Help me give my students two secure, lockable file cabinets to organize materials for projects on racial justice and climate action, creating a safe, structured space for meaningful, real-world learning.
$1,066 goal
This project expired on September 13, 2025.
This project expired on September 13, 2025.
My Project
My students are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference in the world. Many are deeply engaged in projects surrounding racial justice and environmental sustainability, striving to understand and address the pressing issues of our time. Their enthusiasm for these topics fuels their drive to learn and take action, but they also face significant challenges in organizing their work and maintaining access to the resources they need. That’s where these file cabinets come in.
The lockable file cabinets will provide a secure and organized space to store essential materials related to their work on racial justice and climate change.
From student research on systemic inequality to lesson plans and sustainability projects, these cabinets will ensure that everything is easily accessible and protected. The added security will also help us keep sensitive documents and projects safe, allowing my students to focus on learning without worrying about the integrity of their work.
By providing an organized and secure space for students to store their materials, we can remove barriers to success and create a more efficient, productive learning environment. These cabinets will help my students stay focused on the important work they are doing to advance both social justice and environmental awareness, empowering them to take action and contribute to meaningful change in their communities and beyond.
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
HBCU Alum150 students impacted
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