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Ms. Crawford from Cahokia, IL is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mighty Scholars!

Help me give my students pencils and math manipulatives in order to help them further their education by practicing vital math skills.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Crawford's classroom raised $711

This project is fully funded

My Project

My deep love for my students, is driven by my calling, especially those who come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Every day, I witness the resilience and determination in their eyes, despite facing challenges that no child should have to endure. My commitment goes beyond textbooks and lessons; it extends to creating a nurturing environment where each student feels valued and believed in. I cherish the moments when I see their faces light up with understanding, knowing that education is their pathway to a better future. Beyond the obvious practical advantage of alleviating financial burdens for families, these supplies play a crucial role in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. When students have access to essential tools such as notebooks and pencils they are better equipped to engage actively in lessons and complete assignments with confidence. The receipt of free supplies also fosters a sense of equality among students, eliminating the stigma that can accompany economic disparities.

Ms. Crawford Penniman 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 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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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HOOBRO Wooden Literature Organizer, 36-Slot Mail Sorters, Removable Classroom Mailbox, Student Mailboxes for Classroom, Paper Storage Organizer, for Home, Office, Classroom, Rustic Brown FG36WF01 • Amazon Business $115.98 1 $115.98
SCRIBBLEDO 10 Pack Place Value Board 9" x 12" Double Sided Dry Erase Boards for Kids for Teaching Place Values from Billions to Decimal Numbers Math Manipulative Lapboard for Teachers School Classroom • Amazon Business $35.99 2 $71.98
Madisi Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Yellow, Pre-sharpened, Bulk Pack, 1000 pencils • Amazon Business $64.98 1 $64.98
Amazon Basics Hand Sanitizer, Original Scent, Contains 62% Ethyl Alcohol, 67.60 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) (Previously Solimo • Amazon Business $11.04 5 $55.20
Lakeshore Hands-On Division Regrouping Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Wipes/Container 3/Pack (30208) • Staples $14.99 2 $29.98
Qeeenar 12 Set Dry Erase Place Value Whiteboard with Markers and Eraser, 9 x 12 Inch Double Sided Dry Erase Board for Teaching Place Values, Math White Board for Kids Student • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Teaching Fractions Using LEGO® Bricks • Amazon Business $13.63 2 $27.26
32 Set of 59 Colorful Educational Posters for Kids - 17x11, Multiplication Chart, Alphabet ABC Poster, Periodic Table, USA, World Map, Classroom Posters, Homeschool Supplies - Laminated & Flat, 17x11 • Amazon Business $25.97 1 $25.97
Hanging File Holder Organizer Rack, 30 Pocket File Folder Black, Wall Mount, Folder Tabs, 5 Metal Hooks, Hang Desk File, Letter, Magazine, Mail, Calendar, Home Decor Storage Cabinet, Office, Shelf • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
180pcs Magnetic Fraction Tiles & Fraction Circles Manipulatives - Montessori Magnetic Fractions for Kids - 3rd 4th 5th Grade Fraction Manipulatives Class Set - Makes Learning Fractions Fun & Easy • Amazon Business $19.89 1 $19.89
Think Tank Scholar 162 Division Flash Cards Set (Award Winning) All Facts 0-12 for Kids in 2ND, 3RD, 4TH, 5TH, 6TH Grade Class or Homeschool - Learn Math Manipulatives, Games & Charts • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Aizweb Multiplication Chart Puzzle,21" x 21" Multiplication Game Table for Kids Ages 7+, Math Game Math Manipulatives Learning Educational Toy - 1st,2nd,3rd,4th,5th and 6th Grade Class or Homeschool • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Torlam Fraction Manipulatives for Elementary School, Fraction Circles & Percentage & Decimal Flip Chart, Kids Math Games Math Manipulatives for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Grade Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Learning Wrap-Ups 10 Days to Multiplication Mastery Student Workbook Grade Level 2-6 • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Carson Dellosa Math Tool Kit, 14 pieces • Quill.com $6.20 1 $6.20

Materials cost

$563.36

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.45

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$603.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.55

Total project goal

$710.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $710.36

3 Donors

-$492.68

Donations toward project cost

-$418.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.90

match offer

-$217.68

Match offer toward project cost

-$185.03

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.65

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