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Ms. O’Brien from Springfield, OH is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fresh Start to First Grade

Help me give my students a fresh start to the school year with these classroom essentials!

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Ms. O’Brien Fulton Elementary School
Springfield, OH Grades PreK-2

My Project

As we prepare to welcome a new group of first graders, our classroom needs essential supplies to help every student start the school year ready to learn. This project will provide paper, crayons, tissues, healthy snacks, recess toys, and treasure box rewards that support learning, creativity, and positive behavior. These everyday items help create a safe, engaging, and encouraging classroom where students can focus on growing academically, socially, and emotionally. Your generosity will help ensure every child has the tools they need for a successful and exciting start to first grade.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

25 students impacted
Ms. O’Brien Fulton Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP Printer Paper | 8.5 x 11 Paper | Copy &Print 20 lb | 10 Ream Case - 5,000 Sheets | 92 Bright | FSC Certified | 200060C • Amazon Business $66.59 1 $66.59
Crayola Crayons - Classpack, Pkg of 800, 16 Colors • Blick Art Materials $47.12 1 $47.12
Pringles Snack Stack Variety Pack Crisps, 27 Cups /Carton (3800018263) • Quill.com $23.28 2 $46.56
Meland Marble Run - 132Pcs Marble Maze Game Building Toy for Kid, Marble Track Race Set & STEM Learning Toys for Boy Girl Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 9+ (102 Translucent Marbulous Pcs & 30 Glass Marbles) • Amazon Business $38.69 1 $38.69
Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Original (40 Packs) • Amazon Business $16.13 2 $32.26
Storage Tote 20 gal 24 in x 18 in x 15 1/4 in Clear Body Clear Lid 10 to 20 gal • Grainger $29.71 1 $29.71
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pens Medium Point 0.7mm Assorted Ink 24/Pack (1978998) • Staples $29.19 1 $29.19
Nutri-Grain Breakfast Bars, Made with 10g Whole Grains, Kids Snacks, 3-Flavor Variety Pack (4 Boxes, 32 Bars) • Amazon Business $8.87 3 $26.61
330 pcs Building Blocks, Educational Building Toys Stem Toys Building Discs Sets Interlocking Solid Plastic for Preschool Toddlers Girls and Boys by Winlip • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Paper Mate InkJoy Retractable Gel Pens Medium Point 0.7mm Assorted Ink 14/Pack (1951636) • Staples $25.59 1 $25.59
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Assorted Brights 500 Sheets/Ream (WAU99608) • Staples $23.49 1 $23.49
Slim Jim Smoked Meat Sticks, Original Flavor, 6g Protein Per Serving, Snack Size, 0.28 oz. (26 Count) • Amazon Business $7.42 3 $22.26
4E's Novelty 24 Pack Fast Food Squishy Toys for Kids Bulk Slow Rising Individually Wrapped Small 1.5-2.25" Squishies, Easter Egg Filler Stuffers Gift Birthday Party Favor • Amazon Business $21.79 1 $21.79
24 Pack Slow Rising Stress Cube , Dough Stress Balls Soft Fidget Squishy Toys for Anxiety Relief, Pull Stretch Classroom Prize Party Favors Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 2 $19.72
GSE Games & Sports Expert 5"/7"/8.5"/10" Inflatable Playground Ball, Kickball, Bouncy Dodge Ball, Handball for Kid/Adult, Perfect for Recess Ball Games, Gym, Yoga Exercises, Schools Sports Activities • Amazon Business $8.98 2 $17.96
GSE Games & Sports Expert 5"/7"/8.5"/10" Inflatable Playground Ball, Kickball, Bouncy Dodge Ball, Handball for Kid/Adult, Perfect for Recess Ball Games, Gym, Yoga Exercises, Schools Sports Activities • Amazon Business $8.98 2 $17.96
Crayola Take Note! Chisel-Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count - Low Odor, Bold Colors, Ink Level Indicator - Classroom Art Supplies for Teachers, Students & Kids Ages 3+ • Kaplan Early Learning Company $17.05 1 $17.05
LYSOL Disinfecting Wipes, All Purpose Cleaner, Multi-Surface Antibacterial Cleaning Wipes, Household Cleaning Supplies, Dorm Essentials, Lemon + Mango & Hibiscus + Crisp Linen Scent, 80 ct. (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit & Summer Fruits Snack Box, Gluten Free, 0.8oz Snack Packs (Pack of 60) • Amazon Business $14.34 1 $14.34
Goldfish Crackers Big Smiles Variety Pack with Cheddar, Colors, and Pretzels, Snack Packs, 30 Ct • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86
LOCONHA Dry Erase Markers, 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard & Chalkboard Cleaners, Small Magnetic Erasers • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59
HARIBO Goldbears, Gummi Candy, 22.8 oz Tub (54 Packs) Assorted Flavors • Amazon Business $12.42 1 $12.42
Rice Krispies Treats Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Kids Snacks, Cereal Bars, Original, 31.2oz Box (40 Bars) • Amazon Business $10.29 1 $10.29
Wrigley's Skittles Fun Size Original, Wild Berry, and Sour Chewy Individually Wrapped Stocking Stuffers Christmas Candy Variety Pack, 26.46 Oz Bulk Bag • Amazon Business $9.96 1 $9.96
Starburst Chewy Candy, Sharing Size, Individually Wrapped Fruit Chews Candy, 15.6 Oz Resealable Bag • Amazon Business $4.58 2 $9.16
Avery Laser/Inkjet Multipurpose Labels, 3 1/3" x 4", Clear, 6 Labels/Sheet, 5 Sheets/Pack (94215) • Quill.com $9.09 1 $9.09
Avery Address Labels for Laser & Inkjet Printers, 300 Labels Per Pack, 3 Packs, 900 Total (18160) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Mott's Assorted Fruit Snacks Family Pack, Gluten Free Gummies, Made with Fruit & Veggie Juice, Good Source of Vitamin C, Gelatin Free, 40 Count Individual Pouches, 32 oz • Amazon Business $6.97 1 $6.97

Materials cost

$650.17

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$699.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$123.51

Total project goal

$823.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $823.38

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 $823.38

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