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Ms. Comendador from Los Angeles, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kindergarten Essentials: School Supplies for the First Day of School!

Help me give my students school supplies to start the school year strong!

  • 5 donors
  • $977 still needed

expires Aug 26

  • 5 donors
  • $977 still needed
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Ms. Comendador Los Feliz Elementary School
Los Angeles, CA Grades PreK-2

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Starting Kindergarten is a big and exciting milestone, but for many students, it can also come with challenges—especially when they arrive without the basic supplies they need to learn and feel confident. School supplies are more than just tools; they are a child’s first step toward independence, creativity, and a sense of belonging in the classroom.

For incoming Kindergarten students, having access to crayons, pencils, paper, and hands-on learning materials supports early literacy, fine motor development, and social-emotional growth.

These resources allow students to fully participate in activities, express themselves, and build foundational skills that will shape their academic journey.

By ensuring every child has the supplies they need from day one, we are creating an equitable and welcoming learning environment where all students can thrive. Your support helps remove barriers, boosts confidence, and sets the tone for a successful and joyful start to school. Together, we can give our youngest learners the strong foundation they deserve.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

24 students impacted 5 donors
Ms. Comendador Los Feliz Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Los Angeles, CA 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

24 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bostitch Office Pencil Sharpener, Twist-N-Sharp, Easy Open Tray, Perfect for Kids, Works with Colored Pencils & Makeup Pencils, 3-Pack • Amazon Business $7.99 10 $79.90
Crayola Crayons, 16/Box, 8 Boxes (BIN3016-8) • Quill.com $25.67 3 $77.01
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $23.59 3 $70.77
School Smart Standard Pencil Boxes, Clear, Pack of 12 - Durable • School Specialty $30.37 2 $60.74
X-ACTO 12 Guillotine Trimmer Black (26232) • Staples $53.59 1 $53.59
Hamilco White Cardstock Thick Paper – 8 1/2 x 11" Blank Heavy Weight 80 lb Cover Card Stock - for Brochure Award and Stationery Printing - 50 Pack (Bright) • Amazon Business $16.82 3 $50.46
Madisi Golf Pencils With Eraser, #2 HB Half, 3.5" Mini, Pre-Sharpened, 96 Count • Amazon Business $9.98 5 $49.90
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Black, Pack of 36 - Rubber/Glass - Durable • School Specialty $39.97 1 $39.97
JEFURE 72 Pcs Black Magnetic Dry Erase Markers with Eraser Cap, White Board Mini Dry erase Markers Bulk, Fine Point Tip Student White Board Markers for Teachers Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $9.98 4 $39.92
Huggies Natural Care Cucumber, Aloe and Vitamin E Baby Wipes, Hypoallergenic, Scented, 6 Flip-Top Packs (288 Wipes Total), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $12.99 3 $38.97
Pacon© Premium White 12 in. x 18 in. Drawing Paper - 500 Sheets - 90 lb. • Nasco $38.96 1 $38.96
Staples Self-Adhesive Laminating Sheet, 9" x 12", Clear, 50/Pack (ST63083) • Quill.com $37.71 1 $37.71
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Black, 12 Count - #1 Teacher Choice, Teacher Supplies, Journaling, Note-Taking, Writing • Amazon Business $11.80 3 $35.40
Scotch Soft Touch Blunt Kids Scissors, 5", Stainless Steel, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $14.16 2 $28.32
MAYEV Mini Broom with Dustpan for Kids,Little Housekeeping Helper Set (Blue) • Amazon Business $12.95 2 $25.90
Magic Mounts Mounting Tabs 1/2x1/2 • Teachers' School Supply $2.38 10 $23.80
Barker Creek Black Tie Affair 4" Letters and Numbers, Black, 255/Pack (LL1713) • Quill.com $11.03 2 $22.06
Scholastic Counting Caddie and Place Value Pocket Chart • Amazon Business $17.49 1 $17.49
Superio Plastic Storage Container, Deep, 3.4 Quart, 3.2 Liter, Clear • School Specialty $4.87 3 $14.61
ArtCreativity Pack of 24 Colored Foam Dice Set -1.5 Inches Big - Colorful Dice Set - Six Assorted Colors - Fun Playing Kids Math Games, Classroom Games - Great Gift for Kids • Amazon Business $11.75 1 $11.75
Clothespins, Small Clothes Pins for Photos, 1.4'' 100 PCS Natural Birchwood Mini Clothes Pins, Strong Springs Colorful Clothespins with Storage Bag, Mini Clothespins for Photos, Crafts, Pictures, Art • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Construction Paper - 9" x 12" Pack of 50 Sheets - Sky Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $1.49 2 $2.98
Construction Paper - 9" x 12" Pack of 50 Sheets - Violet • Lakeshore Learning Materials $1.49 2 $2.98
Construction Paper - 9" x 12" Pack of 50 Sheets - Hot Pink • Lakeshore Learning Materials $1.49 2 $2.98
Construction Paper - 9" x 12" Pack of 50 Sheets - Turquoise • Lakeshore Learning Materials $1.49 2 $2.98

Materials cost

$837.14

Vendor shipping charges

 $44.05

Sales tax

 $76.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,000.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$176.53

Total project goal

$1,176.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,176.88

4 Donors

-$100.00

Donations toward project cost

-$85.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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 $976.88

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