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Mrs. Allen from Charlotte, NC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Allen's classroom raised $239

The Grin Bin

Help me give my students fun incentives to engage thier learning throughout the year!

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Mrs. Allen Whitewater Academy
Charlotte, NC Grades 3-5

My Project

Why Our Classroom Needs a Treasure Box!

Think of our treasure box as a "Happiness Headquarters!" While things like silly putty and squishy toys look like just a bunch of fun, they are actually "brain boosters" in disguise.

Sometimes, schoolwork can be a little tough or stressful, and having a squishy toy to squeeze or some bubbles to blow is like hitting a "reset button" for the kids brains. These toys help them stay calm, focused, and ready to learn even more. By helping us fill our box, you’re giving the kids the tools to take a "brain break" so they can do our very best work!

Plus, the treasure box makes them want to be their absolute best selves! There is nothing more exciting than knowing that working hard, being kind to a friend, or following the rules might earn them a trip to the "Loot Pursuit." It turns our classroom into a place where being awesome is celebrated with something tangible and fun. Your help makes sure that every time a student does something "un-bee-lievable," we have a special way to say, "Great job!" and keep the smiles going all day long.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

28 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Allen Whitewater Academy Grades 3-5

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

28 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Squishy Stress Balls Fidget Toys - 72 Pack Squishy Toys Stress Ball for Nervousness, Fidget Stress Toys Bulk, Squeeze Balls for Adult Teen- Fidgets for Classroom Prize - Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
24 Pack Slow Rising Stress Cube , Dough Stress Balls Soft Fidget Squishy Toys for Anxiety Relief, Pull Stretch Classroom Prize Party Favors Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
4E's Novelty 24 Pack Fast Food Squishy Toys for Kids Bulk Slow Rising Individually Wrapped Small 1.5-2.25" Squishies, Easter Egg Filler Stuffers Gift Birthday Party Favor • Amazon Business $23.49 1 $23.49
ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented,Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls, Easter Basket Stuffers Egg Fillers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
24 Pcs Party Favors Filled with Squishy Toys,Jumbo Slow Rising Squishies Toys,Soft Kawaii Animal Squishy Toys for Birthday Goodie Bag Stuffers,Pinata Stuffers,Classroom Prizes,Carnival Prizes • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Color Changing Putty Fidget Toy for Kids Stress Relief and Therapy and Great ADHD Fidget Putty Toy That Changes Colors • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
YZXODN 30 Pack Stretchy Strings Fidget Toys, Sensory Toys Bulk for Kids, Adults Stress Relief, Anti-Anxiety Autism Toys, Perfect for Easter, Children's Day, Classroom Exchange, Birthday, Party Favors • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
32 Piece Mini Dinosaur Bubble Wand (8 Style), Dino Theme Party Favors Neon Toy for Kids Child, Pinata Suffer, Goodie Bags Filler, School Classroom Prizes, Summer Outdoor, Gifts for Girl Boy • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97

Materials cost

$158.35

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $12.35

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$203.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.84

Total project goal

$238.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $238.92

1 Donor

-$238.92

Donations toward project cost

-$203.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.84

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