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Ms. A. Herbert from Bridgeport, CT is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Splash of Color: Revamping Our Art Classroom for Creativity!

Help me give my students a revamped art class room that is filled with visuals and designs.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. A. Herbert's classroom raised $540

This project is fully funded

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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

I am writing to request funding for exterior paints to help revamp our art classroom and create a more vibrant and inspiring learning environment for our students. With the addition of high-quality, durable exterior paints, we plan to refresh and enhance the classroom’s tables and a key pillar, transforming these essential spaces into colorful canvases that will stimulate creativity and encourage artistic expression.

The materials will be used to paint classroom tables, giving them a fresh new look that not only reflects the energy and creativity of the students but also provides them with a functional, engaging workspace.

The pillar in the room will also be painted to tie the space together, creating a cohesive and inspiring atmosphere. These updates will help create an art classroom that fosters creativity and motivation for students of all ages and skill levels.

By using exterior paints, we ensure that the finishes are both long-lasting and resilient to the wear and tear that can come with a busy, hands-on environment like an art room. This simple update will make a huge difference in how students interact with and view their creative space.

Your support would allow us to revitalize this vital space, providing students with a classroom that reflects the importance of creativity, expression, and collaboration. Thank you for your consideration and for helping us build an inspiring, colorful environment for our students.

Ms. A. Herbert Barnum School Grades 6-8

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.

Bridgeport, CT 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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Golden Paintworks Mural and Theme Acrylic Paint - Carbon Black, 128 oz, Bucket • Blick Art Materials $74.00 1 $74.00
Golden Paintworks Mural and Theme Acrylic Paint - Yellow Orange, 16 oz, Jar • Blick Art Materials $29.20 2 $58.40
Golden Paintworks Mural and Theme Acrylic Paint - Yellow Green, 16 oz, Jar • Blick Art Materials $27.60 2 $55.20
Golden Paintworks Mural and Theme Acrylic Paint - Pyrrole Red, 16 oz, Jar • Blick Art Materials $23.30 2 $46.60
Golden Paintworks Mural and Theme Acrylic Paint - Daylight Blue, 16 oz, Jar • Blick Art Materials $19.05 2 $38.10
Golden Paintworks Mural and Theme Acrylic Paint - Hansa Yellow Opaque, 16 oz, Jar • Blick Art Materials $19.05 2 $38.10
Paint Brush 4 in Wall Polyester Soft • Grainger $17.64 2 $35.28
Golden Paintworks Mural and Theme Acrylic Paint - Purple, 16 oz, Jar • Blick Art Materials $29.20 1 $29.20
Golden Paintworks Mural and Theme Acrylic Paint - Pyrrole Orange, 16 oz, Jar • Blick Art Materials $23.30 1 $23.30
Brush 1.5 Flat Sash Polyester 2 11/16 L • Grainger $7.90 2 $15.80
Paint Brush 2 Angle Sash PET 2 11/16 L • Grainger $8.53 1 $8.53

Materials cost

$422.51

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$458.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$80.97

Total project goal

$539.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$539.82

1 Donor

-$539.82

Donations toward project cost

-$458.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$80.97

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$0.00

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