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Mrs. Hutchings from Gainesville, FL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Affirmation Books for Schools: Tools to Empower Young Minds!

Help me give my students a laminator, printer, binding coils, printer paper, and a label printer to create Affirmation books for our local schools, fostering positivity and self-esteem in young learners!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Hutchings's classroom raised $456

This project is fully funded

My Project

What I love most about my students is their incredible strength and determination. Despite facing significant challenges, including involvement with the juvenile justice system, they come to school each day ready to learn and improve themselves. Their resilience is inspiring, and it’s this spirit that drives me to give them every opportunity to succeed.

The resources we are requesting—a laminator, printer, binding coils, paper, and a label printer—will help my students lead a meaningful community service initiative focused on promoting wellness.

With these tools, they will create Affirmation books that go beyond typical classwork. It’s not just about the technical skills they’ll gain, but the sense of pride and accomplishment they’ll feel by creating something impactful. This community service project will empower them to spread positivity, support mental health, and make a difference in the lives of others as they give back to our community.

By taking the lead in this initiative, my students will gain valuable skills in project management, collaboration, and outreach. They will connect with various parts of our city and county, building a sense of responsibility and pride in giving back. The Affirmation books will be distributed not only in our school but also in nearby schools, local businesses, and neighborhood centers, reaching people who may benefit from uplifting messages of hope and encouragement.

What makes my students truly special is their desire to help others despite their own hardships. Through this project, they will not only learn new skills but also have the opportunity to support the broader community by spreading messages that encourage mental well-being and resilience. This initiative will contribute to a healthier, more supportive environment for everyone, showcasing the strength and compassion of my students.

Mrs. Hutchings AMIkids Gainesville 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.

Gainesville, FL View local requests

More than a third 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

HBCU Alum 25 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
HP Printer Paper | 8.5 x 11 Paper | Copy &Print 20 lb | 10 Ream Case - 5,000 Sheets | 92 Bright | Made in USA - FSC Certified | 200060C • Amazon Business $52.04 2 $104.08
HP OfficeJet 8015e Wireless Color All-in-One Printer, 3 months of Instant Ink included • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
Forc Bluetooth Thermal Shipping Label Printer, 4x6 Label Printer for Small Business for Shipping Packages, Support Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android, Used for Amazon, Ebay, Shopify, Etsy, UPS, USPS • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Scotch TL901X Thermal Laminator, 1 Laminating Machine, Gray, Laminate Recipe Cards, Photos and Documents, For Home, Office or School Supplies, 9 in. • Amazon Business $29.94 1 $29.94
Scotch TL901X Thermal Laminator, 1 Laminating Machine, Gray, Laminate Recipe Cards, Photos and Documents, For Home, Office or School Supplies, 9 in. • Amazon Business $29.94 1 $29.94
TOTiyea 100 Pack Plastic Spiral Binding Coils,10mm(3/8") Binding Spirals,75 Sheet Capacity,4:1 Pitch, Black • Amazon Business $18.19 1 $18.19

Materials cost

$352.13

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$387.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.37

Total project goal

$455.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$455.78

1 Donor

-$455.78

Donations toward project cost

-$387.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.37

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$0.00

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