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Mrs. Hefelfinger from Apex, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tools to Thrive: Supplies for Success

Help me give my students basic school supplies like composition notebooks, glue sticks, erasers, scissors, paper, zipper pouches, and outlining pens to set them up for a successful school year.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Hefelfinger's classroom raised $437

This project is fully funded

My Project

Please help me give my students essential classroom supplies like composition notebooks, glue sticks, erasers, scissors, paper, zipper pouches, and outlining pens so every child can start the year fully equipped to learn.

A new school year brings fresh excitement—and a long list of supplies!

Each year, we work together as a class family to gather the supplies we need, but the reality is that not every family can afford to contribute equally. That’s why I’m asking families to pay what they can and turning to our greater community for help in filling the gaps.

These materials will be used by all students in our classroom, ensuring that every child has the same opportunity to stay organized, create, and learn without worry. Your support will help build a more equitable, supportive learning environment where students can focus on what truly matters—growing, connecting, and succeeding together.

Every donation—large or small—makes a big difference. Thank you for helping us start strong!

Mrs. Hefelfinger West Lake Elementary School Grades 3-5 Apex, NC View local requests HBCU Alum 30 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
feela Composition Notebook, 8 Pack 8 Pastel Colors Wide Ruled Composition Books Bulk, Marble Cover Notepad Lined Cute Journal Notebooks for School Supplies Notes Taking Writing, 9.75 X 7.5 in • Amazon Business $20.98 8 $167.84
Koogel 100 Sheets Loose Leaf Paper, Wide Ruled Notebook Paper Bulk White Office Filler Paper 3-Ring Binders for School Office 8x10.5inch • Amazon Business $6.85 10 $68.50
Color Swell Bulk Pink Erasers - 108 Pack of Neon and Pink Erasers - Perfect for Offices, Classroom, Kids, Students, Families, and Donations • Amazon Business $19.50 1 $19.50
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks Washable 7 Grams 60 Count • Amazon Business $16.54 1 $16.54
Ezzgol Black Felt Tip Pens, 30 Pack, 0.7mm Premium Medium Fine Point, Felt Tip Markers For Writing, Journal, Planner Coloring, Note Taking, Drawing, Art, School • Amazon Business $14.54 1 $14.54
7" Real Left-Handed Kids Scissors Set of 3-pack,Kids Scissors Ages 8-10 8-12 8-16,Kids Craft Scissors with Pointed Tip Stainless Steel Blades and Soft Grip,Great for DIY, Arts, Home, School Classroom • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Scissors Set of 6-Pack, 8" Scissors All Purpose Comfort-Grip Handles Sharp Scissors for Office Home School Craft Sewing Fabric Supplies, High/Middle School Student Teacher Scissor, Right/Left Hand • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
LURLIN 3-Ring Pencil Pouch, 6 Pack Bulk Zipper Pen Pouches in Assorted Colors for Office College School Supplies Cosmetics, Cloth Pencil Case for 3 Hole Binder • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49

Materials cost

$312.39

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $24.37

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$371.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.55

Total project goal

$437.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $437.00

6 Donors

-$428.67

Donations toward project cost

-$371.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.22

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.33

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