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Mr. De La Cruz from Los Angeles, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Back to School Basics

Help me give my students basic school supplies for the new school year.

  • $175 goal

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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

I am seeking support for our classroom by requesting dry erase erasers, two-pocket folders, and pencil pouches. These items are essential for enhancing our students’ learning experience. Dry erase erasers will ensure that our whiteboard activities remain clear and organized, facilitating a more interactive and engaging classroom environment. Two-pocket folders will help students keep their assignments and important papers neatly organized, reducing clutter and improving their ability to manage their work effectively. Pencil pouches will ensure that each student has easy access to their writing tools, fostering independence and minimizing disruptions.

My goal is to create a more organized learning space where students can focus on their studies without unnecessary distractions.

What makes my students special is their enthusiasm for learning and their diverse perspectives that enrich our classroom discussions. By providing these simple yet impactful tools, we aim to support their organizational skills and enhance their overall educational experience, setting them up for success both now and in the future.

Mr. De La Cruz Hoover Street Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Mr. De La Cruz

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

22 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
100 Pack of Bulk Colorful Paper Folders with Pockets - Wholesale Folders (100 Folders in 6 Colors) • Amazon Business $39.39 1 $39.39
IKAYAS 24 Pack Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder Bulk Binder Pencil Pouch with Zipper, Pencil Pouches Pencil Bags for Classroom Bulk Pencil Box Pencil Case for Storing School Students Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $28.89 1 $28.89
Swingline Paper Cutter, Guillotine Trimmer, 15" Cut Length, 10 Sheet Capacity, ClassicCut Lite (9315) • Amazon Business $24.58 1 $24.58
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (03, 4 Color) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$106.85

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $9.78

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$148.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.16

Total project goal

$174.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $174.39

1 Donor

-$78.02

Donations toward project cost

-$74.12

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.90

match offer

-$87.19

Match offer toward project cost

-$74.11

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.08

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$9.18

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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