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This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Dougherty from Fort Myers, FL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Out With The Old, In With The New

Help me give my students who are in a special education environment the calmest classroom possible.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Dougherty's classroom raised $605

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a special education teacher working with 1st and 2nd graders, I see firsthand the power of the right tools in unlocking potential. My students are bright, curious, and eager to learn—but they face unique challenges that require individualized support. Many of them learn best through hands-on, sensory, and adaptive resources that aren’t always readily available in our classroom.

Your donation helps create a classroom where every child, regardless of ability, has the chance to thrive.

Whether it's adaptive seating, language tools, or calming materials, each item helps build confidence, focus, and independence. You're not just funding supplies—you’re helping a child read their first sentence, solve their first math problem, or express themselves clearly for the first time.

When you give, you're part of something deeply meaningful. You’re saying, I believe in these kids, and that belief changes everything.

Ms. Dougherty Allen Park 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.

Fort Myers, FL View local requests

More than three‑quarters of 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

12 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
TANKEE Mobile Whiteboard Dry Erase - 40 x 26 Inches Portable Magnetic White Board Easel Flip Chart Stand with 25 Sheets Paper Pad • Amazon Business $119.98 1 $119.98
ECR4Kids Bentwood Stackable Stools, Classroom Furniture, Assorted, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $80.74 1 $80.74
15 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating for Classroom Furniture 3.5 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Elegant,12 Pcs) • Amazon Business $72.99 1 $72.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
We Can Do Hard Things Neon Signs, Dimmable LED Signs for Wall Decor, Neon Light Kids Wall Art Positive Classroom Decor, USB Neon Light for Bedroom Birthday Party Classroom Backdrop Decor Aesthetic • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Colors, Chisel Tip, 36 Count • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented,Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
IEP Caseload: A Special Education Teachers Planner for 30 students in a Caseload | Pretty Flowers Design. • Amazon Business $16.86 1 $16.86

Materials cost

$471.59

Vendor shipping charges

$5.34

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$514.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$90.71

Total project goal

$604.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$604.71

3 Donors

-$302.36

Donations toward project cost

-$257.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.35

match offer

-$302.34

Match offer toward project cost

-$256.99

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.35

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$0.00

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