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Mrs. Siddique from Ridgewood, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Would You Like A Bear Hug?

Help me give my students a toy to squeeze when they're feeling blue.

  • 1 donor
  • $233 goal

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Mrs. Siddique has another project! Donate to Who Needs a Computer?! to help her classroom.

$1,223 - complete this project and be a hero

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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

Comfort Bears: A Hug for Every Student

My students are hardworking, kind, and full of energy, but like all children, they sometimes face stress, anxiety, or difficult emotions.

Whether it’s academic pressure, personal struggles, or just a tough day, I want to create a safe space where they feel supported and comforted.

The teddy bears I’m requesting will provide my students with a simple yet powerful tool to manage their emotions. When they are feeling overwhelmed, they can hug or squeeze a bear for comfort. This small act can help them self-regulate, refocus, and continue learning with a sense of security.

My goal for this project is to foster a classroom environment where students feel emotionally safe and cared for. These teddy bears will remind them that they are not alone and that it’s okay to take a moment to breathe and reset.

My students are special because they are resilient and eager to grow, even in the face of challenges. With your support, we can give them a source of comfort that helps them navigate their emotions and stay engaged in learning. Thank you for making a difference in their lives!

Mrs. Siddique IS 77 Joseph F Quinn School Grades 6-8

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 Mrs. Siddique

Ridgewood, NY 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

720 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tezituor Teddy Bear Stuffed Animal Bulk 12 Packs, 14in Small Bulk Teddy Bear Plush, Teddy Bears Centerpiece for Baby Shower, Stuffed Bear Gift for Kids, Christmas, Valentines, Light Brown/Dark Brown • Amazon Business $54.99 3 $164.97

Materials cost

$164.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$197.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$34.84

Total project goal

$232.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $232.28

1 Donor

-$232.28

Donations toward project cost

-$197.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.84

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 $0.00

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