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Mrs. Torrey from Hope Mills, NC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Torrey's classroom raised $1,122

Construction Zone

Help me give my students block supplies to help them explore building structures.

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Mrs. Torrey C Wayne Collier Elementary School
Hope Mills, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

I love how my students learn through curiosity, creativity, and hands-on exploration. They are natural problem-solvers who enjoy working together, asking questions, and using their imaginations to create meaningful experiences through play. The upgraded Block Center will help my students strengthen important early learning skills such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, math, and critical thinking. By building structures, designing creations, and exploring balance and stability, students will develop STEM skills in an engaging and developmentally appropriate way. Most importantly, the upgraded Block Center will provide opportunities for my students to feel confident, successful, and excited about learning through play.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

16 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Torrey C Wayne Collier Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Hope Mills, NC View local requests

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

16 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Color Blocks Value Seating Rug - Rectangle - KIDSValue PLUS - 6'x 9' • Teachers' School Supply $195.46 1 $195.46
Hardwood Blocks Storage Cabinet • Lakeshore Learning Materials $159.99 1 $159.99
Hardwood Blocks - 100-Piece Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $149.99 1 $149.99
Block Play Crane • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Soft & Washable Alphabet Blocks • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Lakeshore Community Block Play People • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
LEGO Classic Green Square Baseplate 11023 - 32x32 Stud Foundation, 10" x 10" Build Plate for Creative Play, STEM & Building Block Projects - Durable Base for Kids' Lego Brick Creations • Kaplan Early Learning Company $10.40 4 $41.60
Lakeshore Block Play People with Differing Abilities • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
Block Play Traffic Signs • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
YAMMI 2 Pack Magnetic Book Shelf for Whiteboard Classroom - Upgraded Version Magnetic Shelf for Organizing Books on Whiteboards - Includes 1 Pack Magnetic Pen Case (White) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Lewo Wooden Stacking Board Games Building Blocks for Kids Boys Girls- 48 Pieces • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$824.97

Vendor shipping charges

 $21.50

Sales tax

 $64.35

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$953.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$168.21

Total project goal

$1,121.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,121.40

1 Donor

-$1,121.40

Donations toward project cost

-$953.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$168.21

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