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Mrs. Rusnak from Youngstown, OH is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Essential Supplies for Student Success

Help me give my students the basic supplies they need to succeed in their everyday classroom activities.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Rusnak's classroom raised $172

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My Project

As a teacher, I am dedicated to providing students with the best learning environment. However, many of our students come to school without the basic supplies they need to succeed in their everyday classroom activities. We are requesting funding for some essential classroom supplies to ensure all students are prepared and ready to learn.

These supplies are critical to our classroom's day-to-day functioning and help students stay engaged and organized.

When students access these basic materials, they can better participate in activities, complete assignments, and stay focused on their learning.

Basic school supplies may seem small, but they make a difference in a student's success. When students have pencils to write with, highlighters to find their evidence, and red folders to keep them organized so they can focus on learning instead of worrying about missing materials. This project will create a more organized, efficient, and hygienic classroom where all students can thrive.

Project tagged as

Youngstown, OH
Grades PreK-2
Warmth, Care & Hunger
Charter School
Classroom Basics
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mrs. Rusnak Horizon Science Academy - Youngstown Grades PreK-2

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 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

50 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Dog Man - Dog Man 1-3: The Epic Collection - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $28.45 1 $28.45

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 $24.79 1 $24.79

80 packs of highlighters, yellow highlighter, wide chisel tip marking, quick drying, bulk fluorescent pen marking, non-toxic and tasteless, suitable for schools offices and home. • Amazon Business $16.90 1 $16.90

Staples Smooth 2-Pocket Paper Folder Red 25/Box (27532-CC) • Staples $7.59 2 $15.18

Jolly Rancher Hard Candy Assortment - Bulk! Guaranteed 3 lbs! - Tasty Treats Wholesale from the Manufacturer – Great for Snacking, Treats, Baking, Candy Bowls, Vending, Holidays, Favors and Gifts • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95

Starburst Fruit Chews Candy Bulk Pack - 2 Pounds - Original Flavors - In Mighty Merchandise Packaging • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost			$114.26
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$1.71
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$145.97
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$25.76
Total project goal			$171.73
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$171.73
1 Donor			-$85.86
Donations toward project cost			-$72.98
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$12.88
match offer			-$85.87
Match offer toward project cost			-$72.99
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$12.88
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Essential Supplies for Student Success

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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