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Mrs. Cushing from New Castle, DE is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Art Is Not a Thing; It Is a Way

Help me give my students art supplies to inspire young artists with new materials!

  • 2 donors
  • $219 still needed

expires Sep 05

  • 2 donors
  • $219 still needed
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My Project

Art is not just a center, it's a way of being in our classroom. Our art center needs more supplies to keep up with our students' visions. The finger paints and paper with be used to satisfy children's creative and sensory needs. The eye droppers will be used to mix colors with water. Students will learn social skills, language, preschool concepts, and so much more. The paint rollers, I'm sure, will be an instant hit with the children. The rollers will be used with the paint to create masterpieces. Art is such an essential part of our preschool classroom!

Mrs. Cushing The Colwyck Center Grades PreK-2

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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New Castle, DE 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hygloss Products Paper Plates - Uncoated White Plate - Use for Foodware, Events, Activities, Crafts Projects and More - Environmentally Friendly - Recyclable and Disposable - 9-Inches - 200 Pack • Amazon Business $22.39 1 $22.39
Crayola Washable Fingerpaint - Primary Colors, Set of 3, 8 oz Bottles • Blick Art Materials $10.15 2 $20.30
Lakeshore No-Spill Paint Cups - Set of 10 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Trend Enterprises Inc. - Stinky Stickers Sweet Shapes 456/pk Acid-free Super Saver Pk • Teachers' School Supply $15.99 1 $15.99
Foam Paint Rollers - Set of 12 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
Pentel Oil Pastel Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 25 • Blick Art Materials $4.30 3 $12.90
Stock Your Home 1 Lb Kraft Small Brown Paper Bags (250 Count) Mini Size Bag for Packing Breakfast Food, Snack, or Lunch Items - Blank Bulk Pack, Disposable Sack for Arts & Crafts Projects • Amazon Business $11.87 1 $11.87
Amazon Basics Gallon Food Storage Bags, 120 Count • Amazon Business $10.33 1 $10.33
Yiasangly 5ml Liquid Droppers Clear Medicine Silicone and Plastic Pipettes Eye Dropper with Bulb Tip for Kids Candy Molds (8 Pack) • Amazon Business $5.10 2 $10.20
Amazon Basics Dog Poop Bags with Dispenser, 300 Count, Enhanced for Guaranteed Leakproof, Unscented, Includes Leash Clip • Amazon Business $8.19 1 $8.19
LotFancy 1100pcs Wiggle Googly Eyes for Crafts, Self-Adhesive Multi Colored Assorted Sizes (6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 15mm, 20mm), Google Eyes Stickers for DIY, Toy Accessories, Art Crafts, Decoration • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Amazon Basics Sandwich Storage Bags, 300 Count (Previously Solimo) • Amazon Business $7.16 1 $7.16
Fashion Angels 1000+ Ridiculously Cute Stickers for Kids - Fun Craft Stickers for Scrapbooks, Planners, Gifts and Rewards, 40-Page Sticker Book for Kids Ages 6+ and Up • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99
Amazon Basics Basket Coffee Filters for 8-12 Cup Coffee Makers, White, 200 Count • Amazon Business $2.19 2 $4.38

Materials cost

$168.67

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.31

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$214.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.85

Total project goal

$252.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $252.36

1 Donor

-$20.00

Donations toward project cost

-$20.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$10.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$8.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$3.53

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $218.84

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