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Mrs. Sierra from Winston Salem, NC is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Smart Storage = Happy Learners!

Help me give my students classroom organizers like stackable bins and drawers for classroom supplies, a rolling utility cart to store teacher materials, chair back or table organizers so students can store pencils, notebooks, and folders.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Sierra's classroom raised $685

This project is fully funded

My Project

Help us stay organized with cubbies, bins, and chair organizers! With everything in its place, our classroom will be calm, efficient, and focused on learning.

In our busy classroom, organization is the foundation for success.

Right now, students struggle to keep track of their supplies—backpacks are on the floor, materials go missing, and learning time is lost just trying to find a pencil or book.

This project will provide kid-friendly storage solutions so every student knows where their things belong. I want to create an organized environment that supports responsibility, independence, and focus.

With your help, we'll have:

- Stackable bins and drawers for classroom supplies

- Book bins for each student's reading collection

- A rolling utility cart to store teacher materials

- Chairback or table organizers so students can store pencils, notebooks, and folders at their seats

Chair organizers are especially helpful—they keep essential items close and prevent constant interruptions for "I can't find my ___!" It’s a small investment with a huge impact.

With these tools, students can take ownership of their space, reduce clutter, and spend more time engaged in learning. Thank you for helping us build a calm and well-managed classroom!

Mrs. Sierra Kimmel Farm 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.

Winston Salem, NC 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

20 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Jinei 24 Pack Book Bins for Classroom Bulk Book and Binder Holders with Name Labels Plastic Classroom Organization Book Bins Baskets Boxes Teacher Storage Bins for Classroom Home Office (6 Colors) • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
Maitys 16 Pieces Chair Pockets Classroom Chair Organizer 8 Colors Seat Storage with Name Tag Slot for School, Classroom, Home, Group Team Organizers, 16 x 19 Inch (Black Background) • Amazon Business $49.98 2 $99.96
BBTO 8 Pcs White Plastic Storage Bins with Lids Organizing Container with Handle Stackable Containers for Organizing Including Labels and Marker for Table Organization, 10.2 x 7.3 x 6.5 Inch • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Pencil Dispenser Holder Blue Stainless Steel Dispenser for Pencils with 6 Beautiful stickers for Decoration Metal Pencil Dispenser for Classroom Home Office Teachers Students (Pencils Not Included) • Amazon Business $36.79 1 $36.79
4 Tier Plastic Storage Bins and Boxes Organizer - Stackable with Lids for Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Office - Foldable Containers • Amazon Business $36.49 1 $36.49
Pencil Dispenser Holder Green Stainless Steel Dispenser for Pencils with 6 Beautiful stickers for Decoration Metal Pencil Dispenser for Classroom Home Office Teachers Students (Pencils Not Included) • Amazon Business $35.49 1 $35.49
Maitys 15 Pcs Flat Plastic Trays 16.1 x 11.8'' Sensory Storage Tray Paper Stackable Classroom Bins for Office Home Organizer Arts and Crafts Supplies(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
TOOLF 4-Tier Rolling Cart, Metal Utility Cart with 3 Hooks, Easy Assemble Mobile Storage Trolley On Wheels, Metal Shelving Units Kitchen Bathroom Laundry Room • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Scotch Magic Invisible Tape with Dispenser, 3/4" x 27.77 yds., 1" Core, 6 Rolls/Pack (810C40BK) • Quill.com $26.77 1 $26.77
Nicunom 6 Pack Cubby Bin Storage Bins, Multi-Purpose Plastic Storage Bins Stackable Organizer Storage Cubbies for Home, Nursery, Playroom, Classroom • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 100 Count, Clear, 5 mil., Laminate Business Cards, Banners and Essays, Ideal Office or School Supplies, Fits Letter Sized Paper (8.9 in. × 11.4 in.) • Amazon Business $23.70 1 $23.70
Squishy Fidget Sensory Toys for Kids, Calming Down Sensory Tools for Autism Autistic Special Needs, Sensory Bin Squeeze Toys for Classroom Prize, Travel Toys • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Luney Hanging Jewelry Organizer, 80 Pockets Earring Holder Organizer with Pockets for Woman, for Hanging Earrings, Necklaces, Bracelets, Rings, Storage, Closet(No Zipper) • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97

Materials cost

$505.01

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$39.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$581.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.70

Total project goal

$684.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$684.68

9 Donors

-$584.68

Donations toward project cost

-$496.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$87.70

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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$0.00

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