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Ms. Wiese from Chicago, IL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Wiese's classroom raised $876

Cozy Calm Corner

Help me give my students a cozy and stimulating corner for reading, resting, and resetting.

This project is fully funded

My Project

Hey there, amazing supporters!

I am excited to share my vision of supercharging my learning space for my awesome students, and I need your help to make it happen!

My goal is to jazz up my classroom with bean bag chairs, wobble stools, and feet bands – simple items with huge potential. Picture this: bean bag chairs offering comfy seating options for focused learning, wobble stools encouraging active sitting for better posture and concentration, and feet bands giving our energetic students a discreet outlet. My students? They're incredible. Each one brings something unique to the table, and they thrive in an environment that celebrates their diversity and meets their needs. Your support isn't just about providing stuff; it's about showing these kids that their potential is limitless. Let's team up to create a space where every student can shine bright. Thanks a ton for considering!

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

21 students impacted 7 donors
Ms. Wiese Rogers Elementary School Grades 3-5

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 half 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

21 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Big Beanbag Seat - Orange (30"w x 32"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
Lakeshore Flex-Space Big Beanbag Seat - Blue (30"w x 32"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
Lakeshore Flex-Space Big Beanbag Seat - Green (30"w x 32"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
Pearington SitFree Height Adjustable Wobble Stool, Active Flexible Seating Chair for Kids and Adults - School and Office, Green • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Pearington SitFree Height Adjustable Wobble Stool, Active Flexible Seating Chair for Kids and Adults - School and Office, Orange • Amazon Business $88.69 1 $88.69
Pearington SitFree Height Adjustable Wobble Stool, Active Flexible Seating Chair for Kids and Adults - School and Office, Teal • Amazon Business $88.69 1 $88.69
Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Fidget Bands for Classroom Chair, Seats, Desk, or Bounce Bands (12) - Anti-Snap & Non-Slip - Flexible Seating for Kids with ADHD and Sensory Needs • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$684.36

Vendor shipping charges

$19.35

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$743.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.29

Total project goal

$875.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$875.27

6 Donors

-$715.58

Donations toward project cost

-$624.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$91.09

match offer

-$140.58

Match offer toward project cost

-$119.49

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.09

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$19.11

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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