You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts

In a rush to make a major tax-deductible gift before the year's end?
Purchase account credits now, and choose projects later!

In a rush to make a major tax-deductible gift before the year's end? Purchase account credits now, and choose projects later!

For direct assistance with credits or anything else, please call The DonorsChoose Scholar Society at (646) 556-9941.

Time is running out! Make your 2025 tax-deductible gift before midnight on December 31.

To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

Your school email address was successfully verified.

See this teacher's page

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Mcauthor from Mobile, AL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Mcauthor is requesting

Sparkle & Shine''

Help me give my students my SPED children with learning how to properly keep their desk and classroom. Please help my student ''spread Love not Germs''

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Mcauthor's classroom raised $235

This project is fully funded

My Project

Certainly! Here's a sample response you can use or adapt:

---

I love my students' enthusiasm and curiosity about maintaining a clean and healthy classroom environment. Their willingness to learn and take responsibility for their space inspires me. Each resource I’ve selected is designed to empower them with the knowledge and skills needed to clean effectively and understand the importance of cleanliness.

For example, instructional guides and videos will help students learn proper cleaning techniques, ensuring safety and efficiency. Visual posters and charts will serve as constant reminders of best practices, making it easier for students to remember steps and procedures. Interactive activities and cleaning supplies demonstrations will engage them actively, fostering a sense of ownership and teamwork.

Overall, these resources will not only teach students how to clean their classroom but also instill lifelong habits of cleanliness, responsibility, and respect for their environment.

Ms. Mcauthor Scarborough Model 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.

Mobile, AL 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

15 students impacted 2donors

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Mcauthor is requesting.

See our finances

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

You can start a project with the same resources being requested here!

Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Haundry Large Cleaning Caddy with Handle, Cleaning Tool Storage Basket Organizer, Sturdy Pail Bucket Organizer, Household Bucket for Cleaning Supplies - Gray • Amazon Business $16.98 2 $33.96
Reusable Floor Mop Pads - Swiffer Wet Jet Compatible Refills 4 Pack - Machine Washable, 12-inch Microfiber Mop Swiffer Wet Pads - Eco-Friendly Household Cleaning Supplies • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Lysol Air Sanitizer Spray + Odor Eliminator for Home & Office, Sanitizing Air Spray, Simple Fresh Scent, 10 oz (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $18.72 1 $18.72
Kleenex Boutique Standard Facial Tissues 2-Ply 90 Sheets/Box 6/Pack (21271) • Staples $14.99 1 $14.99
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Wipes/Container 3/Pack (30208) • Staples $14.99 1 $14.99
S&T INC. 25 Pack Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, Bulk Towels for Home, Reusable Microfiber Towels for Cars, Cleaning Rags, Assorted, 11.5 Inches x 11.5 Inches, 25 Count • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Method All-Purpose Cleaner Pink Grapefruit 28 Oz. (00010) • Staples $5.74 2 $11.48
Yicotira Reusable Power Mop Refills Pads Compatible with Swiffer PowerMop Mop - Power Mop Pads Refill - Washable Microfiber Pads for Multi-Surface Floor Cleaning, 4 Pack • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
squish Disposable Gloves, Blue 4 mil Vinyl Synmax Blend Exam Gloves Non Sterile, Powder Free, Latex Free - Cleaning Supplies, Kitchen and Food Safe(Pack of 100) (Blue Medium)  • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$154.30

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$12.58

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$199.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.15

Total project goal

$234.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$234.34

1 Donor

-$117.16

Donations toward project cost

-$99.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.57

match offer

-$117.18

Match offer toward project cost

-$99.60

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.58

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"AL","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":3,"name":"Middle School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":true,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/sparkle-shine/9373664/","mayHaveReplacements":false,"numStudents":15,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Mcauthor","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"-1266049755","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"Mobile","teachersOnPage":[10041749],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":true,"proposalId":9373664,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"schoolId":17318,"schoolName":"Scarborough Model Middle School","authorIds":{"10041749":{"owner":"Ms. Mcauthor","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[9373664],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10041749_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752588969494","teacherHasProfilePhoto":true,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":22491284,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":10041749,"schoolCounty":"Mobile","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"AL","name":"Alabama"}}