You're on track to get doubled donations (and unlock a reward for the colleague who referred you). Keep up the great work!
Take credit for your charitable giving! Check out your tax receipts
Donate
To use your $50 gift card credits, find a project to fund and we'll automatically apply your credits at checkout. Find a classroom project
Skip to main content

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.

See this teacher's page

This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Nelson from Richmond, VA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

See what Ms. Nelson is requesting

My First Year Teaching

Help me give my students an environment to stimulate their minds

  • $450 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Keep the momentum going! Make a donation to Ms. Nelson for her next project!

Help Ms. Nelson

Keep the momentum going! Make a donation to Ms. Nelson for her next project!

My Project

As I embark on my first year of teaching, I’m excited to create a vibrant and welcoming classroom environment that will inspire and engage my students. I am reaching out to seek support in decorating the classroom to ensure it’s a space where learning and creativity can thrive. Any assistance with supplies, decorations, or even creative ideas would be greatly appreciated. Your help will not only contribute to a positive atmosphere but also set the stage for a memorable and successful school year. Thank you in advance for your support and enthusiasm!

Ms. Nelson Bellevue Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

More about Ms. Nelson

Richmond, VA View local requests

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

30 students impacted 2donors

Boost your odds

Add a profile photo in addition to your classroom photo. If you add a photo, it'll show up right here on your project page.

You are more likely to receive funding if you put a face to your name.

Upload a photo

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

You donate directly to the teacher or project you care about and see where every dollar you give goes.

Expand the "Where your donation goes" section below to see exactly what Ms. Nelson is requesting.

See our finances

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Natural Accents Leaves Classroom Carpet - 4' x 6' • Lakeshore Learning Materials $179.00 1 $179.00
Fadeless Bulletin Board Art Paper, Neutral Assortment, 48" x 12', 4 Rolls (PAC0057531) • Quill.com $50.39 1 $50.39
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Fresh Scent 700 Wipes/Container (31547) • Staples $46.05 1 $46.05
Hadley Designs 12 Farmhouse Math Posters For Elementary School Posters For Classroom Decorations For Teachers, Multiplication Chart Poster For Teachers, Place Value Chart for Classroom Wall • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
Geyoga 15 Pcs Educational Math Posters Set Large Math Symbol Posters Multiplication Poster Educational Posters Homeschool Supplies Math Keywords Math Vocabulary Posters for Classroom (Rainbow Daisy) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Monitor Wipes, Pre-Moistened Computer Screen Wipes for Electronics, Computer Monitor Cleaning Wipes for Eyeglasses, Tablets, Camera Lenses, Laptop, Screen Cleaner Wipes for Phones, TV, LCD • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Zonon 10 Pcs Science Classroom Decoration Science Banner and Poster for Teachers Scientist Bulletin Board Set Science Posters Science Lab Cutout for Elementary Middle Preschool Office (Motivational) • Amazon Business $6.79 1 $6.79
10 Pcs Science Classroom Decoration Science Banner and Poster for Teachers Scientist Bulletin Board Set Science Posters Science Lab Cutout for Elementary Middle Preschool Office Supplies (Blue) • Amazon Business $4.39 1 $4.39

Materials cost

$338.09

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$382.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.43

Total project goal

$449.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $449.54

2 Donors

-$449.54

Donations toward project cost

-$382.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$67.43

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

View complete list Show less

Give the most requested basic supplies

See teacher requests

Give back to your community

Find opportunities to impact local needs by exploring a map of classroom projects near you.

See local area

Project Activity

Project Activity
Back to top

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Nelson and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.

See how DonorsChoose works
{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"VA","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":2,"name":"Elementary School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":false,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/my-first-year-teaching/8540664/","mayHaveReplacements":true,"numStudents":30,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Nelson","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"-1769944532","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"schoolCity":"Richmond","teachersOnPage":[9615052],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":false,"proposalId":8540664,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"authorIds":{"9615052":{"owner":"Ms. Nelson","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[8540664],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9615052_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x0,y620&width=136&height=136&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723058676958","teacherHasProfilePhoto":true,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":19,"teacherChallengeId":22359438,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":9615052,"schoolCounty":"Henrico","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"VA","name":"Virginia"}}