has no natural light and requires that the overhead fluorescent bulbs be on throughout the day. Students (and teachers) complain about headaches from the light.

Studies have shown that fluorescent overhead lighting can cause eye strain and irritability.

I would like to be able to provide my students with a space that is well lit so that they can clearly see in their classroom, while also maintaining a peaceful environment for them to learn and thrive in. These lighting options (string lights, table lamps and floor lamps with warm light at eye level versus overhead) will help students to feel comfortable in their learning environment. I'm also requesting 3 breathing lights to go in our calm corner. Thank you so much!

Ms. Green Dana Gray Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Fort Bragg, CA 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

26 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Minetom Mini Globe String Lights, 66 Ft. 200 LED Fairy String Lights Plug in, 8 Modes with Remote, Decor for Indoor Outdoor Party Wedding Christmas Tree Garden, Warm White • Amazon Business $32.98 4 $131.92
Ambimall 60'' Modern Floor Lamp with Shade, Tall Lamps for Living Room, Bedroom, Office, Dining Room, White Shade with Brown Pole(Without Bulb) • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
RISLG 2 Pack Small Table Lamps, Bedside Lamps for Nightstand with Wire Switch, Modern Minimalist Desk Lamp with Linen Fabric Shade for Dorm Kids Room Living Room Office Bedroom, Bulb Included • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Bright Autism Calming Sensory Sea Lamp - Night Light Projector for Kids, 7 Light Modes, Color Changing Music Player, Nature Relaxation Sounds • Amazon Business $41.57 1 $41.57
Breathing lamp Guided Visual Meditation Tool for Mindfulness, Slow Your Breathing & Calm Your Mind for Stress & Anxiety Relief, 3 Color and 478 Seconds Breathing Mode Silicone Cute Smiley face lamp • Amazon Business $11.99 3 $35.97

Materials cost

$329.42

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$30.14

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.94

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$394.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.62

Total project goal

$464.12

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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