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Mrs. Ansari from Santa Clara, CA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Studnets Need Tools to Stay Organized for Maximum Learning Success

Help me give my students tools to stay organized for Maximum Learning Success!

  • $660 goal

This project expired on July 10, 2025.

This project expired on July 10, 2025.

My Project

I’m reaching out to request support for some much-needed classroom supplies that will help our fourth-graders stay organized and ready to learn. Right now, our writing tools are falling apart, and students keep losing them, making it difficult for them to stay prepared and focused in class.

To help solve this issue, we are looking for storage solutions that will allow students to keep their writing and coloring tools in one place, reducing distractions and making learning more efficient.

Staying organized plays a key role in academic success—when students can easily find their materials, manage assignments, and keep their space tidy, they develop better focus, responsibility, and confidence in their learning.

Two-pocket folders with Prongs will help students keep track of assignments and important papers, reducing lost work and forgotten homework.

The 3-ring binders will provide a structured place to store handouts, notes, and study materials, aiding in test preparation and organization.

Plastic Storage Bins with Lids will be perfect for organizing classroom materials and supplies, such as manipulatives, etc, making them easily accessible for students.

The Clear Plastic Storage Containers with Lids will be great for storing smaller supplies like flashcards, manipulatives, and classroom resources, keeping desks clutter-free.

Pencil Storage Boxes will benefit students by providing a designated space for their writing tools and coloring supplies, helping to keep their materials organized and readily available.

By donating, you’re not just providing materials—you’re investing in our students’ future. An organized learning environment helps students develop lifelong skills in responsibility, time management, and academic preparedness, setting them up for success beyond the classroom.

Thank you for being a part of our students' success.

With Gratitude,

Mrs.Ansari

Mrs. Ansari Millikin Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Santa Clara, CA View local requests 27 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ClearSpace Plastic Storage Bins with Lids – Perfect Kitchen Organization or Pantry Fridge Organizer, and Bins, Cabinet Organizers • Amazon Business $67.99 3 $203.97
Kingrol 12 Pack Clear Plastic Storage Containers with Lids, 8 x 5 x 1.75 Inch Empty Hinged Boxes, Stackable Organizer Boxes for Home, Office, Craft Supplies • Amazon Business $34.98 3 $104.94
Crtiin 10 Pack Pencil Storage Boxes Bulk Large Clear Plastic Pens Cases with Lid Stackable Crayon Storage Container Box Transparent Markers Organizer • Amazon Business $25.99 3 $77.97
Blue Summit Supplies 30 Plastic Two Pocket Folders with Prongs, Assorted Color, Durable Poly 2 Pocket Folders with Clasps, Letter Size, Bulk 30 Pack • Amazon Business $30.68 2 $61.36
Cardinal 3 Ring Binders, Binders for School and Office, Durable 2 Inch Binder with Round Rings, Holds 475-Sheets, ClearVue Covers, Non-Stick, PVC-Free, Assorted Colors, 4 Pack (29311) • Amazon Business $15.47 2 $30.94

Materials cost

$479.18

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $43.84

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$560.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$98.86

Total project goal

$659.07

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