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Ms. Towns from Atlanta, GA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Money Talks

Help me give my students a space to talk about money and business.

  • $251 goal

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Ms. Towns has another project! Donate to My Business My Life to help her classroom.

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My Project

My students love talking about money. Creating a "money center" lounge area in my classroom offers numerous benefits for teaching students about investing in stocks and all things money. This relaxed, comfortable environment encourages collaboration and open discussions, making financial education more approachable and less intimidating. The lounge with chairs and books on investing, also fosters teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving, as students analyze market trends and make decisions in a simulated stock market environment. Ultimately, this space prepares students for real-life financial decisions, empowering them to become more informed and confident investors.

Ms. Towns Midtown High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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Atlanta, GA View local requests

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

HBCU Alum 28 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
COLAMY Rocking Chair Nursery, Upholstered Glider Rocker Accent Chair Saucer Armchair with Comfy Cushions, Wood Base and Metal Legs for Living Room, Bedroom, Office, Green • Amazon Business $126.00 1 $126.00
The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom: Build Wealth, Retire Early, and Live the Life of Your Dreams • Amazon Business $15.29 1 $15.29
Money Skills for Teens and Young Adults: A Fast Track to Financial Savvy: Learn to Budget, Save Wisely, Invest Smartly, Spend Prudently, and Secure Your Future in Just 15 Minutes a Day • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Rich Dad Poor Dad for Teens: The Secrets about Money--That You Don't Learn in School! • Amazon Business $13.46 1 $13.46

Materials cost

$168.74

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $11.64

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$212.91

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.57

Total project goal

$250.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $250.48

2 Donors

-$125.23

Donations toward project cost

-$106.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.78

match offer

-$125.25

Match offer toward project cost

-$106.46

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.79

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 $0.00

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