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Mrs. Lester from Johnson City, TN is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reusable Book Bags for Library Books!

Help me give my students new reusable book bags for their library books and some library organization.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Lester's classroom raised $205

This project is fully funded

My Project

This proposal seeks funding to implement a program providing reusable book bags for library patrons and sustainable storage solutions for library items. The initiative aims to reduce environmental impact, promote student responsibility, and enhance library operations.

By adopting these practices, my readers will contribute to sustainability efforts and foster a sense of ownership among students regarding library materials.

Providing reusable book bags to students serves as an educational tool, teaching them about sustainability and the importance of reducing waste. It also instills a sense of responsibility, as students are more likely to care for materials they perceive as their own. This initiative can lead to:

Increased Accountability:

Students are more likely to return items on time and in good condition when they are responsible for carrying them.

Positive Behavioral Change:

Regular use of reusable bags can encourage students to adopt other sustainable practices in their daily lives.

By funding this initiative, our library will not only reduce its environmental footprint but also promote a culture of responsibility and sustainability among students. The integration of reusable book bags and sustainable storage solutions will enhance library operations and serve as a model for other institutions to follow.

We respectfully request your support in bringing this vision to fruition, ensuring a greener and more responsible future for our community.

Mrs. Lester University School Grades PreK-2 Johnson City, TN View local requests 50 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Large Book Pouches Nylon Fabric Book Bag with Stitched on Handle and Clear Name Tag Pocket Neon Color Trims Black Reading Bags for Classroom Student Homework Reading Supplies, 15 x 12 Inch (32 Pcs) • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Wenqik 2 Pcs Small Drawer Organizer Teacher Toolbox Small Organizer with 9 Clear Drawers Plastic Desktop Craft Storage Box for Desk Office Classroom Home 7" x 3.9" x 4.7"(Green) • Amazon Business $15.99 3 $47.97
Wenqik 2 Pcs Small Drawer Organizer Teacher Toolbox Small Organizer with 9 Clear Drawers Plastic Desktop Craft Storage Box for Desk Office Classroom Home 7" x 3.9" x 4.7"(Purple) • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98

Materials cost

$141.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.13

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$174.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$30.72

Total project goal

$204.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $204.79

2 Donors

-$88.54

Donations toward project cost

-$87.04

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

Matching donations from our partners

-$102.39

Match offers toward project cost

-$87.03

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.36

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$13.86

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 $0.00

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