Teachers: Supply Your Classroom Without Spending Your Own Money
Teachers create one simple list that includes individual student needs, shared classroom supplies, and items for students who can't provide their own—no more fragmented parent emails or personal spending.
100% free for teachers • No credit card required
Fully funded
by your community
How EdBud Works
Get your classroom fully supplied in three simple steps
Create Your List
Build one comprehensive supply list that includes individual student items, shared classroom supplies, and extras for students in need.
- Pre-built templates
- Custom item additions
- Equity provisions included
Share with Parents
Send one simple link to all parents, local businesses and other community members. They can view the list, see what's needed, and coordinate with other families.
- One link for everyone
- No email chains
- Real-time updates
Get Fully Supplied
Parents fulfill the list while the community covers supplies for students in need. Your classroom gets everything—without you spending a dime.
- 100% funding
- No gaps left behind
- Zero teacher spending
The Problem Every Teacher Faces
Traditional supply lists create chaos for teachers and confusion for parents
Out-of-Pocket Spending
Teachers spend an average of $754 per year on classroom supplies because traditional lists don't account for every need.
Fragmented Communication
Dozens of separate emails to parents create confusion about what's needed and who needs to bring what.
Students Left Behind
Some students can't afford supplies, forcing teachers to quietly fill the gaps from their own pockets.
💡 The EdBud Solution
One List. Complete Funding. Zero Hassle.
Individual + Shared Supplies
One comprehensive list covers everything your classroom needs
Built-in Equity
Include supplies for students who can't provide their own—funded by the community
Simple Parent Communication
Share one link—parents see exactly what to get
What your registry looks like to parents
As simple as a shopping list — clear, friendly, and easy to use.
Ms. Rivera's Classroom
3rd Grade · Lincoln Elementary
Wishlist
- 📦Fulfilled
Crayola Markers (Pack of 24)
For art projects and journaling
- 📦Buy on Amazon
Wide-ruled Notebooks
Set of 10 for new students
- 📦Buy on Amazon
Tissue Boxes
Cold season is here — 6 boxes
- 📦Buy on Amazon
Expo Dry-Erase Markers
Black, blue and red, 12 ct.
Everything You Need in One Place
EdBud isn't just a supply list—it's a complete solution designed to eliminate teacher spending and ensure every student has what they need to succeed.
All-in-One Lists
Combine individual student supplies, shared classroom materials, and equity provisions in a single, organized list that parents can easily understand.
Community Funding
Built-in support for students who can't afford supplies. The school community contributes to ensure no child is left without the tools they need.
Real-Time Tracking
See exactly what's been provided and what's still needed. No more guesswork or duplicate items showing up on the first day of school.
Simple Parent Access
Parents get one link that works on any device. No accounts to create, no apps to download—just clear, actionable information.
Ready to Stop Spending Your Own Money?
Join teachers across the country who are supplying their classrooms without spending a single dollar from their own pockets.
Always free for teachers • No credit card required
What teachers told us
We asked teachers across the country how much they spend on their own classrooms. Here's what they said.
I spend about $250 a month on materials, snacks, subscriptions and sanitary items for the class. So in 10 months, $2,500.
Probably in excess of $2,000 per year — between daily classroom supplies, motivational items like stickers and treasure box, and science materials.
Anywhere from $1,500–$3,000 a year. I teach science and social studies through project-based learning.
Yes, I catch myself all the time. It can be like buying pencils and pens, even notebooks to supply students. Every year I spend $600 buying decor and stuff for kids. Sometimes I even spend more.
I'm not sure because it's my first year teaching, but from August to today (February), I have spent over $1,500.
Anywhere from $500 to $1,500. It depends on if I am changing the classroom or buying needs tools.
Maybe $400 a year, and on top of that I get my students' artwork published in Prehistoric Times Magazine. Once that happens I purchase the magazines for them.
Hello! I probably spend $300+ a year on supplies. I was shocked this year to find I needed to purchase paper clips, staples and construction paper. I'm teaching in Florida.
I absolutely spend my own money, and I'm sure it's upwards of $500+ each year.
Hello — yeah, indeed I do. Approximately $300–$500 yearly.
Probably around $300.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about EdBud