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Mrs. Strizich from Colorado Springs, CO is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Spinning with Joy!

Help me give my students a rotating bookshelf to hold our early reader chapter books.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Strizich's classroom raised $328

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am seeking funding for a unique and innovative project aimed at improving access to early-reader chapter books in my elementary school library. The "Spinning with Joy Project" is designed to create an engaging and accessible space for young readers to discover and explore a diverse collection of early reader chapter books.

The "Spinning with Joy Project" aims to create a lasting impact by instilling a love for reading in young minds.

This project will contribute to improved literacy rates, enhanced community engagement, and a more dynamic and inclusive library environment.

I believe that investing in early reader access will lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning and reading among children in my school. With your support, I can make our library a vibrant hub for young readers to explore, learn, and imagine through the magic of books.

Mrs. Strizich Scott Elementary School Grades 3-5 Colorado Springs, CO View local requests

More than a third 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Rotating Bookshelf, Revolving Bookcase, Spinning Book Shelf, 4 Tier, 18.2” W x 50.6” H, White, Wood, 360 Degrees Bookshelves, Floor Stand, Rotation Display Tower, Stackable, Round, for Kids, Children • Amazon Business $122.37 2 $244.74

Materials cost

$244.74

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$278.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$49.13

Total project goal

$327.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $327.54

2 Donors

-$189.00

Donations toward project cost

-$160.65

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.35

match offer

-$138.54

Match offer toward project cost

-$117.76

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$20.78

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