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Mrs. Riley from Whitesboro, TX is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Free Little Library for Smart Little Bearcats!

Help me give my students a Little Free Library that can help our community in bringing more books into the homes of our students for free!

  • 3 donors
  • $260 still needed

expires Jul 25

  • 3 donors
  • $260 still needed
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I am thrilled to reach out with an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our students' learning journey. We are seeking your support to establish a Free Little Library for our school community. This accessible, student-centered library will provide a rotating selection of diverse books that cater to readers of all levels and interests. Your generous contribution of the Little Free Library will nurture a lifelong love of reading and ensure every child has access to literature.

The items you provide will directly foster literacy, comprehension, and imagination.

Many of our students lack consistent access to age-appropriate books at home, making this library an invaluable resource. By donating, you are giving students the chance to explore new worlds, expand their vocabulary, and build confidence in their reading abilities. Each book will act as a gateway to discovery, encouraging curiosity and a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.

Our goal is to create a space where reading is celebrated and knowledge is shared. The Free Little Library will be open to all students, as well as their families, promoting community-wide engagement. We aim to offer books representing diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences so that every child can see themselves in the stories they read. Additionally, we hope to inspire student leadership through opportunities to organize, manage, and recommend books to their peers.

What makes our students truly special is their resilience, curiosity, and eagerness to learn. Despite everyday challenges, they remain enthusiastic learners, always ready to dive into a new story or share what they’ve discovered. Your support will empower them, opening doors to a lifetime of learning and growth. Together, we can turn the dream of a Free Little Library into a reality. Thank you for considering our cause.

Mrs. Riley J.W. Hayes Primary School Grades PreK-2

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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

Never Before Funded 600 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LITTLE FREE LIBRARY® Kit, Made in America by The Nonprofit That Expands Book Access • Amazon Business $329.95 1 $329.95

Materials cost

$329.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$364.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.39

Total project goal

$429.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $429.29

1 Donor

-$170.00

Donations toward project cost

-$144.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.50

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 $259.29

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