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Ms. Liu from Rochester, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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3D Dreams in the Making

Help me give my students restock on STEM essential supplies including 3D pens

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Liu's classroom raised $640

This project is fully funded

My Project

Supporting young girls in STEM is not just about equity—it's about unlocking untapped potential that can drive innovation and progress in every field. Girls often face subtle but powerful social messages that steer them away from science, technology, engineering, and math from an early age. By creating environments where their curiosity is encouraged and their talents are nurtured, we help build their confidence and spark their passion for discovery. Providing access to resources like 3D pens, lacing strings, and even toothpicks for engineering challenges can make abstract concepts tangible and fun. These tools aren’t just supplies—they’re invitations to experiment, problem-solve, and think like future scientists and creators.

Hands-on activities that blend creativity with technical thinking are especially important for young learners.

When girls are given the freedom to build, tinker, and imagine with materials that stimulate both sides of the brain, they develop the skills and mindset that STEM careers demand. These experiences show them that STEM isn't just equations on a board—it’s about designing, innovating, and shaping the world around them. Supporting initiatives that provide these kinds of resources levels the playing field and helps girls see themselves not only as participants but as future leaders in science and technology.

Ms. Liu World of Inquiry School 58 Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Rochester, 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

600 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
MYNT3D Professional Printing 3D Pen with OLED Display • Amazon Business $59.99 5 $299.95
Pink 3D Printing Pen Mat - 3D Pen Mat for Kids, Adults - 16.3x10.8 inch 3D mat with Animal Patterns for 3D Printing Pen - Great 3D Silicone Pen Mat - Pink • Amazon Business $20.95 5 $104.75
dikale 3D Pen Filament 1.75mm PLA Refills 40 Colors, Each Color 8 Meters(26 Feet), Total Length 320m(1050 Feet), 250 Stencils eBooks, Safe for Kids to Create Stunning 3D Art with 40 Vibrant Colors • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
Juvale 50 Yards Each Lanyard String, Gimp String in 10 Assorted Neon Colors for Bracelets, Anklets, Necklaces, Boondoggle Keychains, Plastic Lacing Cord for Arts and Crafts (10 Spools) • Amazon Business $21.49 1 $21.49
Lanyard String Kit, Cridoz 15 Rolls Gimp String Plastic Lacing Cord with 50pcs Snap Clip Hooks, Keyrings and Lobster Clasps for Boondoggle Crafts, Bracelets and Lanyard Weaving (Laser Colors) • Amazon Business $19.89 1 $19.89
Juvale 50 Yards Each Lanyard String, Gimp String in 10 Assorted Colors for Bracelets, Anklets, Necklaces, Boondoggle Keychains, Plastic Lacing Cord for Arts and Crafts (10 Spools) Rainbow • Amazon Business $18.79 1 $18.79
Toothpicks 3000 Count Bamboo Toothpicks Wooden Round Toothpicks Double-Side Toothpicks Sturdy Smooth Finish Bamboo Toothpicks Cocktail Picks for Appetizers • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98

Materials cost

$505.85

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$543.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$95.90

Total project goal

$639.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$639.34

1 Donor

-$479.34

Donations toward project cost

-$407.44

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$71.90

match offer

-$160.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$136.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.00

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$0.00

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