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Ms. Austin from Conroe, TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Color Their World: Creating Bright Futures with Essential Art Supplies!

Help me give my students Essential Art Supplies within the classroom to help grow their creativity.

  • $407 goal

This project expired on October 18, 2025.

This project expired on October 18, 2025.

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

Many of my students come from families that can’t always provide basic art supplies, but I never want that to stop them from exploring and brightening their creativity. Art is a vital part of learning—it helps students express ideas, build confidence, and develop problem-solving skills that carry into all subjects.

To make sure every child has the tools they need, I’m requesting crayons, colored pencils, pre-sharpened pencils, scissors, and glue sticks.

These supplies will empower my students to dive into hands-on projects, experiment with colors and shapes, and bring their unique ideas to life.

With your support, we’ll create a vibrant, inclusive art space where every student can explore, imagine, and grow without limits. Your generosity will help my students build creativity, resilience, and joy—skills that brighten their futures far beyond the classroom.

Thank you for helping us turn blank pages into colorful masterpieces and ensuring no student misses out on the magic of art!

Ms. Austin Runyan Elementary School Grades 3-5

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 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 40 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Honoson Scissors Blunt Tip Scissors Safety Multipurpose Stainless Steel Paper with Comfort Grip Handles for Operation School Class Office Supplies (Blue, red, green, black, purple,100 Pieces) • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Crayola Crayons and Washable Markers Classpack, 256 Ct, Bulk School Supplies for Teachers, Elementary and Preschool • Amazon Business $57.04 1 $57.04
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $52.93 1 $52.93
Case of 192 Pre-Sharpened #2 Pencils Bulk (12 per pack in 16 packs) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00
Crayola Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Classpack of 240 • Blick Art Materials $40.87 1 $40.87
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3 x 3 in., 24 Pads, 70 Sheets/Pad, 2x the Sticking Power, Energy Boost Collection • Quill.com $19.44 1 $19.44
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Red Ink, Dozen (20118/GSM11RD) • Quill.com $3.19 1 $3.19

Materials cost

$301.15

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$345.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.99

Total project goal

$406.61

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