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Ms. Davis from Chicago, IL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Supplies: Writing and Learning

Help me give my students basic classroom supplies, including pencils, pens, and colored pencils.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Davis's classroom raised $480

This project is fully funded

My Project

Donate to support our students' creativity and learning by providing essential supplies like pencils, pens, and colored pencils. Every child deserves the tools they need to succeed, yet many lack access to these basic supplies. With your contribution, we can ensure that classrooms are equipped with the resources necessary for students to express themselves, take notes, and engage in hands-on learning experiences.

Your donation will directly impact the lives of students, empowering them to unleash their creativity and excel academically.

Whether it's jotting down notes in class, illustrating a project, or solving math problems, these simple tools are indispensable for their educational journey.

Join us in bridging the gap and fostering a supportive learning environment for students of all backgrounds. Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in their education and future success. Together, let's equip our students with the tools they need to thrive.

Ms. Davis Legal Preparatory Charter Academy Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Chicago, IL View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Take Note! Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 8 $122.08
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead Bulk Box, 150 Count, Yellow • Amazon Business $10.38 7 $72.66
Crayola Classpack Kids' Colored Pencils Assorted Colors 240/Carton (68-8024) • Staples $33.76 2 $67.52
Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Black Ink, Dozen (31020) • Quill.com $13.99 4 $55.96
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencils with Erasers (MPCE40-BLK), Bright Edition Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count Pack, Bulk Mechanical Pencils for School or Office Supplies • Amazon Business $5.78 5 $28.90
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil (MPP40MJ), Medium Point (0.7mm), Perfect for the Classroom and Test Time, 40-Count • Amazon Business $5.05 5 $25.25

Materials cost

$372.37

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$407.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.99

Total project goal

$479.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$479.95

4 Donors

-$239.97

Donations toward project cost

-$203.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.99

Matching donations from our partners

-$239.98

Match offers toward project cost

-$203.98

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.00

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$0.00

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