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Ms. Tong from El Cajon, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Shop Is About to Open!

Help me give my students various prizes and classroom essentials to aid their development in financial literacy and educational journey!

  • $953 goal

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My Project

In the heart of our Title 1 school community, this project seeks to enhance our 3rd-grade classroom with essential learning materials and an innovative reward system. The requested items, prizes and classroom essentials, play a pivotal role in transforming the educational journey for these resilient young minds. Additionally, the project introduces a unique approach – a classroom shop where students use earned classroom money to purchase prizes.

Through completing tasks and following rules, students not only acquire valuable skills but also have the opportunity to make choices in their learning journey.

Your support will empower these special 3rd graders at our Title 1 school, providing them with the tools and incentives they need to thrive and succeed.

Ms. Tong Magnolia Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Tong

El Cajon, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

24 students impacted 10donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
MEDIMALL 15 Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Multipurpose Craft Storage Cart with Wheels, Mobile Tools Scrapbook Paper Organizer Cart for School Home Office Use (Mixed Color) • Amazon Business $85.99 1 $85.99
12 Pcs Bins for Classroom Plastic Storage Bins with Lids Storage Bins Storage Organizer Bins Plastic Shelf Containers 15 Sheets Self Adhesive Labels for Classroom School Home Office Supplies • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
BLACK+DECKER dustbuster QuickClean Cordless Handheld Vacuum, White (HNVC215B10) • Amazon Business $27.63 2 $55.26
Jasonwell Magnetic Tiles Kids Magnetic Blocks Building Sets 3D Magnet Tile Building Blocks Magna Construction Educational STEM Toys Gifts for Toddlers Boys Girls 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 + Year Old • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
1000pcs Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Stocking Stuffers, Birthday Gift Toys, Prize Box, Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers,Carnival Prizes • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Crayola Bulk Colored Pencils, Pre-sharpened, Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 24 [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $45.88 1 $45.88
Slow Rising Stress Ball 50 Pack: Mini Squishy Ball Bulk for Kids Anxiety Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Toy, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy, Prize Box Toys for Classroom, Stocking Stuffers for Kids • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
60 Pieces Fridge Magnets Humanoid Cute Men Colorful Refrigerator Magnetic Toys for Kids Translucent Magnetic Magnets for Adults Lockers, Fridge, Office, Whiteboard Decoration • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
Pokmon - Pokemon Battle Figure 8-Pack • Best Buy Education $34.99 1 $34.99
Crayola Crayons Bulk, 24 Crayon Packs with 24 Assorted Colors, School Supplies • Amazon Business $30.89 1 $30.89
Pokemon Battle Figure 8-Pack - Comes with 2” Pikachu, 2” Bulbasaur, 2” Squirtle, 2” Charmander, 3" Haunter, 2” Meowth, 2" Jigglypuff, and 3” Psyduck • Amazon Business $27.66 1 $27.66
Jazwares - Squishmallows 16" Plush - Pink and Blue Cotton Candy - Bevin • Best Buy Education $24.99 1 $24.99
BeapTcely 50 Pcs 6 in 1 Multicolor Ballpoint Pen Bulk 0.5 mm 6 Color Retractable Ballpoint Pen Colorful Ink Pen Party Favors Rainbow Pen Gel Ink Nurse Pens for Office School Students (50) • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Squishmallows Original 14-Inch Winston Teal Owl - Large Ultrasoft Official Jazwares Plush • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Dilycery 100 Pcs Party Favors Treasure Box Toys for Classroom Carnival Prizes Rewards, Stocking Stuffers, Goodie Bag Stuffers for Kids Party, Pinata Fillers Birthday Gifts Bulk Toys • Amazon Business $19.94 1 $19.94
Max Fun 218pcs Party Favors for Kids Bulk Party Toys Assortments Birthday Gift Toys Carnival Prizes Treasure Box Prizes Goodie Bag Fillers Classroom Rewards Pinata Filler Toys • Amazon Business $17.79 1 $17.79
Jazwares - Pokemon Select - 8" Velvet Plush - Styles May Vary • Best Buy Education $15.99 1 $15.99
Dioju 110 Pcs Mochi Squishy Toys for Kids, Mini Kawaii Squishies Bulk, Squishys Fidget Toys, Goody Bag Stuffers, Prizes for Kids Classroom, Squishy Toys Bulk, Stress Relief Toys for Kids Party Favors • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
24Pack Small Coloring Books for Kids Ages 4-8, Bulk Coloring Books for Kids Ages 2-6-12, Kids Coloring Books Bulk, Kids Birthday Party Favors Gifts Classroom Activity Supplies Includes Dinosaur Animal • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook (Pokemon): The Need-To-Know STATS and Facts on Over 875 Characters • Amazon Business $11.33 1 $11.33
24Pack Bulk Coloring Books for Kids Ages 4-8, 2-4, 8-12, Small Coloring Books for Kids, Kids Birthday Party Favors Gifts Classroom Activity Supplies, Mini Coloring Books Includes Unicorn, Christmas • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Jazwares - Scented 5" Blind Squishmallows - Brunch Squad - Styles May Vary • Best Buy Education $7.99 1 $7.99
Super Z Outlet Colorful Assorted Plastic Glitter Toy Rings | Bag Of 144 Rings (Hearts, Bears, Stars, Hands & Flowers) | Use As Party Favors, Cake Toppers, In Goody Bags, Piñatas, Arts, Crafts & More • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$704.48

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $64.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$809.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$142.85

Total project goal

$952.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $952.36

9 Donors

-$466.63

Donations toward project cost

-$419.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.25

match offer

-$458.98

Match offer toward project cost

-$390.13

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.85

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$26.76

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