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Mrs. Porter from Paterson, NJ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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We Need the Basics

Help me give my students the basic supplies to help my students have a successful school year.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Porter's classroom raised $157

This project is fully funded

My Project

I work in a low-income district where our budget has been completely cut. Ever since this pandemic started, many families are struggling financially, and it is hard to give their children basic school materials.

Simple needs such as headphones, earbuds, a holder, and more will help my special education students really succeed in my classroom.

Unfortunately, many students’ families cannot afford to buy supplies for their children.

My special education students learn best when they have hands-on activities. Having these school supplies will allow them to be successful and learn in the best way for them. Having these supplies will make all the difference in the world.

Mrs. Porter Norman S Weir Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Paterson, NJ View local requests

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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Classroom Headphones-Bulk 10-Pack, Student On Ear Comfy Swivel Earphones for Library, School, Airplane, Kids-for Online Learning and Travel, HQ Stereo Sound 3.5mm Jack (Mixed Colors) • Amazon Business $59.97 1 $59.97
YFEEN 2 Pack Acrylic Disney ear holder Headband Holder,Headband Organizer Display Stand,Jewelry Display Riser Hair Claw Clips Holder for Girl Women Gifts • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Jogteg Earbuds Headphones with Microphone Pack of 5, Noise Isolating Wired Earbuds, Earphones with Powerful Heavy Bass Stereo, Compatible with Android, Phone, Laptops, MP3 and Most 3.5mm Interface • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
LEGO City Electric Sports Car 60383, Toy for 5 Plus Years Old Boys and Girls, Race Car for Kids Set with Racing Driver Minifigure, Building Toys • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49
Aqueon Pure Betta Beads, Blue • Amazon Business $5.49 1 $5.49

Materials cost

$101.43

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$132.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$23.46

Total project goal

$156.41

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$156.41

1 Donor

-$156.41

Donations toward project cost

-$132.95

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.46

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$0.00

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