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Mrs. Bonilla from Phoenix, AZ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Transform Our Library Into a Reading Haven!

Help me give my students student tools of engagement and inspiration to visit the library.

  • $1,130 goal

This project expired on June 26, 2025.

This project expired on June 26, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Our library is more than just a room with books—it's a sanctuary where students can explore new worlds, expand their imaginations, and develop a lifelong love of reading. However, we need your help to create a warm, inviting, and functional space that fosters engagement, curiosity, and creativity. With the right decor, seating, and organization tools, our library can become a comfortable and inspiring environment where students feel encouraged to read, learn, and grow.

Your generous donations will help us enhance our library with vibrant decorations, cozy reading areas, and functional tools to support our students’ literacy journey.

By supporting this project, you’ll be giving our students a beautifully transformed library that sparks joy and motivation every time they step inside. Library Aesthetics & Inspiration: Inspirational wall decals, bulletin board sets, colorful reading posters, and neon signs to create an engaging and motivating environment. A cozy reading nook with a vintage bookshelf rug, a modular play couch, an ergonomic office chair, and LED floor lamps to make reading more enjoyable. Storage solutions, bulletin board borders, and affirmation station sets to maintain a neat and welcoming space. Vinyl rolls, transfer tape, cutting mats, and weeding tools for custom decor projects that allow students to personalize their reading space.

Creating an inviting and inspiring library space is essential in fostering a love for reading among students. Many of our students come from underprivileged backgrounds, and this library serves as a safe and enriching space where they can explore the magic of books. Your contribution will help us create an atmosphere that encourages students to immerse themselves in stories and develop essential literacy skills for their future.

Mrs. Bonilla Estrella Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

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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 600 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
jela Kids Couch Large, Floor Sofa Modular Funiture for Kids Adults, Playhouse Play Set for Toddlers Babies, Modular Foam Play Couch Indoor Outdoor (57"x28"x18", Charcoal) • Amazon Business $159.00 1 $159.00
ALAZA Vintage Bookshelf Bookworm Library Back to School Area Rug Rugs for Living Room Classroom Bedroom 7' x 5' • Amazon Business $65.99 2 $131.98
Amazon Basics Classic Puresoft PU Padded Mid-Back Height Adjustable Office Computer Desk Chair with Armrest, 26"D x 23.75"W x 42"H, Black • Amazon Business $90.41 1 $90.41
Marctronic 2 Pack LED Floor Lamp, 18W 1800LM Bright, 2 Remotes, Dimmable, Eye-Caring, Standing, Reading, Living Room, Bedroom, Office • Amazon Business $59.39 1 $59.39
Read Books Be Kind Stay Weird Neon Sign Letter LED Neon Lights Dimmable USB Powered 14.17’’X13’’Cool Wall Decorative Light Bedroom Bar Birthday Party Decoration （Warm White） • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
PMCVYH Let's Read Neon Sign for Wall Decor, Reading Led Signs for Library, USB Dimmable Book Neon Lights for Classroom Reading Corner Bedroom Study Room Home Book Club Motivational Wall Art • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
ReArt Cutting Mat - Standard 12x24 Inch 3 Packs and 12x12 Inch 5 Packs • Amazon Business $29.68 1 $29.68
gianotter Desk Computer Monitor Stand Riser with Drawer and 2 Pen Holder, Desk Organizer, Monitor Stand for Desk, Storage for Classroom Office Supplies Decor (Black) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
240 Pcs 236ft Holiday Bulletin Board Borders Colorful Rainbow Scalloped Border Trim Bulk Bulletin Decor for Classroom Back to School Decor(Bohemia) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
White Wood Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $21.37 1 $21.37
HTVRONT Black Permanent Vinyl for Cricut - 12" x 50 FT Black Vinyl Roll, Adhesive Vinyl Sheets for Cricut, Silhouette and Cameo • Amazon Business $19.78 1 $19.78
27 PCS Premium Weeding Tools for Vinyl, Vinyl Weeding Tools kit, Crafting Tools, Craft Basic Set, Scrapbooking Tools, Craft Vinyl Tools and Accessories for Cameos/Lettering/Cutting/Splicing • Amazon Business $9.88 2 $19.76
Transfer Tape for Vinyl - 12" x 70 FT w/Orange Alignment Grid for Adhesive Vinyl - Medium Tack Vinyl Transfer Tape for Cricut, Silhouette Cameo, Decals, Signs, Windows and Stickers • Amazon Business $19.56 1 $19.56
Reading Will Take You Everywhere Inspirational Quote Wall Decal Sticker, Motivational Phrase Nursery Decoration Classroom Bedroom Playroom Art, Kid Study Room Library Wall Sticker Decor • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Containlol Classroom Borders for Bulletin Board Decorations,118 ft Ocean Theme Scalloped Trim Colorful Bulletin Board Borders for Spring Summer Back to School Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Reading Corner Decor - Bohemian Classroom Decor Classroom Reading Corner Decor Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle School Classroom Reading Corner Signs Bulletin Boards and Wall Decor 13.5*10.5inch • Amazon Business $12.34 1 $12.34
Jinniee Set 4 pcs Colorful Reading Posters For Classroom Library Decorations For School - Reading Bulletin Board Sets, Reading Posters For Elementary School, Reading Corner Decor (Set 4pcs Reading) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
HOWAF 39pcs Eucalyptus Affirmation Station Bulletin Board Set, Inspirational Cutouts for Welcome Back to School Classroom Decor, Positive Accents Cut-Outs for First Day of School Chart Wall Supplies • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Lincia Classroom Reading Bulletin Board Set Butterfly Bulletin Board Decorations Floral Butterfly Paper Cutouts for Classroom Back to School Office Reading Party Wall Decor(Cute Style) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Reading Posters for Classroom Reading Corner Decor,Reading Strategies Posters for Classroom Library Decor,Read Sign Bulletin Board Set for Pre School Elementary Middle School Daycare Wall Art Decor • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89

Materials cost

$755.07

Vendor shipping charges

 $109.98

Sales tax

 $53.99

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$960.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$169.48

Total project goal

$1,129.85

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