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Ms. Martin from Orrville, AL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Cozy Learning Space

Help me give my students new comfortable chairs and desks for our learning environment.

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I love how curious and determined my students are, even when faced with challenges. Many of them come from diverse backgrounds and don’t always have a quiet, comfortable place to study or read at home. That’s why I want to create a cozy, welcoming classroom environment that supports their academic and emotional needs. With resources like flexible seating, I can transform our space into a peaceful retreat where students feel safe, focused, and motivated to learn. These improvements will help them concentrate better, build confidence, and make learning a more enjoyable and meaningful experience every day.

Ms. Martin Keith Middle-High School 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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Orrville, AL 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

70 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Ergo Bounce Chair and Desk Set - Gr. 4-12 - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $589.00 6 $3,534.00

Materials cost

$3,534.00

Vendor shipping charges

 $176.70

Sales tax

 $288.02

3rd party payment processing fee

$53.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$4,081.73

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$720.31

Total project goal

$4,802.04

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Total project goal

 $4,802.04

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 $4,802.04

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