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Ms. Claire from Anchorage, AK is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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My Safe Place Is My Classroom

Help me give my students the basic materials that are essential for learning, such as pencils, notebooks, crayons, and folders.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Claire's classroom raised $975

This project is fully funded

My Project

"My safe place is my classroom". It is a space where my students feel comfortable, focused, and supported. The familiar layout, the presence of teacher and classmates, and the quiet buzz of learning all make my students feel at ease. In the classroom, know what to expect and what is expected of, which gives my learners a sense of control and confidence. It's a place where they can express themselves, ask questions without fear, and grow both academically and personally. Whether reading a book, solving a problem, or working in a group, the classroom gives a sense of belonging. It is more than just four walls and desks—it is a place where learners feel safe to learn, make mistakes, and be themselves.

Ms. Claire North Star Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Anchorage, AK 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

26 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Carson Dellosa 12-Piece Chairback Buddy Pocket Chart Chair Set, 15" W x 19" H Desk Buddy Pocket Organizer With Name Tag, Back of Chair Organizer for Classroom Supplies, Chair Pockets for Classroom • Amazon Business $109.99 3 $329.97
MoShining Name Plates 36 Pack, Large Premium Paper Sticker Name Tags, Classroom Supplies, Alphabet & Number Reference, Early Learning Skills, Multicolored • Amazon Business $9.99 30 $299.70
LACCHOUFEE 320 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.99 2 $51.98
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils 7-11.5mm, Fully Automatic Pencil Sharpener, Auto in & Out, Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for Large Pencils, Sketch Pencils, Green • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Paper Lanterns Decorative, 16 Pcs Colorful Hanging Paper Lanterns for Classroom Baby Shower Wedding Valentine's Day Mermaid Birthday Party Under The Sea Ocean Decorations • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Pajean 58 Pcs Succulent Potted Plant Bulletin Board Decoration Eucalyptus Classroom Decor When We Learn We Grow Positive Cutouts with 120 Pcs Glue Points for Back to School Office Home Nursery Wall • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
30 Pieces Back to School Hanging Swirls Decorations, Colorful Ruler Pencil School Bus Stationery Foil Swirls Ceiling Decor for Celebrating Welcome Back to School Classroom Party Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
EAMAY Classroom Monthly Calendar Pocket Chart with 71 Cards for Kids Learning for Home,Homeschool Supplies and Classroom Must Haves!(Black) • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
36 Pcs Happy Birthday Slap Bracelets for Kids Birthday Bracelets Bulk for classroom Snap Bracelet Party Favors Supplies for Boys&Girls Birthday Wristbands for Classroom supplies Holiday Gifts • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
81PCS Class Jobs Chart Bulletin Board Watercolor Classroom Job Chart Set with Name Tags for Bulletin Boards Class Jobs Pocket Chart Set Teacher's Helper Decor Classroom Decoration for School Classroom • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$775.48

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$11.63

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$828.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$146.25

Total project goal

$974.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$974.99

2 Donors

-$561.38

Donations toward project cost

-$477.18

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.20

match offer

-$413.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$351.56

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$62.04

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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$0.00

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