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Mrs. Shafer from Muncie IN is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kindergarten Classroom Kick Start!

Help me give my students all the supplies and comfort they need to grow and learn in Kindergarten.

  • 3 donors
  • $285 still needed

expires Aug 24

  • 3 donors
  • $285 still needed
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My Project

As a dedicated kindergarten teacher, I am reaching out to our generous community seeking support for our classroom. Our goal is to provide a nurturing and enriching environment where young minds can flourish. However, we are in need of essential supplies, sensory items, and learning tools to enhance the educational experience for our students.

Kindergarten is a critical time in a child's development, where they begin to explore and make sense of the world around them.

By fostering a stimulating and supportive classroom environment, we can lay a strong foundation for their future academic success. Your contribution can make a significant difference in the lives of these young learners.

Mrs. Shafer
Grades PreK-2

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LiqInkol Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 144 Pack Black Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Point Low Odor Dry Erase Markers for School Office Home • Amazon Business $27.99 2 $55.98
C-Line Classroom Connector School-to-Home Heavy Duty File Folder, Letter Size, Blue, 25/Box (CLI32005) • Quill.com $50.39 1 $50.39
Naviocean Sensory Tent Calm Down Corner Supplies for Autistic Children, Black Out Calming Play Tent Pop Up Tent Sensory Room Indoor Tent for SEN, Autism, ASD, ADHD with Travel Bag • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Lakeshore Tactile Number Lines - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Learning Resources Alphabet Soup Sorters - 208 Pieces, Ages 3+, Early Phonics Manipulatives, ABCs, Alphabet Awareness & Recognition, Alphabet Soup Games • Amazon Business $37.49 1 $37.49
Dixon White Card Stock - 100 Sheets • Kaplan Early Learning Company $9.86 2 $19.72
Crayola Take Note! Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Elmer's School WashableRemovable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556) • Staples $10.26 1 $10.26
Westcott Right- & Left-Handed Scissors For Kids, 5’’ Pointed Safety Scissors, Assorted, 12 Pack (13141) • Amazon Business $9.68 1 $9.68
Staples Construction Paper 9 W x 12 L Assorted 200/Pack (23104) • Staples $6.21 1 $6.21

Materials cost

$294.97

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$331.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.48

Total project goal

$389.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $389.87

2 Donors

-$70.00

Donations toward project cost

-$59.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$10.50

match offer

-$35.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$29.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.25

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 $284.87

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