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Ms. Merry from Phoenix, AZ is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Let's Celebrate!

Help me give my students rewards such as fidget toys and erasers to recognize hard work and positive behavior.

  • 2 donors
  • $178 still needed

expires Jul 20

  • 2 donors
  • $178 still needed
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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

We believe that recognizing hard work and positive behavior is key to creating a motivating and enriching learning environment. Our PBIS rewards program is designed to encourage students to engage actively in their education, show kindness and respect to their peers, and strive for excellence in all areas of their learning.

With your generous donation, we can provide students with small meaningful rewards that foster motivation, self-esteem, and a love for learning.

These rewards will not only inspire academic achievement but also promote positive character development and strengthen our school community.

Your contribution will directly impact the lives of students, ensuring that they feel valued for their efforts and are motivated to continue growing both academically and personally.

Ms. Merry Pendergast Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

More about Ms. Merry

Phoenix, AZ 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

50 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Really Good Stuff Chalkboard Style Grades K-2 Self-Adhesive Vinyl Desktop Helpers - Set of 24 | Student Desk Name Tags | Pre-Cut, Durable, and Versatile • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
1000 Pcs Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift Toys Autism Sensory Goodie Bags Stuffers, Treasure Box Prizes Toys for Classroom • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 100 Count, Clear, 5 mil., Laminate Business Cards, Banners and Essays, Ideal Office or School Supplies, Fits Letter Sized Paper (8.9 in. × 11.4 in.) • Amazon Business $23.70 1 $23.70
Animal Erasers for Kids 50 Pack Kids Eraser Bulk Pull Apart Erasers 3D Puzzle Erasers Classroom Rewards and Prizes Class Treasure Box Kids Party Favors Back to School Supplies Gift • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Party Favors Toy for Kids, Treasure Box Prizes for Classroom, Birthday Party, School Classroom Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Pinata Fillers, Treasure Chest, Goodie Bag Stuffers for Boys Girls 4-8-12 • Amazon Business $19.90 1 $19.90

Materials cost

$123.56

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$8.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$164.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.98

Total project goal

$193.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$193.22

1 Donor

-$10.00

Donations toward project cost

-$9.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.50

match offer

-$5.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$4.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.18

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$177.05

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