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Ms. Lauver from East Orange, NJ is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Social Justice and Access to Essentials

Help me give my students a place where they feel seen and comfortable.

  • $484 goal

This project expired on October 10, 2025.

This project expired on October 10, 2025.

My Project

My students are growing up in a vibrant, diverse community, but they don’t always have access to the resources that help them feel seen, safe, and supported. In our classroom, I want every student—no matter their background, identity, or circumstance—to know that they belong, that their needs matter, and that their voice is valued. That’s why I’m requesting items that foster comfort, inclusion, and empowerment.

The diversity posters and social justice stickers will help visually reflect the range of cultures, identities, and movements that shape our students’ world, giving them pride and validation.

The period products and small hygiene items like soaps ensure students can take care of themselves with dignity—without embarrassment or financial burden. Weighted animals and a cozy bean bag will offer calming tools for students who are managing anxiety or sensory challenges, and give them a safe space to regulate emotions.

These may seem like small things, but for students in underfunded schools like ours, they make a big difference. They send a powerful message: You matter. You are welcome here. And this classroom is a space for justice, respect, and care.

Ms. Lauver Patrick Francis Healy Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

East Orange, NJ View local requests

More than half 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

100 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
4 Hugimals: HUGAROUNDS - Orangutan & Sea Turtle 2.5 lbs Weighted Stuffed Animals (calm corner, social emotional learning, fidget toys, mental health) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $175.00 1 $175.00
Big Joe Milano Plush Desert Rose Beanbag Chair • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
RedDrop Period Kit for Tweens - First Period Kit for Girls 9-12 - Includes 30 Everyday Pads, 14 FlowDay Teen Pads, 14 FlowNight Pads, 10 Maximum Pads, 10 Feminine Wipes, & More - Teen Period Kit • Amazon Business $41.50 1 $41.50
BAILONGJU Globe String Lights 65.6FT 200 LED,8Modes Battery Operated Warm White,Fairy String Lights with Remote Control,Indoor Outdoor String Lights for Patio,Bedroom,Classroom,Garden,Party,Wedding • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Soap Travel Size Bulk- Hand and Facial Soap - GOOD DAY - 0.5 OZ- 100 White Bars Per Case- Moisturizing - Individually Wrapped for Hotels, Rentals, Charity Donations, spa - Value Pack • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
Hadley Designs Diversity Posters for Classroom – 6 Kindness Posters for Classroom Decor, Multicultural, Inclusive Wall Art for Teachers & Workplace, 11x14 Colorful Diversity Decor • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
The Young Activist's Dictionary of Social Justice: Developed by a Team of Antibias, Anti-Racism Educators and LGBTQ+ Advocates. • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Activism Stickers, ACAB Stickers, Leftist, Communist, Progressive Socialist Stickers Social Justice Stickers for Laptop Water Bottle Stickers • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Specialist ID 2 Pack - Unisex Restroom Pass Keychain - FLEXIBLE/DURABLE Bathroom Tag with Key Chain Ring - Heavy Duty Large Passes for Family Restrooms w/Key Holder for Office/School • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89

Materials cost

$375.33

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$410.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.52

Total project goal

$483.48

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