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Ms. Miller from Jersey City, NJ is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Care Closet: We Need a Closet

Help me give my students a dedicated classroom care closet to house our care materials.

  • $1,526 goal

This project expired on May 14, 2025.

This project expired on May 14, 2025.

My Project

I am a third grade special education teacher in New Jersey’s second-largest, urban school district. More than half of the students in my school get free or reduced-price lunch. My school embraces a school motto that emphasizes "Respect, Accepting Others, Caring, and Excelling" in all areas. I "loop" with the same group of children and teach them for two years. My classroom is "home" to a racially, culturally, and ethnically diverse group of amazing youngsters. I am proud to be their teacher and treat this as a privilege. Unfortunately, some of our students come to school without the basic items they need to feel comfortable and supported throughout the day. To help meet these needs, we are asking for donations of care items and snacks to ensure every child has what they need to succeed. By giving them the tools they need to stay healthy and energized, we can support their academic success and make their school experience more positive.

This year, I am determined to set up a "Care & Comfort Closet" for my students.

This specific project will bring a beautiful locking cabinet to our classroom that will be filled with personal care items and snacks that are completely free to the students. The items in this closet are personal hygiene products, hair accessories, socks and underwear, gloves and snacks to take home. All of these items will be offered to the students on an as-needed basis completely free of charge. I want to create a safe space for my students where they are comfortable enough to utilize this closet to make sure they have what they need to feel great in and out of school!

Ms. Miller James Murray Elementary School 38 Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Jersey City, 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

28 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Heavy-Duty 5-Foot Locking Storage Cabinet • Lakeshore Learning Materials $899.00 1 $899.00
BINO | Stackable Storage Drawers, Large - 2 Pack, Clear | THE CRATE COLLECTION | Storage Bins With Drawers Bathroom Organizers and Storage Organization and Storage Under Sink Organizer Vanity Cabinet • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98
BINO | Stackable Storage Drawers, Tall X-Large - Clear | THE CRATE COLLECTION | Storage Bins With Drawers Bathroom Organizers and Storage Organization and Storage Under Sink Organizer Vanity Cabinet • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98
theaoo Clear Storage Bins with Lids Stackable - Large Plastic Containers for Pantry Organization and Storage - Perfect for Kitchen,Fridge,Laundry Room,Bathroom,Garage,Closet,Cabinet Organizer - 6 Pack • Amazon Business $33.99 2 $67.98
Yieach 2 Pack Stackable Makeup Organizer Storage Drawers 4.5'' Tall Acrylic Cosmetic Display Case Clear Bathroom Plastic Storage Bins For Vanity,Under Cabinets,Pantry Organization and Storage • Amazon Business $12.99 4 $51.96
IRIS USA 17 Qt Clear Storage Box, BPA-Free Plastic Stackable Bin with Lid, 4 Pack, Containers to Organize Shoes and Closet Shelves, Classroom Organization Teacher Tools, Game Storage • Amazon Business $24.36 1 $24.36

Materials cost

$1,203.26

Vendor shipping charges

 $44.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$18.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,296.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$228.75

Total project goal

$1,525.01

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