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Ms. Sanchez from San Francisco, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Young Minds with Essential Classroom Supplies

Help me give my students dry erase markers, manipulatives and activities, and fidget toys.

  • $689 goal

This project expired on July 18, 2025.

This project expired on July 18, 2025.

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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 Project

As a dedicated teacher, my goal is to create an engaging and enriching learning environment for my students. However, many of my students come from underprivileged backgrounds and lack access to the basic materials necessary for success. To foster their learning and growth, I am seeking funding for essential classroom supplies, including dry-erase markers, reading materials, pencils, math manipulatives, magnetic charts, and fidget toys. These resources will help my students stay engaged, organized, and excited about learning every day!

My students are a diverse group of curious, energetic, and eager learners.

They thrive in a structured environment where they can interact with hands-on materials that bring lessons to life. With your support, I can give my students the resources they need to succeed academically and build confidence in their abilities.

Having the right supplies can make a significant difference in a student’s learning experience. Dry-erase markers and magnetic charts will allow students to participate actively in lessons. Reading materials will help foster a love of literature and improve literacy skills. Pencils are a daily necessity for writing and note-taking. Math manipulatives will enable hands-on learning, making abstract concepts easier to understand. Finally, fidget toys will provide sensory support for students who need help maintaining focus during lessons.

Your generous contributions will directly impact my students by ensuring they have the materials they need to learn effectively. These resources will help me create a classroom environment where all students feel supported, engaged, and eager to learn. Your donation, no matter the size, will make a lasting difference in their education and future.

Ms. Sanchez Cesar Chavez Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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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

22 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $33.79 2 $67.58
EXPO Dry Erase Markers (Black) - 36 Count with FINE Tip • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $45.00 1 $45.00
EXPO Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers, Low-Odor Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices, and Homes • Amazon Business $21.31 2 $42.62
Lakeshore Place Value Write & Wipe Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Word Mapping Write & Wipe Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Classroom Supplies Organization Chart • Lakeshore Learning Materials $32.99 1 $32.99
Lakeshore Magnetic Write & Wipe Organization Charts • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Giant Magnetic Draw & Write Page • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Giant Magnetic Number of the Day Chart • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Really Good Stuff Regrouping Mats and Manipulatives Kit (Set of 4) – Interactive Mats and Manipulatives Help Students Solve Problems at School or Home – Write On/Wipe Off Mat for Repeated Use • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
STENDA Invisible Spy Ink Pen 5 PCS, With UV Pen Light, Party Favors for Kids 8-12, Stocking Stuffers for Christmas, provide Thanksgiving, Halloween for Boys Girls Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $5.69 3 $17.07
ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented，Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
UpBrands 48 Upgraded Pop-It Zipper Bracelets For Kids, ADHD Fidget Toys, Fidgets For Kids, Anxiety Relief Fidget Toys, Kit For Halloween Trinkets, Goody Bags & Easter Eggs Hunt Fillers • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
ARBOMG 16X24 Children's emotional charts Mental health posters help students understand emotions posters - Calm Down Corner Classroom Decorations For Preschool Teachers 16x24 inch UnFramed • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Entcook 24PCS Mini White Board Eraser Bulk for Student Teacher Classroom Supplies Magnetic Dry Erase Board Eraser for Kids,Home and Office 8 Colors • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
BUSHIBU Cute Pencils for Kids, Fun Pencil with Erasers Toppers, Woodcased #2 Pencils for School Classroom(12 Pack) • Amazon Business $6.29 1 $6.29
Sukh Cap Erasers for Pencils Pulk - Pencil Top Erasers Cap Erasers Toppers for Latex Free Assorted Colors School Supplies for Teachers Sudents Classroom Home and Office (Pack of 100) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$492.41

Vendor shipping charges

 $10.15

Sales tax

 $45.06

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$585.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.24

Total project goal

$688.25

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