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Ms. Kestner from Marion, VA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essential supplies, exceptional learning!

Help me give my students basic supplies that will definitely be used and a space to organize materials for easy access.

  • $496 goal

This project expired on September 28, 2025.

This project expired on September 28, 2025.

My Project

Every child deserves the chance to learn in a classroom that is fully equipped to support their success. Unfortunately, some students come to school without any supplies or they run out and aren’t able to have them replenished. These essential tools might seem small, but they make a big difference in helping my students stay focused, organized, and confident in their learning.

With your support, I’ll be able to provide each student with the supplies they need to participate fully in daily activities without worry.

Having access to basic materials will allow us to spend more time learning and less time stressing about what we don’t have. Your generosity will not only put tools in their hands—it will show them that they’re valued, supported, and capable of great things.

Ms. Kestner Oak Point Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Marion, VA 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 20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Non-Branded Mobile Organizer, 12 Drawers, 25 x 26 x 15-1/4 Inches, Multiple Colors - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $168.82 1 $168.82
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $52.93 1 $52.93
Epic Creations Dry Erase Paddles - 24 Pack 8.11 x 6.14 Inches - Double Sided Handheld Whiteboard - Dry Erase Signs - Hand Held White Board - Auction Paddles - White Board Paddles,Hand Dry Erase Board • Amazon Business $38.70 1 $38.70
LACCHOUFEE 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Berlune 24 Pcs Classroom Chair Bands Fidget Chairs and Desks Bands ADHD Autism Tools Bounce Flexible Seating for Classroom(Earth Tones,1 mm) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70
White Board Cleaning Spray, Whiteboard/Dry Erase Board Liquid Cleaner, 22 Ounce, with White Board Cleaner Microfiber Cloth • Amazon Business $16.78 1 $16.78
KEEPJOY Classroom Pocket Charts for Cell Phone Calculator Holders, Pocket Organizer for Cell Phone Jail with 30 Clear Pockets Chart Size 33.5 x 24.5 Inch Classroom Pocket Storage (Beige-30pockets) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Fill a Bucket Hardcover Book • Lakeshore Learning Materials $10.95 1 $10.95

Materials cost

$367.84

Vendor shipping charges

$17.43

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$420.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.26

Total project goal

$495.05

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