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Mrs. Martinez from Chicago, IL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Celebrating and Learning The Joy of Lunar New Year

Help me give my students Chinese New Year gifts, such as lucky red envelopes and coins, to celebrate Lunar New Year and learn about its rich cultural traditions.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Martinez's classroom raised $268

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

I teach an incredible group of bilingual 4th graders who bring a wealth of curiosity, creativity, and cultural diversity to our classroom. My students are eager to explore and learn about traditions from around the world.

This year, I want to give them the opportunity to experience the joy and significance of Lunar New Year by incorporating meaningful and engaging activities into our learning.

To make this celebration both educational and fun, I am requesting resources such as lucky red envelopes, dragon puppets, chocolate red coins, and other festive materials. These items will transform our classroom into a vibrant space where my students can immerse themselves in the traditions of Lunar New Year while developing important academic and social-emotional skills.

With your support, I can give my students a meaningful and joyful experience that celebrates learning and cultural understanding. Thank you for helping us make Lunar New Year an unforgettable part of their educational journey!

Mrs. Martinez Monarcas Academy Grades 3-5

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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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Nearly all 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

25 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Biubee 8 Pcs Chinese New Year Paper Dragon Decoration- 4 Styles Chinese Paper Dragon Hanging Garland Crafts Handheld Chinese Paper Dragon Toys for Kids Toddlers, Style 1 • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
Miayon 10 Pieces Chinese Knot Red String Feng Shui Charm Vintage I-Ching Lucky Coin 2024 New Year Decorations Car Hanging Decoration Chinese Amulet for Family and Friends for Health Wealth (6 Coins) • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Foiled Again! 2025 Lunar New Year Chocolate Coins - Year of the Snake - Gold and Red Foil - Prosperity and Good Fortune Gift - Pure Belgian Chocolate Red Envelope Fill • Amazon Business $28.95 1 $28.95
Mandala Crafts Hand String Puppet with Rod, Chinese Marionette Lion Toy, Orange • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Zen Art Brass Feng Shui Desktop Gong for Home Office Desktop Decoration Meditation Practice W Fengshuisale Red String Bracelet H1302 • Amazon Business $15.28 1 $15.28
Jetec 20 Pieces Chinese New Year Fans Chinese Character Folding Fan Oriental Handheld Paper Fans Japanese Fan for Wedding Birthday Party Supply Decoration • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Jetec 10 Pieces Chinese New Year Fans Chinese Character Folding Fan Oriental Handheld Paper Fans Japanese Fan for Wedding Birthday Party Supply Decoration • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Garden Lucky Candy, 12.3 Ounces • Amazon Business $8.23 1 $8.23
ThxToms Red Envelopes Chinese New Year of The Snake, 36pcs Red Chinese Envelopes for Money 2025 Snake Lunar New Year Money Envelopes for Cash Hong Bao Red Pocket, 6 Designs, Cute Cartoon Snake, M • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$194.36

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$227.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.11

Total project goal

$267.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$267.39

4 Donors

-$214.45

Donations toward project cost

-$184.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.67

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.94

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$0.00

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