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Ms. Khadra Ali from Saint Paul, MN is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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One Pencil, One Notebook to Shape Our Future!

Help me give my students It is essential for them to organize their writing and let their imaginations fly without worrying about not having a pencil to write with!

  • $741 goal

This project expired on September 3, 2025.

This project expired on September 3, 2025.

My Project

These pencils, notebooks, and dry-erase markers, generously provided by our donors, will significantly enhance my students' learning experience. With these tools, they can focus on their academic pursuits, paving the way for a brighter future. Many of my students are new to the United States and eager to receive a quality education. Your support ensures they can fully engage in their studies without worrying about not having a pencil or notebook.

Those folders and bins will also help them organize their school work and the materials they use daily.

Throughout my six years of teaching, the generous donations from donors like you helped me fulfill my students' dreams.

Ms. Khadra Ali Highwood Hills 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.

Saint Paul, MN 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

24 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
HapiLeap Plastic Storage Bins with Lid, Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing, Storage Baskets for Shelves Kitchen Bathroom Playroom Classroom Office (4 Large + 4 Small) • Amazon Business $69.98 2 $139.96
EXPO Markers Special Bundle: 4 Value Packs (144 low odor bulk Dry Erase Markers expo; Chisel Tip - Black & Assorted + Black Fine Tip Boxes) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $125.00 1 $125.00
Enday Primary Journal Grades K-2, Primary Writing Journal, Half Page Ruled Primary Journal Composition Notebook for Kids, 100 Sheets kids Notebook, in Pink, Green, Red (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $19.99 4 $79.96
Avery Page Size Heavyweight Sheet Protectors, 8.5" x 11", Diamond Clear, 50/Box (74203) • Quill.com $18.97 4 $75.88
Henoyso 100 Pcs Folders Take Home Heavy Duty 2 Pocket Homework Folder for Students Parent Teacher Communication, 11.8 x 9.45 Inch (Green) • Amazon Business $70.99 1 $70.99
Ticonderoga My First Ticonderoga Pre-Sharpened Wooden Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, Dozen (X33312X) • Quill.com $9.02 5 $45.10
INFUN Heavy Duty Plastic folders with Pockets and prongs - 18 Pack, 3 Prong Folders with Pockets and Card Slot, Assorted Colors Pocket Folders with Prongs for Letter Size Paper • Amazon Business $19.59 2 $39.18
Magnetic Spice Rack for Refrigerator, 2 Pack Magnetic Shelf Fridge Organizer for Spice Jars, Magnet Shelves Seasoning Spice Holder with 4 Hooks for Kitchen White Board Pantry Organizers and Storage • Amazon Business $14.65 1 $14.65

Materials cost

$590.72

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$629.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$111.10

Total project goal

$740.68

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