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Ms. Cunningham from Gardena, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Essentials To End The Year Strong

Help me give my students classroom essentials to finish this year and start next year strong!

  • 2 donors
  • $479 goal

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My Project

Imagine walking into a classroom ready to learn, only to find that basic supplies—like pencils, glue sticks, and tissues—are missing. For many of my students, this is their reality. My class is full of bright, eager learners, but most come from low-income families who are unable to provide the necessary materials for school.

I am requesting essential classroom supplies to create an environment where students can focus on learning instead of worrying about having a pencil to write with or a tissue when they’re sick.

Items like construction paper, dry erase markers, privacy folders, and clipboards will help keep our lessons engaging and organized. Band-aids and tissues will ensure that small needs don’t become big distractions.

These supplies may seem simple, but they make a world of difference. With your help, my students will have the tools they need to succeed, feel confident, and stay focused to finish the school year strong.

Thank you for investing in their education and future!

Ms. Cunningham Gardena Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

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Gardena, 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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Clipboards, HERKKA 15 Pack Plastic Office Clipboards, Assorted Color Plastic Clipboards, Low Profile Clip Standard A4 Letter Size, Office Supplies Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $24.88 2 $49.76
Quill Brand? Flat Box Facial Tissue, 2-Ply, White, 100 Sheets/Box, 30 Boxes/Carton (7TF830-QCCCT) • Quill.com $44.99 1 $44.99
Rarlan Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Pre-sharpened, 500 Count Bulk Pack • Amazon Business $37.96 1 $37.96
Honoson 24 Pcs Bulk Inspirational Privacy Folders for Students Cardboard Test Privacy Boards Motivational Words Desk Dividers Shield for Classroom School Study Supplies, 6 Styles(Colorful) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Band-Aid Brand Flexible Fabric Adhesive Bandages Assorted Sizes 100 Count (117178) • Staples $13.61 2 $27.22
100 Pack Pencil Sharpeners Bulk - Double Hole Pencil Sharpener Manual with Cover for School Kids, Small Cute Pencil sharpeners Handheld for Students School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use • Amazon Business $21.39 1 $21.39
Expo Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black 36/Pack (1921062) • Staples $21.38 1 $21.38
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70
Prang Medium Weight Construction Paper - White, 12" x 18", Pkg of 50 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $3.01 6 $18.06
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, for Use with Thermal Laminators, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Letter Size Sheets, 100 Count • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
BIC Round Stic Xtra-Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Black Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609-BLK) • Quill.com $7.11 1 $7.11
Mr. Pen- Hot Glue Gun Sticks, 60 Pack, Mini, 4 Inch, Hot Glue Sticks, Glue Gun Sticks, Hot Glue, Glue Sticks for Hot Glue Gun, Clear Glue Sticks, Hot Melt Glue Sticks • Amazon Business $6.84 1 $6.84
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Top Erasers Cap Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$331.37

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $30.32

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$406.61

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.75

Total project goal

$478.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $478.36

1 Donor

-$239.17

Donations toward project cost

-$203.30

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.87

match offer

-$239.19

Match offer toward project cost

-$203.31

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.88

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