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Ms. Lewis from Philadelphia, PA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Helping Our Students Stay Organized and Learn Responsibility

Help me give my students binders to help students organize their work, reducing lost papers and frustration. This fosters responsibility as they manage materials, boosting engagement and academic success. Your support provides tools and teaches vital life skills.

  • $2,348 goal

This project expired on October 29, 2025.

This project expired on October 29, 2025.

My Project

Our students are working hard every day, and a key part of their success comes from being organized and learning personal responsibility. Currently, many students struggle to keep their important papers, assignments, and notes in order, leading to lost work and frustration. This often hinders their ability to fully engage with lessons and track their progress effectively.

We are seeking funding to provide each student with their own binder and pencil pouch.

These binders will serve as a central hub for all their academic materials, helping them to neatly categorize handouts, store completed assignments, and easily access notes for studying. Beyond just tidiness, having a personal binder empowers students to take ownership of their learning materials. They'll learn valuable life skills like managing their belongings, prioritizing important documents, and understanding the direct link between organization and academic success. Your generous contribution will not only provide a practical tool but also foster essential habits of responsibility and independence that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.

Ms. Lewis John Barry Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Philadelphia, PA 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

50 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Case-it Mighty Zip Tab School Zipper Binder | 3-Inch O-Rings, 600-Sheet Capacity, 5-Subject Expanding File Folder, Multiple Pockets & Storage Organizer, Shoulder Strap | D-146 Tidal Wave • Amazon Business $27.02 12 $324.24
Case-it Mighty Zip Tab School Zipper Binder | 3-Inch O-Rings, 600-Sheet Capacity, 5-Subject Expanding File Folder, Multiple Pockets & Storage Organizer, Shoulder Strap | D-146 OG Camo • Amazon Business $27.02 12 $324.24
Case-it Mighty Zip Tab School Zipper Binder | 3-Inch O-Rings, 600-Sheet Capacity, 5-Subject Expanding File Folder, Multiple Pockets & Storage Organizer, Shoulder Strap | D-146 Desert Night • Amazon Business $27.02 12 $324.24
Case-it Mighty Zip Tab School Zipper Binder | 3-Inch O-Rings, 600-Sheet Capacity, 5-Subject Expanding File Folder, Multiple Pockets & Storage Organizer, Shoulder Strap | D-146 Unicorn Magic • Amazon Business $27.02 12 $324.24
Case-it Mighty Zip Tab School Zipper Binder | 3-Inch O-Rings, 600-Sheet Capacity, 5-Subject Expanding File Folder, Multiple Pockets & Storage Organizer, Shoulder Strap | D-146 Light Blue Daisy • Amazon Business $26.04 12 $312.48
Case-it Mighty Zip Tab School Zipper Binder | 3-Inch O-Rings, 600-Sheet Capacity, 5-Subject Expanding File Folder, Multiple Pockets & Storage Organizer, Shoulder Strap | D-146 Fun Flowers • Amazon Business $23.93 12 $287.16
Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, Bulk 36 Pack 3-Holes Zipper Pencil Pouches in Assorted Colors, Sturdy and Durable Cloth Pencil Holder with Clear Window for Office School College Supplies (36) • Amazon Business $39.97 1 $39.97

Materials cost

$1,936.57

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$29.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,995.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$352.17

Total project goal

$2,347.79

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