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Mr. Barr from Chicago, IL is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Clearing the Clutter: Creating Calm with Classroom Storage

Help me give my students a place to store all of their learning materials and novel sets.

  • $513 goal

This project expired on September 4, 2025.

This project expired on September 4, 2025.

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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

Every student deserves to walk into a classroom that feels organized, welcoming, and ready for learning. Right now, my students are surrounded by piles of books, learning materials, and supplies that don’t have a home. Without proper storage, it is harder for them to focus, find what they need, and take ownership of their space.

That is why I am asking for storage cabinets that will help transform our room into a calm, efficient learning environment.

With dedicated storage, I can organize academic resources by subject, store manipulatives and books within reach, and make transitions smoother and faster. More importantly, students will gain a sense of pride in their space and be empowered to take responsibility for keeping it clean and functional.

These cabinets will serve every student, every day, providing a lasting impact that supports both academic growth and classroom community. Thank you for considering a gift that will help turn chaos into calm and give our classroom the organization it needs to thrive.

Mr. Barr Mark Twain Elementary School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

98 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
VEVOR Metal Storage Cabinet, Steel Locking Storage Cabinet with 2 Magnetic Doors and 4 Adjustable Shelves, 71'' Metal Cabinet 200 lbs Capacity per Shelf with 3 Keys, for Office, Home, Garage, Black • 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

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