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Mrs. D. from Chicago, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Its Getting Hot in Here! Lets Get Our Personal Fans!

Help me give my students some relief from the heat and stuffy rooms.

  • $465 goal

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

This project expired on September 6, 2025.

My Project

This project aims to enhance student comfort and productivity in the classroom by providing portable fans for individual use. By reducing heat-related discomfort, students can focus better on their studies, leading to improved academic performance.

Excessive heat in the classroom can negatively impact student concentration and overall well-being.

This project addresses the issue by providing a practical solution - portable fans - to alleviate heat-related discomfort and create a more conducive learning environment.

The overall goal is to purchase and distribute portable fans to the middle school students, ensuring that every student has access to a personal cooling device.

This project is expected to have a significant impact on student learning outcomes. By improving comfort and reducing distractions caused by heat, students will be better equipped to engage with the material and achieve their academic goals.

Mrs. D. Dunne Technical Academy Grades 6-8

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.

Chicago, IL View local requests

More than three‑quarters of 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

90 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Aeergured 6 Pack Handheld Mini USB Fan, Portable Pocket Fan with Holder Small Desk Fan, USB Rechargeable Personal Fan, 3 Speed Battery Operated Eyelash Fan for Women Men Kids Outdoor Office • Amazon Business $23.99 15 $359.85

Materials cost

$359.85

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$395.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.75

Total project goal

$465.00

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