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Ms. Donis from Long Beach, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Essentials

Help me give my students classroom basics supplies and make are room cozy and functional.

  • $1,004 goal

This project expired on December 24, 2025.

This project expired on December 24, 2025.

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

Starting a new school year means preparing the classroom with essentials that set the stage for learning and success. Basic supplies like pencils, paper, and notebooks keep students ready to work, while organized storage bins help maintain order.

Bulletin boards, charts, and labels create a welcoming, structured environment.

Technology tools, such as tablets or projectors, support interactive learning. Comfortable seating and good lighting encourage focus, while a stocked classroom library promotes reading.

Above all, positivity, patience, and encouragement are the most valuable essentials for every classroom. My goal is to give comfort an organization to the children.

Ms. Donis Whittier Head Start 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.

Long Beach, 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

20 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
FLOGUOR Indoor 5-Position Adjustable Floor Chair with Back Support Folding Padded Gaming Sofa Chair, Lounge Chair for Adults Video Gaming, Perfect for Meditation, Reading QL050-NA • Amazon Business $72.29 2 $144.58
Blick Liquid Watercolors - Set of 10, Assorted Colors, 8 oz bottles • Blick Art Materials $36.67 2 $73.34
Well Woven Kids Rugs Sunrise 5' x 7' Multi Color Modern Printed Machine Washable Area Rug • Amazon Business $69.38 1 $69.38
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $56.19 1 $56.19
3 Packs Water Painting Pen Set Refillable for Buddha Board Water Relaxation Meditation Art • Amazon Business $8.59 6 $51.54
EXPO Dry Erase Markers (Assorted Colors) - 36 Count with CHISEL Tip • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $45.00 1 $45.00
X-ACTO Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, SafeStart Auto-Motor, Ideal for Home and School Use • Amazon Business $42.58 1 $42.58
Goefun Easel Pads Self Sticky - Anchor Chart Paper for Teachers, Flip Chart Paper with Sticky Back, 25x30 inches，30 Sheets per Pad, 2 Pack • Amazon Business $41.79 1 $41.79
Storex Classroom Project Box, 13-1/4 x 15-1/4 x 3-1/4 Inches, Clear, Pack of 5 • School Specialty $37.42 1 $37.42
Zonon Sublimation Notebooks A5 Spiral Journal Blank Hardcover DIY Notebooks Writing Paper for Office Home Travel Supplies, 60 Pages(12 Pcs) • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
uCreate Art1st Watercolor Paper 9 x 12 White 250 Sheets/Pack (P4930) • Staples $31.19 1 $31.19
STOREX Plastic Large Book Bin 7 x 14.5 x 5.25 Black Pack of 6 (STX70109E06C-6) • Staples $27.69 1 $27.69
3 Pack LCD Writing Tablet, Colorful Toddler Drawing Tablet Doodle Board for Kids, Erasable Reusable Electronic Drawing Pad, LEYAOYAO Educational and Learning Toy for 3-6 Years Old Boy and Girl • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
5 Tier Office Paper Organizer Cute Desk Organizer File Organizer Desktop for Office School Home Magazine Scrapbook Folders Letter Tray Paper Holder Desk Organizers Classroom Storage • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Exact Vellum Bristol 67 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 White 250 Sheets/Ream (80211) • Staples $9.99 2 $19.98
Storex 3 Compartment Supplies Caddy, 9-1/4 x 9-1/4 x 5-1/4 Inches, Assorted Colors, Set of 6, Blue • School Specialty $18.44 1 $18.44

Materials cost

$739.07

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.59

Sales tax

 $67.62

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$853.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$150.59

Total project goal

$1,003.96

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

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