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Ms. Thomas-Johnson from Oakland, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Support 2nd Grade Class!

Help me give my students essential supplies and materials for our classrooms, kids' rooms, and play spaces. Your contribution will go directly toward enriching students' learning experiences and emotional development tools, and making our environment comfortable for children.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Thomas-Johnson's classroom raised $998

This project is fully funded

My Project

We’re reaching out to our amazing community to ask for your help in creating a positive, welcoming, and engaging environment for our kiddos. With your donation, we can provide the supplies and materials they need to thrive in the classroom, at home, and in play! Every donation—big or small—helps create a positive, organized, and fun learning space for kids. Whether you’re able to donate snacks, games, glue, pencil cases or more, your kindness makes a huge difference.

We’re so grateful for any support you can give, and we truly appreciate you being part of this journey with us!

Ms. Thomas-Johnson Martin L King Junior 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.

Oakland, CA 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

29 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
More Than Peach: Multicultural and Rainbow COLORED PENCILS Bundle (skin color art supplies, inclusive art therapy) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $8.00 5 $40.00
Sooez Plastic Pencil Case Box 6 Pack, Large Craft Storage Boxes Bulk, Plastic Containers with Snap-tight Lids, Hobby Art School Supply 0rganizer, Marker Bead Pen Bins Organizer,Stackable, Multicolor • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Yunsailing 30 Pack Class Set Headphones for Kids Students Bulk Classroom Headsets Adjustable School Earphones On Ear with 3.5mm Jack for Youth Adults, Teacher Must Have Supplies(Bright Colors) • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Fresh Scent, 700 Count • Amazon Business $37.28 1 $37.28
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler • Amazon Business $36.98 1 $36.98
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $33.79 1 $33.79
Sooez Plastic Pencil Case Box 6 Pack, Colored Large Craft Storage Bulk, Plastic Containers with Snap-tight Lids, Hobby Art School Supply 0rganizer, Marker Bead Pen Bins Organizer,Stackable, Clear • Amazon Business $15.95 2 $31.90
More Than Peach: Multicultural + Rainbow CRAYONS Set (12 skin tone art supplies & 24 color; inclusive art therapy) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $6.00 5 $30.00
Aubliss Unicorn Stuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Chair for Kids, Velvet Extra Soft Beanbag Chairs Cover, X-Large Stuffable Zipper Bean Bag for Organizing Plush Toys Girls Bedroom Decor, Cyan Floral • Amazon Business $27.98 1 $27.98
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $26.38 1 $26.38
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 $25.49 1 $25.49
Aubliss Stuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Chair Cover for Kids, Dinosaur Zipper Beanbag Chair Cover for Organizing Toddler and Kids' Rooms Plush Toys • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults , Teens and Kids , Therapy Toys , Anxiety Relief , Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Staples Smooth 2-Pocket Paper Folder Yellow 25/Box (27538-CC) • Staples $11.21 2 $22.42
Pringles Snack Stack Variety Pack Crisps 27 Tubs /Carton (3800018263) • Staples $22.41 1 $22.41
EXPO Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers, Low-Odor Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices, and Homes • Amazon Business $21.31 1 $21.31
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.49 8 $19.92
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
Home Techpro Rug Pads Grippers, 8 PCS Non Slip Washable Grippers, “Vacuum TECH” - New Materials to Anti Curling Rug Pad : Keep Your Rug in Place & Make Corner Flat and Easily Peel Off • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Sooez Plastic Pencil Case Box 6 Pack, Large Craft Storage Boxes Bulk, Plastic Containers with Snap-tight Lids, Hobby Art School Supply 0rganizer, Marker Bead Pen Bins Organizer,Stackable, Clear • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? People & Pets Board Game Edition | The Original Guessing Game | Easter Gifts for Girls & Boys | Ages 6+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.39 1 $16.39
Learning Resources Big Feelings Pineapple Deluxe Social-Emotional Learning Toy Set, Yellow (LER6375) • Quill.com $15.67 1 $15.67
Staples Wide Ruled Filler Paper 8 x 10.5 White 120 Sheets/Pack (ST37426D) • Staples $1.47 10 $14.70
Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom Of Sweet Adventures Board Game For Kids, Easter Gifts for Boys & Girls, 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Rainbow Fluffy Area Rug Pink Tie Dye Rug, 3x5 Super Soft Shaggy Rug for Living Room, Fuzzy Plush Carpet for Girls Bedroom Playroom Nursery Classroom Dorm Room, Cute Non Slip Cozy Rug • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Lakeshore Making Good Choices Match-Ups • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99
Regal Games Mancala Board Game - Fun Classic Table Game with Wooden Board for Adults & Kids - 48 Glass Mancala Beads & 2 Player Games - Ideal for Family Game Night, Travel (Ages 8+) • Amazon Business $12.73 1 $12.73
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks Gummies 0.8 oz. 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $11.99 1 $11.99
Fruit Roll-Ups Fruit Flavored Snacks, Variety Value Pack, 0.5 oz, 20 ct • Amazon Business $5.68 2 $11.36
OWLKELA 30 Pack Whiteboard Eraser for Kids and Adults, Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser for Cleaning Dry Erase Markers on Magnetic Soft Whiteboard, Glass Whiteboard and Dry Erase Board • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Paper Mate Pink Pearl Erasers Pink 24/Box (70520) • Staples $9.73 1 $9.73
Nabisco Fun Shapes Variety Pack, Barnum's Animal Crackers, Teddy Grahams and CHIPS AHOY! Cookies, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $8.37 1 $8.37

Materials cost

$736.67

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.49

Sales tax

 $67.41

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$847.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.58

Total project goal

$997.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $997.20

4 Donors

-$908.67

Donations toward project cost

-$792.37

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$116.30

Matching donations from our partners

-$65.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$55.25

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$23.53

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