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Ms. Neal from Palm Bay, FL is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Student-Led Organization For Creative Freedom

Help me give my students an engaging organized space allowing for artistic growth with caddies and ziplocs.

  • $567 goal

This project expired on August 1, 2025.

This project expired on August 1, 2025.

My Project

The resources requested—supply caddies, construction paper storage towers, paper organizers, and Ziploc gallon bags—are designed to enhance the art room by promoting organization, creativity, and independence among students.

-Supply Caddies: Each student will have a personal supply caddy containing basic art materials (scissors, glue, markers, etc.).

This setup allows students to access their supplies quickly and fosters a sense of ownership. As a result, students can focus more on their creative processes rather than managing shared supplies.

-Construction Paper Storage Towers: These towers will hold a variety of construction paper colors, making it easy for students to visually select any additional shades they need for their projects at a glance.

-Paper Organizers: Each table will be equipped with paper organizers that hold project-specific supplies. This enhances accessibility, and helps maintain a tidy workspace, which is beneficial for concentration and focus during creative tasks.

- Ziploc Gallon Bags: For projects that involve multiple components, students will use Ziploc bags to keep all their pieces together. Being able to keep their work organized will encourage students through to completion.

Benefits to Students

1. Enhanced Focus on Creativity: With organized supplies, students can dedicate more time to their artistic expression rather than wasting time searching for materials.

2. Reduced Conflict: Having personal supply caddies minimizes disputes over sharing, allowing for a more harmonious and collaborative atmosphere.

3. Sense of Ownership: Students will feel a greater connection to their work when they have their own supplies, fostering a deeper engagement with the creative process.

4. Improved Project Management: The use of Ziploc bags teaches students how to manage, store and protect their work.

Your support will facilitate a more engaging and structured learning experience, allowing students to thrive in their artistic endeavors. Thank you for considering this initiative to enhance our students' educational journey!

Ms. Neal Columbia Elementary School 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.

Palm Bay, FL 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

Never Before Funded 550 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tanlade 12 Pcs Classroom Storage Caddies Stackable Utility Caddies with 3 Compartment Portable Plastic Caddy with Handle Classroom Storage Bins Organizers for Kids Schools Art Craft Supplies • Amazon Business $54.99 3 $164.97
Ziploc Storage Bag, 1 Gallon, Resealable, 250 Count • School Specialty $57.59 2 $115.18
Bankers Box Corrugated 6-Shelf Storage Organizer 18 H x 12 W x 13 1/4 D Purple (3381201) • Staples $28.24 2 $56.48
18 Pack Paper Organizer Bins Classroom Storage Tray Letter Size Flat Storage Tray Plastic Art Trays Classroom Pencil Organizer Baskets for School Office Teacher Book Organization (Colorful) • Amazon Business $50.99 1 $50.99
Crayola Crayon Classpack, 800 Count, Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Large Crayon Box, 8 Colors • Amazon Business $46.00 1 $46.00

Materials cost

$433.62

Vendor shipping charges

 $11.52

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$481.64

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$85.00

Total project goal

$566.64

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