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Ms. Chelsea from Eugene, OR is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Beading Supplies For Kids

Help me give my students tools to do loom beading. this includes 20 looms, beads, string, and needles.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Chelsea's classroom raised $544

This project is fully funded

My Project

At FSES, many of our students face daily challenges that can hinder their academic success, especially in a district that currently lacks dedicated art instruction for elementary students. This project seeks to provide essential beading supplies for our 1st through 5th graders, giving them the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning through loom beading.

Beading is not only a creative outlet but also an incredible tool for enhancing fine motor skills, improving executive functioning, and developing planning abilities.

Through loom beading, students will learn how to follow patterns, sequence steps, and problem-solve, all while creating beautiful pieces of art. These skills are crucial for their overall academic and personal growth, especially as they prepare for future academic challenges.

In addition to the cognitive and motor benefits, loom beading provides a much-needed outlet for self-expression and creativity. For students in our Title I school, where many do not have access to art classes, this project will fill a vital gap and offer an enriching, hands-on experience that they would otherwise miss.

Your generous donation will provide our students with looms, beads, thread, and other essential materials, allowing them to explore the world of beading in a way that’s both engaging and educational. Not only will they gain valuable art skills, but they will also build the life skills needed to succeed in school and beyond.

Together, we can give our students the chance to discover the joy of creating while fostering skills that will support them throughout their academic journey. Thank you for supporting our project and helping make art education accessible to every child, regardless of their background.

Ms. Chelsea Family School 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.

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More than 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

113 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Beadsmith Metal Bead Loom Kit, Includes Loom (12.5" x 2.5" x 3"), Thread, Needles, and 18 Grams Glass Beads for Bracelets, Necklaces, Belts, and More • Amazon Business $12.99 20 $259.80
Beadalon Dandyline Beading Thread - 0.15 mm, White, 25 m • Blick Art Materials $5.39 5 $26.95
John Bead Beading Needles - Gold Eye Size 10 Needles, Set of 7 • Blick Art Materials $1.93 12 $23.16
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - Royal Blue, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - Light Red, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - Crystal, Silver lined, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - Light Blue, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - White Opaque, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - Lemon Yellow, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - Orange, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - Dark Green, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87
John Bead Czech Glass Seed Beads - Gold, 10/0, 22 g vial • Blick Art Materials $4.29 3 $12.87

Materials cost

$425.74

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$462.13

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$81.55

Total project goal

$543.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $543.68

4 Donors

-$384.34

Donations toward project cost

-$326.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.65

match offer

-$159.34

Match offer toward project cost

-$135.44

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.90

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