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Ms. Colleen Alcott from Long Branch, NJ is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Dorm Room Basics #1

Help me give my students dorm items that will help her get settled and started in her post-secondary endeavors.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Colleen Alcott's classroom raised $482

This project is fully funded

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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 Students

We teach our students to dream big and this care package is just one way we can support students in their big dreams! The students who will benefit from this project come from a low socioeconomic status. Due to the current climate, students are experiencing higher levels of stress and frustration as a result of many factors, one being the impact this pandemic has had on the economy. Life after high school is daunting enough without the fear of wondering how they can afford to support their dreams and ambitions. This is one less worry they will have to have!

The students are the first to attend college in their families.

I couldn't be more proud of them! I know they have a lot of fears and trepidation surrounding their commitments; so this care package is just one way to continue to support them in their post-graduation plans. Thank you for any help.

My Project

These materials will benefit a student who has plans to attend college. Graduating high school, while exciting, can be scary. Post-secondary plans come with a large price tag. This care package will, hopefully, offer some relief for this student and her family as she attends Rowan University in the fall.

The student who will be receiving this care package is from a financially disadvantaged family who now, more so than ever (due to the effect the pandemic has had on the economy) could use the help getting started and settled in her post-secondary plans.

With many families unable to work, buying everyday necessities, never mind college supplies, is very daunting. This care package consists of basic dorm room bedding supplies, desk lamp, and mini-fridge. These supplies will help take the burden off this family and help this student get started and settled into her life after high school! Many of our students go to their dorms with nothing. I don't want that to happen to her. Thank you for any help, it is much appreciated.

Ms. Colleen Alcott Long Branch High School Grades 9-12

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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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Midea 3.1 Cu. Ft. Compact Refrigerator, WHD-113FSS1 - Stainless Steel • Amazon Business $199.99 1 $199.99
Urban Habitat Brooklyn Cotton Jacquard Comforter Set Pink Twin/Twin XL • Amazon Business $96.35 1 $96.35
Softlife Fluffy Area Rugs for Bedroom 2.6' x 5.3' Oval Shaggy Floor Carpet Cute Rug for Boys Kids Room Living Room Home Decor, Grey • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
AmazonBasics 6-Piece Fade-Resistant Bath Towel Set - Grey • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
TW Lighting IVY-40WT The IVY LED Desk Lamp with USB Port, 3-Way Touch Switch, White • Amazon Business $19.40 1 $19.40
Haundry Clear Shower Caddy Tote Bag,Large College Dorm Bathroom Mesh Shower Caddy Portable Organizer with Key Hook and 2 Oxford Handles,8 Basket Pockets Storage for Camp Gym • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost

$373.71

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$409.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.23

Total project goal

$481.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$481.55

12 Donors

-$156.87

Donations toward project cost

-$142.64

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.23

match offer

-$313.74

Match offer toward project cost

-$266.68

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.06

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$10.94

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$0.00

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