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Ms. Starace from Brooklyn, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Zen Den for Students with Autism

Help me give my students a calm, supportive space to focus, grow, and thrive!

  • $980 goal

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My Project

We are raising funds to create a dedicated sensory room for students with autism, designed to provide a calm, supportive environment where they can focus, self-regulate, and feel empowered to succeed.

Many students on the autism spectrum face challenges with sensory processing, and a well-equipped sensory room can make all the difference in their ability to engage with learning and feel comfortable in the classroom.

Your donation to our DonorsChoose campaign will directly help purchase essential sensory tools, such as calming lights, tactile materials, noise-canceling headphones, and more. Every contribution—no matter the size—helps ensure that these students have the resources they need to thrive. Thank you for being part of this important initiative and helping create a more inclusive, supportive learning space!

Ms. Starace PS K369 Coy L Cox School Grades 3-5

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.

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Brooklyn, NY 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 21donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Eaersan 70.2'' Crocodile Montessori Busy Board,Sensory Board,Wall Toy,Activity Cube Panels,Wall Activity Center,Educational Toy,Playroom Furniture,Interactive Wooden Learning Toy for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $169.98 1 $169.98
Special Supplies Square Floor Liquid Tiles for Kids, Set of 9, Colorful Early Learning Sensory Activity Mats for Toddlers and Children, Anti-Slip Backing for Active Play, Dance, and Games • Amazon Business $89.00 1 $89.00
Delta Children Cozee Cube Chair, Kid Size (For Kids Up To 10 Years Old), Blossom • Amazon Business $84.11 1 $84.11
ODOXIA Sequin Sensory Wall Frame | Sensory Wall Sequin Flip Fabric for Kids | Sensory Wall and Room Board | Reversible Sequin Fabric | Sequin Wall Panel | Sequin Fabric • Amazon Business $79.95 1 $79.95
HEXlights Sensory Lights for Autistic Children — 7pk Touch Hexagon Lights, Remote Controlled Light Tiles — Enjoyed by Kids with Autism as a Tap Tap Wall Lights for Sensory Room — Table Stand Included • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
COLORLIFE Cool Jellyfish lamp Sensory Synthetic Realistic Jelly Fish Tank Aquarium Mood Lamp for Home Office Decor Gifts for Kids Women Men Birthday Christmas Holiday Presents • Amazon Business $24.90 2 $49.80
Heritage Kids Faux Fur Kids Saucer Chair, Black with Black Base • Amazon Business $49.70 1 $49.70
Sensory Sack (Medium), Body Sock, Calming Therapy Blanket, Sensory Toys Stress Relief, Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, ADD, Tactile Items for Therapeutic Play, Kids Fidget Toy, Body Pod in Green - Sensory4U • Amazon Business $19.11 2 $38.22
Color Noise Sound Machines with 10 Colors Night Light 25 Soothing Sounds and Sleep White Noise Machine 32 Volume Levels 5 Timers Adjustable Brightness Memory Function for Adult Kid Baby • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Outus 2 Pcs Peanut Ball 35 x 17.7 Inch Balance Stability Sitting Ball Yoga Ball Chair Exercise Ball Pump Sensory Seat Sensory Room Equipment for Autistic Kids Physical Therapy Core Strength Training • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
ronivia Weighted Stuffed Animals, Weighted Bear Stuffed Animal Toy Cute Black Bear Plush Pillow Weighted Plush Animals Toy, 11.8" • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
ronivia Weighted Husky Stuffed Animal Toy, 11.8 inch, Plush Pillow • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Smartwo Montessori Activities Busy Board - Wooden Sensory Toy for Toddler, Educational Learning, Train Kid's Fine Motor, Concentration and Life Skill Ability, for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
KEEPJOY Classroom Pocket Charts for Cell Phone Calculator Holders, Pocket Organizer for Cell Phone Jail with 30 Clear Pockets Chart Size 33.5 x 24.5 Inch Classroom Pocket Storage (Beige-30pockets) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (1 Piece) • Amazon Business $7.59 2 $15.18
One Fire Night Light for Kids, 96 Lighting Modes Star Projector 360° Rotating+6 Films Kids Night Light Projector,Rechargeable Baby Night Light Ceiling Projector for Bedroom,Kids Gifts&Kids Room Decor • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
24 Packs Mini Pop Fidget Toy Pack Simple Bubble Poping Keychain, Squeeze Stress Relief Sensory Hand Toy, Office Desk Pops Bulk Toys Gradution Student Gifts for Girls Boys Party Favors for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$790.83

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$832.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$146.95

Total project goal

$979.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $979.64

13 Donors

-$957.58

Donations toward project cost

-$832.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$124.89

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$22.06

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