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Ms. Smiley from Philadelphia, PA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Storage Solutions for Student Success

Help me give my students a way to stay organized and empower learning this year!

  • $464 goal

This project expired on September 30, 2025.

This project expired on September 30, 2025.

My Project

As we gear up for an exciting new school year, I'm reaching out to ask for your support in helping create a more organized and efficient classroom environment for my students.

This year, I’m seeking donations specifically for classroom storage solutions—items like shelving units, storage bins, drawer organizers, and book baskets.

These may sound simple, but they play a powerful role in supporting student learning. With proper storage, we can:

Keep learning materials accessible and organized

Minimize distractions and maximize focus

Create a cleaner, more inviting space for students to thrive

Foster independence and responsibility among students

With your help, we can make our classroom a place where every child feels empowered and equipped to succeed. Whether it’s a small bin or a larger storage cabinet, every contribution makes a difference.

Ms. Smiley Northeast Community Propel Academy Grades 3-5

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.

Philadelphia, PA 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

32 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HapiLeap Plastic Storage Bins with Lid, Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing, Storage Baskets for Shelves Kitchen Bathroom Playroom Classroom Office (4 Large + 4 Small) • Amazon Business $69.98 1 $69.98
ECR4Kids SoftZone Floor Cushions, Square, Flexible Seating, Seafoam, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $58.14 1 $58.14
Storex Letter Size Flat Storage Tray – Organizer Bin with Non-Snap Lid for Classroom, Office and Home, Black, 5-Pack (62535U05C) • Amazon Business $40.15 1 $40.15
XUANGUO Cotton Rope storage Basket Bins Woven Basket for Organizing Shelves Rectangle Decorative Baskets For storage Clothes Toys Books Towels Square Wicker Nursery basket organizer 3 pack Rust • Amazon Business $35.87 1 $35.87
XUANGUO Cotton Rope storage Basket Bins Woven Basket for Organizing Shelves Rectangle Decorative Baskets For storage Clothes Toys Books Towels Square Wicker Nursery basket organizer 3 pack Green • Amazon Business $35.87 1 $35.87
Teacher Created Resources Black Portable Plastic Storage Caddy for Classrooms, Kids Room, and Office Organization, 3 Compartment, 9.25" D x 9" W x 5.25" H, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Storex Interlocking Book Bin, Small, 11-3/4 x 4-1/2 x 8-1/2 Inches, Black • School Specialty $3.14 6 $18.84
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Punchy Pastel 5-Color Assortment, 625 Sheets, 24 lb./89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91732) • Amazon Business $18.35 1 $18.35
birdyboutique.com Reading Corner Tapestry Sign – Classroom Wall Hanging Banner for Kids, Teachers, Homeschool & Library Spaces – Lightweight & Easy to Hang Canvas – 36" x 22 • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Crayola Take Note Dry Erase Markers (12ct) Whiteboard Markers for Teachers, Low Odor, Chisel Tip, School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $10.54 1 $10.54
WL.Rocaille Magnetic Curtain Rods for Metal Doors and Window, Multi-Use Adjustable Appliances for Iron and Steel Place, Magnetic Towel Bar 9 to 16 Inch, 2 pack, White • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Outus 60 Pieces Self Adhesive Index Card Pockets with Blank Cards 4 x 2.5'' Clear Index Card Holder with Top Open, Labels Holders Sleeves for Storage Organizing and Protecting Photos Labels Notes • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Cable Organizer Clips Cord Holder - 5 Packs Self Adhesive Cable Management for USB Cable/Power Cord/Wire, Car and Desk, Home and Office (7-5-3-1-1 Slots) Black Cord Organizer • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$356.69

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.88

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$393.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.52

Total project goal

$463.44

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