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Mrs. Lawton from Santa Cruz, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Strong Start for Bright Hearts

Help me give my students basic supplies for next school year so they can walk into the classroom feeling valued, ready, and excited to learn!

  • $270 goal

This project expired on August 31, 2025.

This project expired on August 31, 2025.

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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 lucky to teach a group of enthusiastic, kind-hearted students who are excited to learn and grow each day. They bring so much energy and curiosity into the classroom, and they each have unique strengths that make our classroom feel like a special community. However, for many of my students, their families face financial challenges that make it difficult to provide even the most basic school supplies. When school starts, I want my students to feel ready and confident—not scrambling to collect materials or feeling self-conscious about not having what they need.

By having these supplies like markers, erasers, cardstock and more on hand from day one, I can ensure every student has what they need to succeed without putting the burden on families.

This makes such a difference because it allows us to jump straight into learning and building relationships, rather than spending time tracking down supplies. With your support, my students will walk in with the tools they need and ready to dive into the year with excitement and focus. It will give them the confidence to shine and the tools to thrive, without having to worry about what’s missing. Your donation is more than just a school supply—it’s the foundation of their learning journey.

Mrs. Lawton Bay View Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Santa Cruz, CA View local requests

Half 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

23 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Elmer's Washable Disappearing Purple Glue Stick - 0.24 oz, Pkg of 60 • Blick Art Materials $30.08 1 $30.08
Sax Non-Toxic Giant Tempera Paint Cakes with Tray - 2 1/4 x 3/4inch - Set of 6 - Assorted Colors - 401192 • Amazon Business $14.47 2 $28.94
Jack Richeson Tempera Paint Cakes, Large Size, Assorted Colors, Set of 6 • School Specialty $14.47 2 $28.94
LAZGOL Dry Erase Markers Bulk, 96 Pack Fine Point Tip Black Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Whiteboard Markers for Back to School, Office, Home, Work On White board & Calendar, Refrigerator. • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Ddaowanx Whiteboard Eraser, Magnetic Dry Erase Eraser, Glass Board Eraser,School and Office Supplies (4 Pack/2 Black+2 White) • Amazon Business $16.14 1 $16.14
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (A-48PCS-8Color) • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
Printworks White Cardstock, Standard, 67 lb. Vellum, 92 Bright, 250 sheets, 8.5 x 11, For Office, Home & School Printing, Craft Projects (00564) • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Quartet Dry Erase Markers, Whiteboard Markers, Chisel Tip, EnduraGlide, White Board Dry Erase Pens for Teachers, Home, School & Office Supplies, Assorted Colors, 12 Pack (5001-18MA) • Amazon Business $9.72 1 $9.72
Paper Mate Erasers | Pink Pearl Large Erasers, 12 Count • Amazon Business $3.92 2 $7.84

Materials cost

$168.63

Vendor shipping charges

$12.84

Sales tax

$15.43

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$229.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.49

Total project goal

$269.92

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