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Ms. Goodrich from Baltimore MD is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Community School Expansion Project!

Help me give my students and community school families this LG washer and dryer set to give them an option to come into the school to washer and dry there clothing, free of charge to help increase attendance.

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

I am writing to request your support in acquiring a washer and dryer for my elementary community school. Our aim is to provide a free option for families who may struggle financially, offering them the opportunity to wash and dry their clothes within the school premises when they cannot afford to do so elsewhere. By having access to these essential appliances, we believe our school can truly thrive as a community hub.

The inclusion of a washer and dryer in our facilities will directly impact the learning environment for our students.

Ensuring that children come to school with clean clothes not only boosts their self-esteem but also eliminates potential distractions, allowing them to focus more effectively on their studies. Moreover, it fosters a sense of belonging and inclusivity, reinforcing the idea that our elementary school is a place where every student's needs are valued and met.

Our primary goal with this project is to create a supportive environment that caters to the holistic needs of our students and their families. By providing access to basic amenities like laundry facilities, we hope to alleviate some of the financial burdens that families in our community may face, ultimately promoting student well-being and academic success.

What truly makes our students special is their resilience and eagerness to learn despite facing various challenges outside the classroom. Many of them come from diverse backgrounds, and yet, they embody a remarkable sense of unity and camaraderie. By investing in initiatives like the provision of a washer and dryer, we aim to further nurture this spirit of community and empower our students to reach their full potential.

Thank you for considering our request. Your assistance in this matter would greatly contribute to the growth and success of our Community School.

Ms. Goodrich
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
LG - 4.5 Cu. Ft. High-Efficiency Stackable Smart Front Load Washer with Steam and Built-In Intelligence - Black Steel • Best Buy Education $742.52 1 $742.52
LG - 7.4 Cu. Ft. Stackable Smart Electric Dryer with Steam and Built-In Intelligence - Black Steel • Best Buy Education $741.23 1 $741.23

Materials cost

$1,483.75

Vendor shipping charges

 $250.00

Sales tax

 $89.02

3rd party payment processing fee

$22.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,875.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$330.89

Total project goal

$2,205.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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