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Mr. Toding from Gallup NM is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Charge for Change! Portable Power Stations for Classroom Flexibility

Help me give my students Portable Power Stations to charge their laptops and tablets in their tables.

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  • $463 still needed

expires Aug 02

  • 1 donor
  • $463 still needed
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My Project

As an educator deeply committed to fostering a conducive learning environment for my students, I am reaching out to express a crucial need in our classroom: a portable power station. With the increasing integration of technology into our curriculum, our students rely heavily on laptops and tablets for research, assignments, and collaborative projects. However, our current infrastructure lacks adequate power outlets to support simultaneous charging, hindering the seamless integration of technology into our daily lessons.

The addition of a portable power station would significantly enhance our ability to harness the power of digital learning tools.

It would ensure that all students have access to fully charged devices throughout the day, eliminating disruptions caused by drained batteries. This accessibility is particularly crucial for students who may not have consistent access to charging facilities outside of school, thereby leveling the playing field and promoting equity in education.

A portable power station would not only facilitate learning within the confines of our classroom but also enable outdoor and off-site learning experiences. Whether it's conducting field research, participating in outdoor STEM activities, or collaborating on projects in unconventional settings, having a reliable power source would empower us to explore new realms of experiential learning.

Your support in providing a portable power station for our classroom would not only address an immediate need but also contribute to the long-term success and innovation of our educational endeavors. Together, we can ensure that our students have the necessary resources to thrive in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.

Thank you for considering our request. Your generosity would make a tangible difference in the lives of our students and the quality of their education.

Mr. Toding
Grades 6-8

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Anker 521 Portable Power Station Upgraded with LiFePO4 Battery, 256Wh 6-Port PowerHouse, 300W (Peak 600W) Solar Generator (Solar Panel Optional), 2 AC Outlets, 60W USB-C PD Output, Outdoor Generator • Amazon Business $199.99 2 $399.98

Materials cost

$399.98

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$435.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.94

Total project goal

$512.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$512.92

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$42.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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$462.92

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