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Ms. Richard from Baton Rouge, LA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Diverse Reads, Boundless Dreams: Help Us Build Our Library

Help me give my students a classroom that includes a diverse classroom library featuring engaging books and a cozy nook where children explore, learn, and love reading. We need flexible seating to complete this inviting space.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Richard's classroom raised $543

This project is fully funded

My Project

We understand that stronger reading skills contribute to improved performance on standardized tests. In our diverse community, students often do not see themselves represented in texts, yet research confirms that authentic representation can boost their success. Your generous support will help us develop a vibrant classroom library filled with engaging and diverse books. This new space will include a cozy, flexible area with a rug that invites both thoughtful exploration and dynamic learning experiences.

By investing in this project, you nurture a love of reading, empower academic growth, and truly establish a strong foundation for lifelong achievement.

Ms. Richard South Baton Rouge Charter Academy Grades 6-8

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.

Baton Rouge, LA View local requests

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

HBCU Alum 120 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Big Joe Milano Plush Desert Rose Beanbag Chair • Amazon Business $59.99 2 $119.98
STARUIA Kids Rug 5'x7', Boho Washable Rainbow Nursery Rug, Non-Slip Soft Carpet for Playroom, Classroom, Office, Dining Room • Amazon Business $70.64 1 $70.64
Maped Triangular No. 2 Pencils - Box of 144 • Blick Art Materials $34.60 1 $34.60
Something to Say (hardcover, ages 8-12) x Black Books Matter from MahoganyBooks • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $17.00 2 $34.00
Dork Diaries - Dork Diaries Boxed Set (Books 1-3) - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $32.84 1 $32.84
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $11.00 2 $22.00
Long Way Down: The Graphic Novel (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $19.00 1 $19.00
Magic Ramen - Reinforced Book • AKJ Education $13.86 1 $13.86
Abuela, Don't Forget Me (YA paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $13.00 1 $13.00
Four Eyes: A Graphic Novel (paperback graphic novel) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
Frindle - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.83 1 $5.83
Freckle Juice - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $4.37 1 $4.37

Materials cost

$382.12

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$33.44

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$461.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$81.40

Total project goal

$542.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$542.64

5 Donors

-$430.87

Donations toward project cost

-$376.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$54.63

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$11.77

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$0.00

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