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Mr. Smith from Douglasville, GA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Art Starts Here

Help me give my students the tools they need to succeed.

  • $685 goal

This project expired on September 4, 2025.

This project expired on September 4, 2025.

My Project

Art education plays a vital role in developing creativity, critical thinking, and emotional expression in students. However, many young artists lack access to the basic materials they need to explore their talents. Help me give my students the tools they need to succeed by providing them with essential art supplies that inspire imagination and foster self-expression in the classroom.

Art supplies are not a luxury—they are a necessity.

Items like sketchbooks, paints, brushes, and markers empower students to bring their ideas to life and grow through hands-on, meaningful learning experiences. Your support ensures that every child, regardless of background, has the opportunity to explore their creativity and build confidence in the classroom.

Every donation, big or small, makes a direct impact. Together, we can create a vibrant, inclusive learning environment where every student feels seen, valued, and capable of greatness. Thank you for investing in their creativity, their confidence, and their future.

Mr. Smith New Manchester Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Douglasville, GA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

Never Before Funded 900 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Markers Classpack, Broad Line, Assorted Colors, Set of 256 • School Specialty $97.64 1 $97.64
Crayola Markers Classpack, Fine Line, Assorted Colors, Set of 200 • School Specialty $86.17 1 $86.17
Richeson 90 lb Bulk Drawing Paper Pack - 9" x 12", 800 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $61.39 1 $61.39
Elmer's Re-Stick School Glue Sticks, 0.28 Ounces, White, Pack of 30 • School Specialty $36.82 1 $36.82
Sharpie Brush Twin Permanent Markers, Brush and Ultra Fine Tips, Assorted Colors, Pack of 12 • School Specialty $27.52 1 $27.52
Pacon© Art1st© Watercolor Paper - 9 in. x 12 in. - 90 lb. • Nasco $26.60 1 $26.60
NAWOD 35 Premium Acrylic Paint Marker Pens, Double Pack of Both Extra Fine and Medium Tip, for Rock Painting, Mug, Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Fabric, Canvas, Metal, Pumpkin, DIY Crafts Making Art Supplies • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Artecho Acrylic Paint Set with 10 Brushes and 24 Colors 2oz Art Craft Paint, Acrylic Paint Sets for Adults and Beginners, Art Supplies Painting Kit for Canvas, Wood, Rocks, Fabric, Glass • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Apple Barrel, Pastel Dreams & Vivid Wonders Collection Acrylic Craft Paint, PROMOTCK, 2 fl oz each, 18 assorted matte colors, 18 count • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Glow in the Dark Rock Painting Kit - Arts & Crafts Kit for Kids, Decorate 15 River Rocks with 15 Paints & More Art Supplies, Outdoor Toys for Girls and Boys, Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Blue Marble National Geographic Creepy Creatures Rock Painting Kit - Halloween Arts & Crafts Kit for Kids, Decorate 10 River Rocks with 10 Paint Colors & More Spooky Art Supplies, Halloween Kids Toys • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Arts & Crafts Supplies for Kids Crafts - Kids Craft Supplies & Materials - Kids Art Supplies for Kids - Arts and Crafts Kit for Kids Craft Kits - Toddler Crafts for Kids Craft Set - Carl & Kay • Amazon Business $14.22 1 $14.22
Guirnd 12PCS Colored Masking Tape, Kids Art Supplies Colored Tape, DIY Craft Tape, Colored Tape Rolls, Colored Painters Tape 2.5cm x 12m (1In x 13Yards) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$458.30

Vendor shipping charges

 $54.72

Sales tax

 $31.62

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$581.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.62

Total project goal

$684.13

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