Help me give my students the tools to keep our classroom organized and focused.
$227 goal
This project expired on September 1, 2025.
This project expired on September 1, 2025.
Celebrating 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
Walking into a well-organized classroom can instantly set the tone for a productive and focused day. Unfortunately, my students and I are navigating a space lacking proper storage. Therefore, I’m seeking support to bring order and calm into our classroom environment.
With your help, we can purchase essential organizational tools like rolling organizers, stackable baskets, and the first aid kit.
These simple but impactful items will help us reduce clutter, create designated areas for materials, and support smooth transitions between activities. Most importantly, they’ll empower my students to take responsibility for their space and feel proud of their learning environment.
An organized classroom doesn’t just look better — it feels better. It fosters independence and maximizes instructional time. Creating a clean and structured space opens the door to clearer thinking, deeper focus, and more joyful learning.
Thank you for helping us turn our classroom into a calm, organized space where students can truly thrive.
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
150 students impacted
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OFFICEJOY Storage Cart, Rolling Utility Cart with 10 Drawers, Portable Handles & Lockable Wheels, Mobile Paper Toys Storage Organizer Large Capacity for Home Office School Teacher (Rainbow)
• Amazon Business
$45.99
1
$45.99
Be Smart Get Prepared First Aid Kit Hard Red Case 326 Pieces Exceeds OSHA ANSI Guidelines 100 People. Office, Home, Car, School, Emergency, Survival, Camping, Hunting and Sports, FSA / HSA Approved
• Amazon Business
$38.50
1
$38.50
ZZYFGH 6 Pack in Trays for Teachers, Plastic Classroom Paper Organizers, Colorful Storage Baskets for Office, Stackable Office Desktop Document Paper Storage(13.4 * 9.5 * 2.7in)
• Amazon Business
$27.99
1
$27.99
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 24 Sticky Note Pads, 3 x 3 in., School Supplies, Office Products, Sticky Notes for Vertical Surfaces, Monitors, Walls and Windows, Supernova Neons Collection
• Amazon Business
$18.29
1
$18.29
Materials cost
$130.77
Vendor shipping charges
$29.99
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.96
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$192.72
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$34.01
Total project goal
$226.73
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Akimoto and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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