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Ms. Sugimoto from Hilo, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creative Hands, Happy Hearts: Crafting, Coloring, and Celebrating Together!

Help me give my students building toys, brain teasers, art materials, and organizational tools to inspire creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning in the classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Sugimoto's classroom raised $716

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am fortunate to work with an incredible group of students who are curious, imaginative, and eager to learn. They bring so much energy and creativity to everything they do, and it's my goal to nurture these qualities in the classroom. Whether they are solving puzzles, crafting gifts, or creating their own masterpieces, my students are always exploring new ways to express themselves.

This project will provide the materials we need to keep that creative spirit alive!

From tie-dye shirts at the end of the year to thoughtful gifts for Mother's Day and Father's Day, these supplies will give my students the tools they need to create meaningful, hands-on projects. The organizational tools will help them keep their art and coloring materials neat, so they can focus on their creativity without distractions. The indoor toys and brain teasers will offer opportunities for problem-solving and collaboration, encouraging both independent thinking and teamwork.

With your generous donation, my students will be able to engage in projects that help them learn not only artistic skills but also valuable life lessons about sharing, expressing gratitude, and celebrating each other. These resources will make a lasting impact on their learning experience, providing them with opportunities to create, learn, and make memories they can cherish.

Thank you for helping us nurture their creativity and brighten their year!

Ms. Sugimoto Waiakea 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 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
40 Pieces Blank Sublimation Oven Mitts Set Include Blank Sublimation Heat Resistance Oven Gloves and Blank Sublimation Pot Holders for DIY Kitchen Dining Room Accessories • Amazon Business $36.99 2 $73.98
PicassoTiles 100 Piece Set 100pcs Magnet Building Tiles Clear Magnetic 3D Blocks Construction Playboards, Creativity Beyond Imagination, Inspirational, Recreational, Educational Conventional • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Meland Marble Run - 132Pcs Marble Maze Game Building Toy for Kid, Marble Track Race Set & STEM Learning Toys for Boy Girl Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 9+ (102 Translucent Marbulous Pcs & 30 Glass Marbles) • Amazon Business $37.69 1 $37.69
Madisi Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, Yellow, Pre-sharpened, Bulk Pack, 576 pencils in box • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils, Fully Automatic Robot Pencil Sharpener, Auto in & Out, Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for 7-11.5mm Jumbo Pencils, Home, Classroom • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Lzerking Canvas Tote Bag Bulk 24 Pack 14x15 Inches Sublimation Tote Bags, 10oz Lightweight Medium Reusable Grocery Shopping Cloth Bags for Heat Transfer Vinyl, Blank Tote Bags for DIY • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Magnetic Tiles Road - Route 66 Set, Magnet Building Blocks for Toddler Kids Toys, Construction Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys & Girls, STEM Stacking Toys, Creative Toys Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Educational Insights Kanoodle 3D Brain Teaser Puzzle for Ages 7+ Brain Games for Kids and Adults, Travel Games • Amazon Business $9.97 3 $29.91
Fruit of the Loom Big Cotton T Shirt, Boys-7 Pack-White, Large • Amazon Business $13.61 2 $27.22
Fruit of the Loom Big Cotton T Shirt, Boys-7 Pack-White, Medium • Amazon Business $13.61 2 $27.22
Fruit Of The Loom Boys Eversoft Cotton Undershirts, T Shirts & Tank Tops Underwear, T Shirt - Boys - 7 Pack - White, Small US • Amazon Business $13.61 2 $27.22
Hiipoo Sublimation Ink Refilled Bottles Compatible for ET2400 ET2720 ET2760 ET2750 ET4800 ET-2800 ET-2803 ET-2850 Inkjet Printers Heat Press Transfer on Mugs T-Shirts • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Sooez 24 Pack Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags with Label Pocket, Small Pencil Case Pouch for Organizing, Clear Plastic Pencil Pouches Bulk for School Supplies Storage, Money Envelopes for Cash, 9.1×4.7 Inches • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
A-SUB Sublimation Paper 8.5x11 Inch 110 Sheets ONLY Compatible with Sublimation Printer and Sublimation Ink 125g • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
Hasbro Gaming Simon Handheld Electronic Memory Game With Lights and Sounds for Kids Ages 8 and Up • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68
8 Pcs Sublimation Blanks Oven Mitts Set, 4 Sublimation Heat Resistant Oven Gloves and 4 Blank Sublimation Pot Holders for DIY Kitchen Dining Room Accessories • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Hanes Cotton Undershirts, Moisture-Wicking Crew Tees, Multi-Packs Available, 3 Pack-White, Size Medium • Amazon Business $10.98 1 $10.98
Hanes Men's Tagless Cotton Crew Undershirt Multiple Packs Colors, 3 Pack - White, Small • Amazon Business $10.98 1 $10.98
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, Chisel Tip Marker, Assorted Colors, 22 Count • Amazon Business $10.92 1 $10.92
Ziploc Snack Bags with EasyGuide Texture, Small Plastic Storage Bags with Grip 'N Seal Technology, 270 Bags Total • Amazon Business $10.65 1 $10.65
Ziploc 71135 Sandwich Bags, Pack of 150, 6.5 x 5.875-Inch (16.5 cm x 14.9 cm), 150 Count, Clear • Amazon Business $4.19 1 $4.19

Materials cost

$546.34

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $24.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$608.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$107.40

Total project goal

$715.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $715.98

1 Donor

-$715.98

Donations toward project cost

-$608.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$107.40

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