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Mrs. Melahn from Charlotte, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Melahn's classroom raised $547

Start of the 2026 School Year

Help me give my students items that will help them have a smooth start with a fully stocked classroom!

Mrs. Melahn Westerly Hills Elementary School

Charlotte, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

Having access to basic classroom supplies helps students feel confident, prepared, and excited to learn from the very first day. When children don’t have to worry about whether they have the materials they need, they can focus on building relationships, developing new skills, and reaching their full potential.

By supporting our classroom, you are helping create a learning environment where every student can thrive.

I teach at a Title I school, where resources can be limited, but the enthusiasm for learning is limitless. My students come to school each day excited, curious, and ready to grow. They deserve a classroom that supports their learning, encourages independence, and makes them feel safe, loved, and prepared. Your generosity will provide essential supplies like pencils, tissues, dry erase markers, and folders that will be used daily, easing the financial burden on families while ensuring every child has the resources needed for a successful and joyful start to the school year.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

22 students impacted 1 donor

Project tagged as

Charlotte, NC
Grades PreK-2
Literacy
Classroom Basics
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Mrs. Melahn Westerly Hills Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Charlotte, 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

22 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Ticonderoga Pre-Sharpened Wooden Pencil, 2.2mm, #2 Soft Lead, 72/Pack (X13972) • Quill.com $16.09 3 $48.27

Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissues, 8 Flat Boxes, 180 Tissues per Box • Amazon Business $20.97 2 $41.94

Dunwell 2-Pocket Folders for 3-Ring Binder, 8.5x11, 6-Pack, Assorted | 6-Pack Assorted Colors, 2-Pocket Binder Folders, 3-Hole Punched, Fits 8.5x11 Sheets, Includes Labels • Amazon Business $8.98 4 $35.92

Variety Pack 54 Freezer Quart Bags, 38 Freezer Gallon Bags, 125 Sandwich Bags, 52 Storage Bags Reusable Plastic Bags with Zipper Closure, Red, Green, Blue • Amazon Business $31.67 1 $31.67

Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $28.49 1 $28.49

Candy Variety Pack - Assorted Candy Party Mix - 4 LB Bag - Sweets Assortment - Bulk Individually Wrapped - Pinata Candies - Mixed Candies - Queen Jax - Deluxe Mix - July 4th • Amazon Business $26.18 1 $26.18

Mr. Pen- Retractable Mechanical Eraser Pens, 6 Pack, Pastel Colors | Latex-Free Precision Pencil Erasers for Artists, Students, Drawing, Sketching & Drafting • Amazon Business $5.84 4 $23.36

BTSKY 6 Pack Multipurpose Utility Box- Large Capacity Pencil Box with Lid Snap Closure Pencil Holder for Organize and Carry Pencils Watercolor Pens Stationery Office Supplies Organizer Colorful | Snap Closure Pencil Holder for Organize and Carry Pencils Watercolor Pens Stationery Office Supplies Org • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89

Germ-X Advanced Hand Sanitizer with Aloe and Vitamin E, 1 Liter, Less Drying Moisturizing Gel, No Rinse Formula, Pump Bottle • Amazon Business $6.12 3 $18.36

Dunwell Plastic 2-Pocket Folders with 3 Prongs, Blue, 12 Pack | Durable Acid-Free Poly with Fasteners, Long-Term School & Office Use, Labels Included • Amazon Business $18.00 1 $18.00

JOLLY RANCHER Assorted Fruit Flavored Hard Candy Bulk Bag, 5 lb • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99

Elmer's School Washable Removable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556) • Staples $14.09 1 $14.09

Charms Blow Pop Lollipops, Assorted Flavors, 100 Count, 4lb 1oz Box • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97

American Licorice Sour Punch Twists - Sour Candy Bulk - Sour Punch Twist - 1 LB Bag - Sour Punch Twists Bulk Candy - 4 Flavors - Blue Raspberry, Cherry, Strawberry, Apple • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59

EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Assorted Colors, Chisel Tip, 16 Count - Whiteboard, Calendar, Organization, Back to School, Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $9.87 1 $9.87

BAND-AID Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages, Assorted Sizes, 100 Count • Amazon Business $8.73 1 $8.73

Duck EZ-Start Packing Tape with Dispenser 1.88 x 30 yds. Clear (393192/313078) • Staples $8.29 1 $8.29

Sparkle Pick-A-Size Paper Towels, 6 Double Rolls (660 Sheets Total) - Strong 2-Ply Towels for Kitchen Cleanup and Everyday Messes • Amazon Business $7.92 1 $7.92

Mr. Pen- Mini Magnetic Dry Erase Erasers, 2" x 2", 24 Pack | Colorful Small Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erase Erasers Bulk for Kids, Teachers, Students and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $6.82 1 $6.82

EXPO Whiteboard Care Dry Erase Wipes, Unscented, 50 Count - Home, Office, Teacher, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $6.29 1 $6.29

Materials cost			$397.64
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$31.02
3rd party payment processing fee			$5.96
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$464.62
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$81.99
Total project goal			$546.61
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$546.61
1 Donor			-$546.61
Donations toward project cost			-$464.62
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$81.99
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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