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Ms. Goode from Richmond, VA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Minds, One Book at a Time

Help me give my students access to engaging, critical, and thought-provoking novels and supporting resources that will allow them to thrive.

  • $513 goal

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My Project

Reading opens the doors to so many adventures, ideas, and opportunities. For so many students, literature offers everything: escapism, validation, expansion, and more.

As a new teacher teaching in high-poverty school in a high-poverty district, it is my goal to bridge any gaps between my students and their access to thought-provoking and engaging books.

With your donation, I can bring in items to my classroom that tell my students that they are worth it.

Dry erase markers, coloring books, snacks, and new books contribute to a positive atmosphere, ensure my students have a safe but challenging learning environment, and help students rise to the occasion, even on the toughest of days.

While I do not have the means to address all the issues facing my school, with your generosity, at least I can try to show my students that they are valued every day when they walk into my classroom. Despite how I spread my support and care, my hands alone will never be wide enough to catch everything I want and need for my students. Your generosity, support, and belief in the importance of education is deeply appreciated.

Ms. Goode Thomas Jefferson 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

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.

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Richmond, VA 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
4 High School Favorites #1 (Ages 14+): Becoming, Black Enough, Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption, Blackout (paperback & hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $60.00 1 $60.00
Post-it Notes 3 x 3 Poptimistic Collection 100 Sheets/Pad 18 Pads/Cabinet Pack (654-18CTCP) • Staples $23.90 1 $23.90
Call Us What We Carry (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $22.49 1 $22.49
Dry-Erase Marker Expo Set of 4 • Carolina Biological Supply Company $9.94 2 $19.88
Long Way Down: The Graphic Novel (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $19.00 1 $19.00
Cemetery Boys (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $19.00 1 $19.00
Punching the Air (hardcover) • MahoganyBooks $17.99 1 $17.99
Their Eyes Were Watching God (Modern Classics) (paperback) • MahoganyBooks $17.99 1 $17.99
The Poet X (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
Wonder (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
Fun Favorites Scented Motivational Stickers - Variety Pack • Lakeshore Learning Materials $15.99 1 $15.99
Furia (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $15.00 1 $15.00
Djeco Temporary Tattoos - Dino Club • Blick Art Materials $4.99 3 $14.97
Pop Manga Cute and Creepy Coloring Book • Blick Art Materials $12.86 1 $12.86
The Book Thief (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
Bob Ross Coloring Book • Blick Art Materials $11.04 1 $11.04
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $11.00 1 $11.00
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack, Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes - 105 Wipes (30112) • Quill.com $9.99 1 $9.99
BIC Brite Liner Stick Highlighters, Chisel, Assorted, Dozen (30221) • Quill.com $9.79 1 $9.79
Worlds of Wonder Coloring Book • Blick Art Materials $9.64 1 $9.64
Swingline Desktop Stapler 20 Sheet Capacity Black (44401) • Staples $8.98 1 $8.98
The Plant Lady: A Floral Coloring Book with Succulents and Flowers • Blick Art Materials $8.91 1 $8.91
Ghost (Track #1) (paperback) • MahoganyBooks $7.19 1 $7.19
Staples Hardboard Clipboard, Letter, Brown (44290) • Quill.com $2.69 2 $5.38

Materials cost

$384.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.77

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$435.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.89

Total project goal

$512.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $512.60

2 Donors

-$237.22

Donations toward project cost

-$225.36

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.86

match offer

-$247.47

Match offer toward project cost

-$210.35

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.12

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.91

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