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Mr. Banks from Philadelphia, PA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Comfortable Computer Lab

Help me give my students seating and lighting for a comfortable cozy classroom to enjoy the computer lab.

  • $540 goal

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My Project

I'm requesting cozy seating, soft lighting, and inspirational posters to create a welcoming, comfortable learning environment for my students. These items will help them feel more at ease, increasing focus, creativity, and engagement. My goal is to foster a space where students can enjoy learning, feel valued, and express themselves freely. My students are incredibly special—each one brings unique perspectives, talents, and energy to the classroom. With your support, we can create a positive, inspiring space that nurtures their potential and helps them thrive academically and personally. This will help with my first year as a teacher.

Mr. Banks Achieve Academy East-Hunting Park Grades 6-8

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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Philadelphia, PA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

100 students impacted 10donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Shintenchi 47" Small Modern Loveseat Couch Sofa, Fabric Upholstered 2-Seat Sofa, Love Seat Furniture with 2 Pillows, Wood Leg for Small Space, Living Room, Bedroom, Apartment, Dark Grey • Amazon Business $156.49 1 $156.49
Big Joe Milano Beanbag Chair Navy Smartmax • Amazon Business $54.43 2 $108.86
Ambimall 61'' Modern Floor Lamp with Shade, Tall Lamps for Living Room, Bedroom, Office, Dining Room, White Shade with Black Pole(Without Bulb) • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
RISLG 2 Pack Table Lamp for Bedroom, Bedside Lamps for Nightstand with Wire Switch, Minimalist Desk Lamps with Linen Fabric Shade for Kids Room Living Room Office Dorm, Bulb Included • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
Tenmiro 50ft LED Strip Lights, RGB LED Smart Music Sync Color Changing LED Lights Strips with Remote LED Lights for Bedroom, Room, TV, Party • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
African American Wall Art Classroom Decor - Black Art - Inspirational Wall Decor - African American Boys, Men - Motivational Posters - Positive Quotes Wall Decor - Reading Wall Decor - Black Pride • Amazon Business $12.85 1 $12.85

Materials cost

$422.14

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$458.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$80.91

Total project goal

$539.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $539.38

7 Donors

-$530.55

Donations toward project cost

-$458.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.08

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.83

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 $0.00

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