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Ms. Charles from Worcester, MA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creative Minds at Work

Help me give my students hands-on materials like erasers, paint, playdough, storage bins, and craft supplies to foster creativity, enhance fine motor skills, and support organized, engaging learning experiences in our classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Charles's classroom raised $784

This project is fully funded

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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 am continually inspired by my students' boundless creativity and enthusiasm for hands-on learning. They thrive when given opportunities to explore, experiment, and express themselves through tactile activities.

To nurture this creative spirit, I am seeking resources that will transform our classroom into a vibrant hub of artistic exploration.

With new erasers, students can confidently correct mistakes, fostering a growth mindset. Paints and playdough will allow them to delve into color theory and sculpting, enhancing their fine motor skills and artistic expression. Storage bins will help us organize these materials efficiently, teaching students the value of responsibility and orderliness. Additional craft supplies will provide diverse mediums for students to bring their imaginations to life.

These resources will not only support our curriculum but also create an inclusive environment where every student feels empowered to participate and succeed. By contributing to this project, you're investing in a dynamic learning space that celebrates creativity, encourages exploration, and fosters a lifelong love for learning.

Ms. Charles Vernon Hill School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Worcester, MA View local requests

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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
6-Tier Magnetic File Holder, Large Capacity File Cabinet Organizer, No-Drill Mount Hanging Magnetic Paper Holder for File Cabinets, Office, Whiteboard, Magnetic Mail Holder • Amazon Business $35.99 2 $71.98
12 Pcs Bins for Classroom Plastic Storage Bins with Lids Storage Bins Storage Organizer Bins Plastic Shelf Containers 15 Sheets Self Adhesive Labels for Classroom School Home Office Supplies • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
Hasbro Play-Doh Super Color Set - 20 Pack Modeling Compound, Assorted Colors, 3 oz. Cans of Modeling Dough, Sensory Play Dough, Kids Arts & Crafts, Classroom Art Supplies • Kaplan Early Learning Company $28.76 2 $57.52
Nicunom 6 Pack Cubby Bin Storage Bins, Multi-Purpose Plastic Storage Bins Stackable Organizer Storage Cubbies for Home, Nursery, Playroom, Classroom • Amazon Business $25.99 2 $51.98
Lakeshore Peel & Stick Foam Cubes • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 3 $50.97
Crayola Washable Paints - Assorted Colors, Set of 12, 16 oz Bottles • Blick Art Materials $44.29 1 $44.29
Lakeshore Giant Washable Color Ink Pads - Set 2 - Set of 5 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Colorations SCIRACK Natural Wood Scissor Rack • Amazon Business $25.56 1 $25.56
Constructive Playthings Number and Letter Stamps for Clay, Dough and Paint, Creative Play, Literacy and STEM Toddler Toys, Fun Art Supplies with an Educational Twist, Small in Size, Ages 3 Years & Up • Amazon Business $25.39 1 $25.39
Dixon 9" x 12" Soft, Felt Sheets - 12 Sheets • Kaplan Early Learning Company $10.76 2 $21.52
vidabita 100 Sheets Colored Cardstock Paper 120gsm 32lb, 25 Assorted Colors Pastel Colored Construction Paper, Colored Paper for Kids Card Making, Printer, Origami, Scrapbook Craft • Amazon Business $18.90 1 $18.90
Lakeshore Glitter Pom-Poms • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Magic Craft Puffs - Set of 500 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Blick Essentials Tempera Paint Sticks - Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $8.37 2 $16.74
Learning Resources Uppercase Alphabet Stamps, Set of 26 Letters and Punctuation, Ages 4+, Letters Stamps for Kids,Back to School Supplies,Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Lakeshore Jumbo Colored Craft Sticks • Lakeshore Learning Materials $3.99 4 $15.96
Learning Resources Lowercase Alphabet Stamps - 34 Pieces,Ages 4+, Teacher Stamps, Letter Stamps for Kids, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, ABC Stamps,Letter Stamps for Kids,Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
4pcs Clay Rolling Pin Soft Clay Plasticine Dough Modelling Roller Sticks Children Clay and Dough Playing Tools Kids Playdough Kit • Amazon Business $14.25 1 $14.25
Simetufy 500 Colored Tissue Paper Bulk for Gift Bags, 50 Multicolor Tissue Paper for Gift Wrapping, 11.5in x 8in Rainbow Tissue Paper for Decorative Art Crafts Festival Decorations DIY Flower Pom Pom • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Top Erasers Cap Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $4.99 2 $9.98
Hygloss Crafting Yarn - 12 Colors • Kaplan Early Learning Company $9.86 1 $9.86
Chenille Kraft? Wooden Craft Materials; Spring Clothespins, Large • Quill.com $6.38 1 $6.38

Materials cost

$610.21

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.49

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$665.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$117.50

Total project goal

$783.35

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $783.35

1 Donor

-$391.68

Donations toward project cost

-$332.93

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.75

match offer

-$391.67

Match offer toward project cost

-$332.92

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.75

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