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Ms. West from Chicago IL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New Mental Health Lounge 2024

Help me give my students all the materials needed to create a mental health lounge.

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At our school, we believe in providing our scholars with the resources and environment they need to thrive. As we strive to cultivate a culture of support and appreciation for our hardworking, brilliant students, we recognize the importance of a welcoming and functional mental health lounge. That's why we're excited to launch our campaign to create a new and improved mental health lounge, and we need your help to make it a reality.

This will be a space like no other for our building.

It's a space where our scholars go to recharge, collaborate, and find solace amidst their busy schedules. However, the lounge falls short of providing the comfort and amenities our students deserve. With your support, we aim to transform this space into a haven where the school community can relax, connect, and rejuvenate.

A well-equipped mental health lounge can serve as a hub for collaboration. Scholars can use the space to meet, share ideas, and collaborate on instructional strategies, ultimately enhancing the quality of instruction and promoting continuous learning among the entire school community.

A welcoming mental health lounge can boost morale and foster a sense of community among educators and our scholars. When students have a space where they feel appreciated and respected, they are more likely to feel motivated and engaged in their work, leading to a positive school culture overall.

Ms. West
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AWQM Bar Height Table and Chairs Bar Table with 4 Stools Industrial Counter Height Dining Sets for Kitchen, Table of 43.4 x 23.6 x 35.7 Inches, Stool of 11.8 x 11.8 x 23.8 Inches, Industrial Brown • Amazon Business $166.55 2 $333.10
Baxton Studio BBT8013-Black Chair armchairs,Wood, Black • Amazon Business $165.00 2 $330.00
Keurig K-Express Coffee Maker, Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Brewer, Black • Amazon Business $69.99 2 $139.98
FRIGIDAIRE EFIC128AMZBLK Compact Countertop Ice Maker, 26 lb per Day, Black • Amazon Business $84.99 1 $84.99
Dixie to Go Disposable Hot Beverage Paper Coffee Cups with Lids, 12 Oz, 156 Count, Assorted Designs • Amazon Business $29.43 2 $58.86
Nestle Coffee Mate Creamer Singles Variety Pack, Original, French Vanilla, Hazelnut, Non Dairy, No Refrigeration, 150 Count (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $26.64 2 $53.28
BLACK+DECKER 4-Slice Toaster Oven, TO1313SBD, Even Toast, 4 Cooking Functions Bake, Broil, Toast and Keep Warm, Removable Crumb Tray, Timer • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Twinings Tea Sampler Set 12 Flavors Assortment 48 Assorted Tea Bags with 20 Honey Sticks for Tea, Straws and Naturally Caffeine Free Herbal Tea Set… • Amazon Business $24.90 2 $49.80
Mind Reader 14 Compartment Condiment organizer, Black • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
HOOBRO Round Side Table, Sofa Couch Table with Storage Shelf, 2-Tier Industrial End Table, Stable Metal Frame, Wooden Look Accent Table for Small Spaces, Living Room, Bedroom, Rustic Brown BF58BZ01G1 • Amazon Business $45.98 1 $45.98
Dixie Ultra, Large Paper Plates, 10 Inch, 172 Count, 3X Stronger*, Heavy Duty, Microwave-Safe, Soak-Proof, Cut Resistant, Great For Heavy, Messy Meals • Amazon Business $21.30 2 $42.60
Cutlery Set Plastic Utensils Clear Forks Spoons Knives Disposable Silverware Heavyweight [300 Combo Box] • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Power Strip Tower with 16 Outlets and 5 USB Ports (2 USB-C), TenTrend 1875W 1500J Surge Protector with 6 FT Extention Cord, Multi Outlet Tower for Home Office Desk, Dorm Room Essentials Black • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
The Original Donut Shop Regular Keurig Single-Serve K-Cup Pods, Medium Roast Coffee, 72 Count (6 Packs of 12) • Amazon Business $30.85 1 $30.85
Land O'Lakes Mini-Moo's Half and Half Liquid Creamer, 0.28 oz., 192/Carton (ORG100718) • Quill.com $29.99 1 $29.99
Febreze Air Freshener Plug In, Wall Diffuser, Plug in Air Fresheners for home, Unstopables Fresh Scent, Odor Fighter for Strong Odors, 1 Warmer + 2 Oil Refills • Amazon Business $13.62 2 $27.24
Domino Sugar Packets, 500Count, Restaurant Quality • Amazon Business $12.43 2 $24.86
Febreze Air Mist Odor-Fighting Air Freshener Mixed Scent, Refresh & Energize, Soothe & Restore, Romance & Desire, 8.8 oz. Aerosol Can, Pack of 3 • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
ECOLipak 150 Pack 12 oz Paper Bowls, Disposable Compostable Bowls Heavy-Duty, Biodegradable Soup Bowls Made of Natural Bagasse, Eco-Friendly Sugarcane Bowls for Salad, Dessert, Milk, Cereals • Amazon Business $19.89 1 $19.89
sweguard USB C Cable [3-Pack,10ft+6.6ft+3.3ft], USB Type C iPhone 15 Charger Nylon Braided Cord for iPhone 15 Pro Max Plus, Samsung Galaxy S21 S20 S10 S9 S8 Note 20 10 9 8 7, A71 A51 A32-Orange • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
SPLENDA Zero Calorie Sweetener Value Pack, 800 Count Packets • Amazon Business $14.38 1 $14.38
JIAHANNHA Velvet Navy Blue Throw Pillow Covers 18x18 Inches Pack of 2 Soft Decorative Square Cushion Covers for Couch Sofa Bed Livingroom Car,45x45Cm • Amazon Business $9.58 1 $9.58
GriNeed Fall Orange Throw Pillow Covers Decorative Velvet Set of 2 18x18 Inch Pillow Covers, Soft Burnt Orange Pillowcases for Couch Sofa Bed Living Room, Farmhouse Boho Decor, Accent Cushion Covers • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
[Apple MFi Certified] iPhone Charger 5Pack(3/3/6/6/10 FT)Long Lightning Cable Fast Charging High Speed Data Sync USB Cable Compatible iPhone 14/13/12/11 Pro Max/XS MAX/XR/XS/X/8/7/Plus/6S iPad AirPods • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97
Comfy Package, [500 Count] 5.5 Inch Wooden Coffee Stirrers - Wood Stir Sticks • Amazon Business $7.91 1 $7.91
Comfy Package [1000 Count] 5 Inch Coffee & Cocktail Stirrers/Straws Disposable Plastic Sip Stir Swizzle Sticks - Black • Amazon Business $6.92 1 $6.92

Materials cost

$1,535.09

Vendor shipping charges

 $59.98

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$23.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,648.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$290.84

Total project goal

$1,938.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,938.94

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 $1,938.94

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