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Mr. Salmon from Ewing, NJ is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Crafting a Calm & Creative Classroom

Help me give my students general classroom and craft supplies, snacks, and noise canceling headphones.

  • $1,034 goal

This project expired on May 27, 2026.

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Mr. Salmon The O'Brien Academy
Ewing, NJ Grades 6-8

My Project

My students come from many cultures and backgrounds within our urban community. They attend an alternative education program designed for elementary and middle school students who need a different setting and extra support to truly thrive.

My students deserve to feel proud, believed in, and confident in their ability to achieve something wonderful each day.

Your donations will help provide arts and crafts materials, essential classroom supplies, such as markers, glue, paint, noise-canceling headphones, and snacks to create a welcoming, well-equipped space where students can focus, express themselves creatively, and feel comfortable and cared for.

These simple but meaningful resources help remove barriers to learning, encourage self-regulation, and make our classroom a positive place where students feel safe, supported, and ready to grow. The impact of these moments extends far beyond the classroom walls.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

Never Before Funded 100 students impacted
Mr. Salmon The O'Brien Academy Grades 6-8

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Ewing, NJ View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit Ultimate Summer Bundle, Giant Classroom Pack, Tie Dye for Large Groups and Parties, Durable Results - Includes 30 Bottles, Comes with Easy Techniques for Beginners • Amazon Business $47.60 2 $95.20
novelinks Transparent 4" x 6" Photo Cases and Clear Craft Keeper with Handle, 16 Inner Photo Organizers & Photo Storage Box, Plastic Photo Storage Containers (Multi-colored) • Amazon Business $23.74 2 $47.48
Colorations Paraben-Free Simply Washable Tempera Paint, Rainbow Plus 8 Pack, Matte Finish, Classroom Supplies, Vibrant Colors, Non-Toxic, Washes Off Easily, School, Craft, Art Supply Set, Each 16oz • Amazon Business $34.71 1 $34.71
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets, 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 2.8mil • Amazon Business $17.24 2 $34.48
Aleene's Orignial Tacky Glue for Crafts in Always Ready Bottle, Nontoxic, Dries Clear, 4 fl oz • Amazon Business $6.18 5 $30.90
Chumia 60 Pack Kids Scissors Bulk 5.5 Inch Student Children Safety Scissors Rounded Tip with Comfort Grip for School and Classrooms Supplies Essentials • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
67XL Printer Ink Compatible for HP 67XL Ink Cartridges Black Color Combo Pack Compatible for HP Ink 67 Fit for DeskJet 2700e 2700 2855e 2827e 2755e 2755 4155e 4255e for Envy 6000 6055e 6400 Printer • Amazon Business $29.73 1 $29.73
Amazon Basics 9 inch Thermal Laminator Machine for Documents and Photos, Easy to Use for Home Office or School, White • Amazon Business $26.97 1 $26.97
PROHEAR 032 2.0 Kids Noise Cancelling Headphones with Adjustable Headband - 25dB NRR Autism Ear Protection for Child at Mowing Studying Sleeping Racing - Green and Blue, 2 Pack • Amazon Business $25.64 1 $25.64
Neenah Paper Exact Index Card Stock, 94 Bright, 110 lb Index Weight, 8.5 x 11, White, 250/Pack • Amazon Business $11.98 2 $23.96
VITEVER [100 Sets - 24oz] Plastic Cups with Lids and Straws, Disposable Cups for Iced Coffee, Smoothie, Milkshake, Cold Drinks - Clear • Amazon Business $23.74 1 $23.74
Circle Paper Punch 3 in - Hole Round Punch for Craft Large Puncher Round Punchers 75mm for Cardstock, Gift Wrapping, Greeting Cards and Scrapbook • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
VITEVER [100 Sets - 16oz] Clear Plastic Cups with Lids and Straws, Disposable Iced Coffee Cups for Smoothie, Milkshake, Cold Drinks - BPA free • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Washable, 7 Grams, 60 Count - Poster, Vision Board, Back to School Supplies, #1 Teacher Brand • Amazon Business $19.94 1 $19.94
ZOHAN Kids Ear Protection 2 Pack,Kids Noise Canceling Headphone for Concerts, Monster Truck, Fireworks • Amazon Business $19.94 1 $19.94
72 Pieces Manual Pencil Sharpeners Bulk Colorful Compact Dual Holes Pencil Sharpeners with Lid Mini Handheld Pencil Sharpeners Portable Colored Pencil Sharpeners for Crayons Kids School Office Travel • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Hygloss Bleeding Tissue Assortment, 12 x 18-Inch, 20 Assorted Colors, 50 Sheets per Pack, 3-Packs (150 Sheets Total) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
96 Pcs Wooden Horseshoes Cutout for Crafts DIY Unfinished Wooden Horseshoes Christmas Cowboy Decor Western Party Decor Blank Wood Horse Cutout Western Craft Supplies Discs Slices • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Desecraft Plaid Tartan Flannel 12x12 in Double Sided Paper Pad Pack Scrapbook Cardstock Decorative Paper - 36 Sheets - for Boys Card Making Origami Decorative Scrapbooking Supplies • Amazon Business $15.96 1 $15.96
Glitter Glue for Crafts (Value Pack - 24 Colors) | Washable Glittery Art Glue | for Drawing, Ctafting, Christmas Stockings. | Non-Toxic & Safe for Kids • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
Christmas Stocking Stuffer 2Packs Pop Fidget Toys Sensory Fidget Toys for Kids Toddler Boys,Sensory Activity Board for Stress Anxiety Autistic ADHD, Calm Down Stress, Anxiety for Kids for Adults • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
120 Sheets Watercolor Paper Bulk, 140 lb/300 GSM White Cold Press Paper Water Color Paper for Kids Child Students Adults Artists Drawing Gift Cards(4 x 6 Inch) • Amazon Business $14.19 1 $14.19
Magicfly 1000pcs Popsicle Sticks, Natural Wooden Food Grade Craft Sticks, 4-1/2 Inch Great Bulk Ice Cream Sticks for Craft Project, Home Decoration • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Amazon Basics Woodcased Classroom 2 Pencils with Erasers, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead, Value Pack of 30 count, Orange • Amazon Business $4.59 3 $13.77
Better Office Products Stationery Paper, 100 Sheets, Aged Look Vintage Antique Old Fashion Parchment Paper, Letter Size 8.5 x 11 inch, Double Sided Printing Paper, 6 Designs, 100 Pack • Amazon Business $13.36 1 $13.36
Acerich 2000 Pcs 1cm Assorted Pompoms Multicolor Arts and Crafts Fuzzy Pom Poms Balls for DIY Creative Crafts Decorations • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
JubileeYarn Amigurumi Select Yarn - Baby Acrylic - Shades of Brown - 4 Skeins • Amazon Business $12.82 1 $12.82
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit & Summer Fruits Variety Pack, Great for School Lunches, Bulk Pack, Individual Single Serve Bags, 0.8 oz (Pack of 60) • Amazon Business $12.04 1 $12.04
Tru-Ray Heavyweight Construction Paper, Holiday Red, 9" x 12", 50 Sheets • Amazon Business $5.21 2 $10.42
Mooker 48 Rolls Washi Tape Set - Decorative Masking Tape Colored Marbling Patterns, Adhesive Artists Tapes for Journaling Supplies, DIY Crafts, Scrapbooking, Junk Journal Supplies, School Supplies • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
1000 Pcs Resin Buttons, 2 and 4 Holes Assorted Sizes Round Craft Buttons for Crafts Sewing, Mixed Color • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
PACON-103031 Tru-Ray Heavyweight Construction Paper, Warm Brown, 9" x 12", 50 Sheets • Amazon Business $4.55 2 $9.10
PACON Tru-Ray Construction Paper, 9-Inches by 12-Inches, 50-Count, Yellow (103004) • Amazon Business $4.55 2 $9.10
Tru-Ray Construction Paper, 50% Recycled, 9" x 12", Festive Green, Pack Of 50 • Amazon Business $4.55 2 $9.10
EooCoo Toddler Toys, LCD Writing Tablet for Kids 2 Pack, Easter Basket Stuffers Kids Travel Essentials Drawing Pad, No Mess Coloring Books, Road Trip Activities, Age 3-5 Boy Girl Gifts - 10 Inch • Amazon Business $8.54 1 $8.54
HTVRONT Blue Painters Tape - 1 Inch x 60 Yards x 3 Rolls Masking Tape, Multi-Surface Painters Tape, Paint Tape for Wall, Painting, Craft, Art Supplies, Clean Release Painter's Blue Tape • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Neenah Astrodesigns Cardstock Pack 8.5"X11" 72/Pkg - 18 Bold & Vivid Colors • Amazon Business $8.27 1 $8.27
Tru-Ray Heavyweight Construction Paper, Blue, 9" x 12", 50 Sheets • Amazon Business $4.12 2 $8.24
UPINS 300 Pcs Black Wiggle Googly Eyes with Self-Adhesive, 6 mm 8 mm 10 mm 12 mm Mixed Packaging • Amazon Business $3.88 2 $7.76
Spray Bottles - 3 Pack, 16 oz - Mist/Stream, Bright Colors, Sturdy, Leak Proof, BPA Free, For Cleaning, Plants, Pet, Vinegar, BBQ, Hair, Cooking - Perfect Size, Easy to Use. With Labels, Funnel • Amazon Business $7.67 1 $7.67
Deli Stapler, Desktop Staplers with 640 Staples, Office Stapler, 25 Sheet Capacity, Purple • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59
JPSOR 900pcs Gems Jewels for Crafts, Acrylic Flatback Rhinestones for Halloween Pirate Party Decorations, Crafting Embellishments Gemstone (9 Shapes, 6-13mm) • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49
Tru-Ray Shades of Me Construction Paper, 5 Assorted Skin Tone Colors, 9" x 12", 50 Sheets • Amazon Business $7.24 1 $7.24
Pacon Sentence Strips, 3"""" x 24"""", White Tagboard, Pack Of 100 • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Index Cards 4x6, 200 Sheets, Ruled Color Flash Cards for Effective Studying and Note-Taking, Premium Note Cards, Essential School Supplies for College & Office, Home Organization & Study Supplies • Amazon Business $6.64 1 $6.64
JUMINIZ 1000 Pcs (500 Pairs) 0.59inch Diameter Hook and Loop Fastener Self Adhesive Round Circle Sticky Sticker Dots for Arts and Crafts School Classroom Home and Office Use, White • Amazon Business $6.64 1 $6.64
Tru-Ray Construction Paper, 50% Recycled, 9" x 12", Dark Brown, Pack Of 50 • Amazon Business $5.21 1 $5.21
Hole Punch 1 Count, Single Hole Punch Silver Color Hole Puncher, Paper Punch • Amazon Business $4.04 1 $4.04

Materials cost

$836.22

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$878.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$155.08

Total project goal

$1,033.84

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