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Mr. Butler from Augusta, GA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Future Builders Initiative

Help me give my students a rug to be comfortable on while reading at our classroom library. I am seeking supplies for my classroom to enhance learning opportunities, ultimately empowering each child to reach their full potential.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Butler's classroom raised $1,237

This project is fully funded

My Project

As educators, we cherish our students for their curiosity, creativity, and resilience. Each student brings a unique perspective and energy to the classroom, making it a vibrant learning environment. Their eagerness to learn and grow inspires us to provide the best resources possible.

Rugs create a cozy and inviting space for students to gather, whether for Storytime, group discussions, or collaborative learning.

This comfort encourages participation and engagement while helping to define specific areas for different activities, making it easier for students to transition between tasks and focus on their learning. Pencils are fundamental tools that allow students to express their thoughts, solve problems, and create. Writing with a pencil helps develop fine motor skills and encourages creativity, while their ease of use and ability to be erased allows students to learn from their mistakes without the fear of permanent errors.

Books serve as a gateway to imagination, opening up worlds of knowledge and fostering a love for reading. They help develop critical thinking and comprehension skills, while a diverse selection exposes students to different cultures, ideas, and experiences, promoting empathy and understanding in a diverse classroom. Learning games make education fun and interactive, reinforcing concepts through play. This hands-on approach not only solidifies knowledge but also encourages teamwork. Additionally, games can motivate students to engage with the material, providing a break from traditional learning methods while still promoting educational goals.

By utilizing these resources, we create a supportive and enriching learning environment that nurtures student growth and fosters a lifelong love for learning.

Mr. Butler Wheeless Road 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.

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.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Spaced Out Rug - Rectangle - 4 ' W x 6' L • Teachers' School Supply $101.96 1 $101.96
Talltalk 12 Pcs Chair Pockets Bulk 15" W x 19" H Chair Back Pocket Chart Seat Back Organizer with Name Tags for Classroom Supplies(Assorted Colors) • Amazon Business $48.99 2 $97.98
Lakeshore Touch & Read Phonics Word Match - Complete Set for Beginning Readers and Science of Reading • Lakeshore Learning Materials $89.50 1 $89.50
Expo Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip, Assorted, 36/Pack (2138424) • Quill.com $36.99 2 $73.98
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Non Candy Halloween Handout Toys & Party Favors, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $26.84 2 $53.68
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $48.43 1 $48.43
Coogam Magnetic Ten-Frame Set, Math Manipulative EVA Number Counting Games, Montessori Educational Toy Gift for Kindergarten Classroom Kids 3 4 5 Year Old • Amazon Business $21.98 2 $43.96
Maped Essentials Yellow Triangular Graphite #2 Pencils, Pack of 144 - Grades 1-12 - Adult - Comfortable • School Specialty $41.99 1 $41.99
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 500 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $40.99 1 $40.99
Yunsailing Kids Earmuffs Noise Canceling Reduction 26dB Adjustable Ear Protection Headphones • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches,200 Pack Laminating Sheets,3 Mil,8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Aizweb CVC Word Builder,Phonics Games Flash Cards for Preschool Kindergarten Classroom,Montessori Special Education Reading Manipulative Spelling Toy for Learning Activity Teacher School Supplies • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $23.48 1 $23.48
Solobo Toys: LOWERCASE Alphabet Puzzle (lightweight, wooden puzzle for preschool kindergarten elementary; tactile abc learning tools, trace letters) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $22.00 1 $22.00
Educational Insights Phonics Dominoes Blends & Digraphs - Reading Learning Activities for Kids Ages 6+, Classroom and Teacher Must Haves • Amazon Business $21.88 1 $21.88
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Geomakers STEM Toy, Assorted Colors, 58 Pieces (LER9293) • Quill.com $20.90 1 $20.90
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $20.36 1 $20.36
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Geomakers STEM Toy Assorted Colors 58 Pieces (LER9293) • Staples $17.45 1 $17.45
Coodoo Upgraded Magnetic Blocks Tough Tiles STEM Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls Learning by Playing Games for Toddlers Kids, Compatible with Major Brands Building Blocks - Starter Set • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
15 PCS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Rubber Bands for Kids, Fidget Bands for School Classroom Chairs and Desk, Ideal for ADHD, Autism, Hyperactivity • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Coogam Wooden Short Vowel Reading Letters Sorting Spelling Games, Site CVC Words Learning Flashcards Alphabet Puzzle Montessori Educational Toy Gift for Kids 3 4 5 Years Old • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Aizweb CVC Word Games,Phonics Games Flash Card for Preschool Kindergarten Classroom,Learn to Read,Reading Manipulative Spelling Educational Toy Learning Activity Speech Therapy Teacher School Supplies • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Aizweb CVCC & CCVC Word Builder,Phonics Games Flash Card for Preschool Kindergarten Classroom,Special Education Reading Manipulative Spelling Toy for Learning Activity Teacher School Supplies • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Kindness is my Superpower: A children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion (My Superpower Books) • Amazon Business $11.68 1 $11.68
CVC Word Stories CVC Books for Beginning Readers: CVC Short Vowel Sounds Decodable Stories for Preschool and Kindergarten (Decodable Books Kindergarten) • Amazon Business $11.08 1 $11.08
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (A-48PCS-Space) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Erasers, Pencil Top Erasers Cap Erasers Eraser Tops Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser School Studying Supplies for Teachers Eraser Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $5.34 1 $5.34

Materials cost

$923.52

Vendor shipping charges

$19.90

Sales tax

$63.72

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,050.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$185.47

Total project goal

$1,236.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,236.46

8 Donors

-$714.48

Donations toward project cost

-$607.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$107.17

Matching donations from our partners

-$521.98

Match offers toward project cost

-$443.68

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$78.30

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$0.00

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