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Ms. Lakshmi Akuarthi from Jacksonville, FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to Basics: Support for Essential Classroom Supplies

Help me give my students basic classroom supplies to empower them in their learning journey.

  • 7 donors
  • $236 goal

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My Project

A great education begins with a well-stocked classroom. For our students to thrive, they need access to the basic tools that will help them stay organized, motivated, and ready to learn.

From writing materials to organizational tools, these classroom supplies will make a huge difference in the daily lives of our students.

Your donation will help ensure that every child in our class has the resources they need to succeed, from the first bell to the last. By supporting this project, you’re not just providing supplies — you’re investing in the future of our students and giving them the tools to succeed in all their endeavors. Thank you for being a part of their educational journey!

Ms. Lakshmi Akuarthi Terry Parker High School Grades 9-12

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.

More about Ms. Lakshmi Akuarthi

Jacksonville, FL 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

180 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Classpack of 240 • Blick Art Materials $40.87 1 $40.87
WRVCSS 6Pack Classroom caddy, assorted color for Classrooms, Kids Room, and Office Organization,9"(L) x6.7(W) x6.5(H),4 compartments • Amazon Business $18.79 2 $37.58
Elmer's All Purpose School Jumbo Glue Sticks 0.77 oz. White 30/Pack (E599) • Staples $33.21 1 $33.21
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 144 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Scissors Bulk 6-Pack, All Purpose Scissors Stainless Steel Sharp Scissors for Office Home General Use Craft Supplies, High/Middle School Classroom Class Older Kids Scissor Set, Right/Left Handed… • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Mead Loose Leaf Paper, 3 Pack, Notebook Paper, Wide Ruled Filler Paper, Standard, 8 x 10.5, 200 Sheets per Pack (73183) • Amazon Business $10.43 1 $10.43

Materials cost

$158.06

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.37

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$200.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.36

Total project goal

$235.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $235.74

4 Donors

-$145.36

Donations toward project cost

-$123.56

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.80

Matching donations from our partners

-$90.38

Match offers toward project cost

-$76.82

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.56

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 $0.00

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