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Mr. Timothy B. Alston from Los Angeles, CA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Clutter-Free Minds, Focused Learners

Help me give my students an organized and efficient learning environment with letter trays, desk organizers, and pencil box storage to support focus and independence.

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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

I love that my students come to school each day full of curiosity, energy, and a genuine desire to learn. They are creative thinkers who thrive in structured environments, and they take pride in their work when given the tools and space to stay organized.

The goal of this project is to create a more organized and efficient classroom environment where students can easily access their materials, stay focused, and take ownership of their materials.

By providing letter trays, desk organizers, and pencil box storage, I aim to reduce clutter, minimize distractions, and support the development of responsibility and independence in my students. The letter trays will help my students manage their incoming and completed assignments, reducing the chances of lost work and missed deadlines. This system encourages responsibility and accountability. The desk organizers will give each student a designated space for supplies, making transitions smoother and reducing distractions caused by clutter or misplaced materials. The pencil box storage will allow students to keep their personal tools in one spot, minimizing disruptions and helping them stay focused during lessons and activities. Together, these resources will create a calm, efficient, and well-organized classroom where students can concentrate on learning rather than looking for materials or managing messes.

Mr. Timothy B. Alston Grape Street Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

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Nearly all 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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Charles Leonard Plastic Pencil Box, Assorted Colors, Pack of 24 (CHL76310ST) • Quill.com $89.90 1 $89.90
Mind Reader Plastic Organizers, Black (SNACKSHELF-BLK) • Quill.com $52.69 1 $52.69
Mind Reader 4-Pocket Metal Mesh Mountable Wall File, Letter Size, Black (4THANG-BLK) • Quill.com $37.05 1 $37.05
TRU RED? 4-Compartment Plastic Desktop Organizer, Smoke (TR58201) • Quill.com $28.89 1 $28.89
Mind Reader Metal Desktop Organizer Vertical File Holder Paper Letter Tray, Black (MESHBOX5-BLK) • Quill.com $25.24 1 $25.24
Mind Reader Desk Organizer Accessory Storage Paper Binder Clip Basket, Black (MESHMINI-BLK) • Quill.com $20.31 1 $20.31
TRU RED? 5-Compartment Wire Mesh Desk Organizer, Matte Black (TR57532-CC) • Quill.com $17.16 1 $17.16

Materials cost

$271.24

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $24.82

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$330.13

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.26

Total project goal

$388.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $388.39

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 $388.39

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