Empowered for Success: Organize Our Classroom, Inspire Young Minds!
Help me give my students organization with student mail boxes, thermal lable makers and supplies to put us in order. Help empower my classroom to run smoothly and focus on what truly matters—education and exploration!
$997 goal
This project expired on May 4, 2025.
This project expired on May 4, 2025.
My Project
Help Our Students Shine: Organize and Empower Their Learning!
Our second and third graders in Chicago are bright, resilient, and full of potential.
They come to class every day eager to learn, despite challenges like academic gaps and limited resources. To help them thrive, we’re requesting storage bins, shelves, and labels to create an organized and welcoming classroom.
These tools will make a tangible difference in our daily learning routines. With labeled bins, students can independently locate and return materials like pencils, scissors, and manipulatives, saving precious instructional time. Shelves will store books and activity kits, making them easily accessible during reading time or hands-on projects. By having a dedicated place for everything, students will feel more confident and in control of their learning environment.
Our goal is to foster independence, reduce classroom clutter, and create a calm, structured space where every child can focus and succeed. These students are extraordinary—they face challenges head-on with determination and enthusiasm. Your support will help us provide them with the tools they need to unlock their full potential and enjoy a learning space they are proud of.
Thank you for believing in our students and helping them shine!
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
80 students impacted
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VEVOR Literature Organizers, 36 Compartments Office Mailbox with Adjustable Shelves, Wood Literature Sorter 39.3x12x26.8 inches for Office, Home, Classroom, Mailrooms Organization, EPA Certified Black
• Amazon Business
$129.99
1
$129.99
P50 Thermal Label Maker with 2 Tape, 2 Inch Portable Barcode Label Printer Bluetooth Thermal Labeler for Jewelry Retail Barcode Small Business Home Office (Pink, 1 Printer+2 Labels（White/Circle）)
• Amazon Business
$69.99
1
$69.99
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 x 30 in., 2 Pads, 30 Sheets/Pad, Lined, 2x the Sticking Power, Canary Yellow
• Quill.com
$65.67
1
$65.67
12 Pcs Bins for Classroom Plastic Storage Bins with Lids Storage Bins Storage Organizer Bins Plastic Shelf Containers 15 Sheets Self Adhesive Labels for Classroom School Home Office Supplies
• Amazon Business
$62.99
1
$62.99
Prang Colored Pencil Set - Assorted Colors, 3.3 mm Core, Class Pack, Set of 288
• Blick Art Materials
$52.78
1
$52.78
Akro-Mils 10724 24-Drawer Plastic Drawer Storage Cabinet for Garage Organization, Bead Organizer, Lego Storage, Teacher Toolbox, Makeup Organizer, and More, 20-Inch W x 6-Inch D x 16-Inch H, Black
• Amazon Business
$40.05
1
$40.05
Ripeng 7 Pack Stackable Plastic Paper Bins in Bright Colors Desk Letter Organizer Tray Teacher Office Files Document Storage Playroom Organization Basket for Kids and Classroom
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Scotch C20-WAVE Desktop Tape Dispenser with 10 Rolls of Tape, Molten Ink
• School Specialty
$39.97
1
$39.97
Pencil Dispenser Holder Green Stainless Steel Dispenser for Pencils with 6 Beautiful stickers for Decoration Metal Pencil Dispenser for Classroom Home Office Teachers Students (Pencils Not Included)
• Amazon Business
$35.49
1
$35.49
Nature Valley Oats & Honey Granola Bar, 28 Bars/Box (GEM2382)
• Quill.com
$30.99
1
$30.99
Phomemo Label Maker Machine with Tape, D30 Portable Bluetooth Label Printer for Storage, Barcode, Mailing, Office, Home, Organizing, Mini Sticker Make with Multiple Templates,with 3 Rolls,Green
• Amazon Business
$29.38
1
$29.38
Akro-Mils 10716 16-Drawer Plastic Drawer Storage Cabinet for Garage Organization, Bead Organizer, Lego Storage, Teacher Toolbox, Makeup Organizer, 10-1/2-Inch W x 6-1/2-Inch D x 8-1/2-Inch H, Black
• Amazon Business
$24.23
1
$24.23
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Pencil Sharpeners, Colored Pencil Sharpner for 6-8mm Pencils, Fast Sharpen in 3-5s, 3 Sharpness Setting, Sharpen 10000 Times for School/Classroom/Teachers
• Amazon Business
$24.00
1
$24.00
DALTACK Paper Organizer for Desk with 3 Pen Holders, 5-Tier Desk Organizer Tray with Handles, Paper Organizer Storage, Paper Tray Organizer for Home Office School, Black
• Amazon Business
$19.98
1
$19.98
2 Pack Magnetic Book Shelf for Whiteboard, Acrylic Magnetic Book Shelf Tool Tray for Refrigerator Classroom Organization
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Dabo & Shobo 48 Colors Permanent Markers, Fast Drying, Suitable For Classroom Office Meeting，Works On Plastic, Wood, Stone, Metal and Glass for Doodling, Coloring, Marking
• Amazon Business
$15.59
1
$15.59
Scotch Double Sided Tape with Tape Dispenser, Office and School Supplies for Arts and Crafts, Alternative to Scrapbooking Tape, 0.5 in. x 500 in., 6 Tape Rolls With One Tape Dispenser
• Amazon Business
$13.25
1
$13.25
VICNOVA Magnetic Clips, 24 Pieces Magnetic Metal Chip Clips Fridge Magnets Refrigerator Whiteboard Locker Magnets Heavy Duty Clip Classroom Organization Teacher Must Haves School Supplies Accessories
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
12 Pack Classroom Pencil and Pen Organizer Basket Trays,Office Supply Baskets Organization Trays for School Classroom Office (black and white)
• Amazon Business
$12.89
1
$12.89
Sharp and Dull Pencil Buckets for Classroom, Set of 2 Metal Tin Pails, Back to School Teachers Classroom Management Organization Supplies by 4E's Novelty
• Amazon Business
$12.73
1
$12.73
Scotch Tough Grip Moving Packaging Tape, 1.88"x 22.2 yd, Designed for Moving and Packing, Stays Strong for Tough Jobs, 1.5" Core, Clear, 6 Dispensered Rolls (150-6)
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Elonbo Carrying Case for Phomemo D30 Label Maker Machine/for Phomemo D35 Portable Bluetooth Label Printer Travel Bag, Mini Smart Phone Handheld Labeler Storage Holder, Pocket Fits Label Paper, Green
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Post-It Super Sticky Big Notes, 11 x 11 Inches, Green, 30 Sheets
• School Specialty
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