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Mrs. Furniss from Columbia, SC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Cozy, Organized Learning Space for Growing Minds!

Help me give my students storage bins, a classroom rug, a bookshelf, neon signs, and a grass wall to create a calm, organized, and focused learning environment that supports their academic success.

  • $775 goal

This project expired on September 21, 2025.

This project expired on September 21, 2025.

My Project

As a third grade teacher, I strive to create a classroom that is not only a place for academic growth but also a safe, calm, and inspiring environment where every student feels comfortable and ready to learn. Right now, our space lacks the organization and ambiance needed to fully support my students’ focus and emotional well-being throughout the day.

With your support, I’m hoping to add several items to transform our classroom: storage bins to reduce clutter and help students stay organized, a classroom rug to provide a cozy spot for group discussions and independent reading, and a bookshelf to display our growing classroom library and encourage a love for reading.

To further enhance the learning environment, I’d love to introduce a grass wall and neon signs to create a calming, visually appealing space that sparks joy and promotes a sense of belonging. These decorative touches will help students feel at home in the classroom, making it a place they’re excited to come to each day.

A well-organized, aesthetically inviting classroom not only improves focus and engagement, but also supports students’ social-emotional health. Your generosity will help create a space where my students can thrive academically and emotionally — a place where they feel valued, inspired, and ready to reach their full potential.

Thank you for considering a donation to our classroom!

Mrs. Furniss North Springs 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.

Columbia, SC 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

Never Before Funded 16 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
STARUIA Sun 8x10 Washable Area Rugs for Living Room, Non-Slip Backing Large Boho Rainbow Nursery kids Area Rug for Bedroom, Carpet Rug for Dining Guest Room Classroom Office Nursery Kids(Monet,8'x10') • Amazon Business $129.34 1 $129.34
IOTXY Wooden Open Shelf Bookcase - 3-Tier Floor Standing Display Cabinet Rack with Legs, 7 Cubes Bookshelf, Bright Blue • Amazon Business $98.99 1 $98.99
HapiLeap Plastic Storage Bins with Lid, Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing, Storage Baskets for Shelves Kitchen Bathroom Playroom Classroom Office (4 Large + 4 Small) • Amazon Business $69.98 1 $69.98
OLIXIS Criss Cross Chairs Legged Armless No Wheels Wide Seat Height Adjustable Swivel Rolling Padded Fabric Home Office Desk Seating for Bedroom, Student, Study Room • Amazon Business $68.03 1 $68.03
Ticanros Grass Wall 24 Pack 10"x10" Artificial Boxwood Hedge Wall Panels, Privacy Hedge Screen Faux Boxwood for Outdoor,Indoor,Garden,Fence,Backyard,Greenery Walls • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
We Can Do Hard Things Neon Signs, Dimmable LED Signs for Wall Decor, Neon Light Kids Wall Art Positive Classroom Decor, USB Neon Light for Bedroom Birthday Party Classroom Backdrop Decor Aesthetic • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
JFLLamp Be Kind Neon Signs for Wall Decor Neon Lights for Bedroom Led Signs Suitable for Living Room Man Cave Beer Bar Gameroom Hotel Birthday Party Restaurant Wedding Christmas 17.5 * 7 Inch(Blue) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Pink You Are Amazing LED Neon Sign for Christmas Wall Decor Letters Neon Lights 15.8x 8.3 Inch for Bedroom Wedding Birthday Party Sign Classroom Home Living Room Xmas Gift(You Are Amazing) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Neon Signs Today Is A Good Day for A Good Day LED Dimmable Neon Light Sign Neon Wall Decor Signs for Bachelorette Party Engagement Party First Birthday Favors Wedding Anniversary for Party Home Wall Wedding Decoration Art Gift (11.8*11.8inch) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
DUDIU Peace Hand Neon Sign Victory Gesture Neon Signs for Wall Decor Peace Neon Light Up Sign for Bedroom Living Room Kids Room Game Room Decoration White Neon Night Light • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Sun Neon Sign for Wall Decor Aesthetic Yellow Sun Neon Signs for Bedroom USB Night Light Neon Light Decor for Kids Girls Boy Room Birthday Christmas Halloween Party • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
QiaoFei Rainbow Light Signs for Kids Gift LED Rainbow Neon Signs for Wall Decor Bedroom Decorations Home Accessories Party Holiday Battery or USB Operated Table Night Lights • Amazon Business $11.09 1 $11.09
BRIGHTDECK Heart Neon Signs, Pink Heart Neon Sign Battery Operated or USB Powered Decorations Lights, LED Wall Décor for Birthday Gift, Wedding, Party, Home Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
XFasten Double Sided Rug Gripper Tape - 2' x 5 Yds, 3-In Core Carpet Tape for Carpet to Carpet, Hardwood Floors, High Traffic Areas, Easy to Use Area Rug Tape • Amazon Business $6.64 1 $6.64

Materials cost

$578.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$40.82

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$658.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$116.20

Total project goal

$774.69

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