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Ms. Foard from Silver Spring, MD is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bright Beginnings: Empowering Kids with Supply Bins

Help me give my students individual supply cases with everything they need for a day full of learning!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Foard's classroom raised $595

This project is fully funded

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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

The specific items in the supply bins—such as crayons, pencils, and glue—will create an engaging and stimulating learning environment. These materials will help students express their creativity, improve fine motor skills, and enhance their understanding of foundational concepts.

Having their own supplies fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility, allowing them to focus on learning without the distraction of sharing limited resources.

We will provide tools that encourage exploration and creativity. I want to ensure equity in education. We must ensure that every student has access to the same high-quality materials, regardless of their background.

I want to enhance their learning experience.

My students are a vibrant mix of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences, each bringing unique perspectives to the classroom. They are curious, eager to learn, and filled with potential. Many come from communities that face challenges that require resilience and determination. Their enthusiasm for learning and creativity is infectious, making the classroom a dynamic environment where every day brings new discoveries. By providing them with the right tools, we can help nurture their talents and inspire a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.

Ms. Foard New Hampshire Estates 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.

Silver Spring, MD 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

18 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AUTEMOJO Suitable for 2-6 years old short triangle grip thick pencil 8 3.5-inch preschool children handwritten drawing mini wooden pencils (Dark blue, 5mm thick core) • Amazon Business $7.99 10 $79.90
Ticonderoga Original No 2 Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, Yellow, Pack of 240 - Wood • School Specialty $59.99 1 $59.99
Sterilite Small Divided Box, Stackable Plastic Small Storage Container with Latch Lid, Organize Pens, Pencils and Small Items, Clear Case, 12 Pack • Amazon Business $28.69 2 $57.38
Crayola Large Crayons - Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • Blick Art Materials $2.18 25 $54.50
Crayola Colors of The World Skin Tone Crayons, 24 Count • Amazon Business $5.35 10 $53.50
Really Good Stuff 6PK Plastic Desktop Paper Storage Basket for Classroom or Home–14”x10” Plastic Mesh Basket-Secure Papers Crease-Free–Neon Pop • Amazon Business $50.35 1 $50.35
Crayola Crayons Assorted Colors 24/Box (523024) • Staples $1.38 25 $34.50
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824, 200Pk • Amazon Business $10.37 1 $10.37
20 Pcs Pencil Grips for Kids Handwriting Pencil Holders Grippers for Kids, Writing Posture Correction Tools for Toddlers, Special Needs Silicone Pencil Supplies for Kindergarten Preschoolers（Mixcolor） • Amazon Business $9.59 1 $9.59
Pencil Grips for Kids Handwriting, Handwriting Without Tears, Preschool Pencil Grip, Pencil Grip for Toddlers 3-5, Pencil Grippers for Kids Handwriting, Grotto Pencil Grip, 6PCS Write Right Stylus • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Elmers Liquid School Glue, Slime Glue & Craft Glue | Washable, 4 Ounces Each, Great for Making Slime, 12 Count • Amazon Business $8.27 1 $8.27

Materials cost

$427.34

Vendor shipping charges

 $15.95

Sales tax

 $25.64

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$505.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.18

Total project goal

$594.52

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $594.52

2 Donors

-$407.00

Donations toward project cost

-$350.95

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$56.05

match offer

-$181.64

Match offer toward project cost

-$154.39

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$5.88

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