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Ms. Mason from Springdale, AR is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creativity Is Key

Help me give my students arts and crafts supplies to engage them in hands-on learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Mason's classroom raised $390

This project is fully funded

My Project

Access to arts and crafts in the classroom is essential for a well-rounded education. It plays a crucial role in fostering creativity, improving cognitive and motor skills, and enhancing emotional and social development. Arts and crafts encourage students to think outside the box, experiment with different ideas, and find creative solutions. These skills are valuable in all areas of learning and future careers.

Engaging in the arts can enhance skills in subjects like math, science, and literacy by improving critical thinking, pattern recognition, and comprehension abilities.Creating art allows students to express their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and supportive environment.

This fosters self-confidence and individuality. Engaging students through arts and crafts will benefit their learning through imagination and tactile academic experiences.

Ms. Mason Monitor Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

25 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Washable Paint, 1 Pint Bottles, Assorted Colors, Set of 12 • School Specialty $54.22 1 $54.22
Staples 110 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 White 250 Sheets/Ream (49701) • Staples $15.74 2 $31.48
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Back to School Gifts & Prizes for Students & Classroom, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $30.09 1 $30.09
Armada Paper Shapers Set - Set A, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $29.48 1 $29.48
CHL41006 Glitter Set Multicolor, 3?4 oz. 6/pkg • Quill.com $28.43 1 $28.43
UCEC Paper Punches for Crafting, Hole Punch for Kids, 1 Inch Craft Hole Punch Shapes, 6PCS Kids Hole Puncher Shape Cutters for Crafts, Star Heart Flower Punch for School Crafting & DIY Projects • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
HKKYO Heart, Tulip, Daisy, Flower, Petal, Star 6PCS Paper Punches, 1 Inch Hole Punch for Crafts, Scrapbooking, Origami, Gift Wrap, Multicolor, Plastic Handle • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Apple Barrel, Vibrant Spectrum Collection Acrylic Craft Paint, PROMOABIII, 2 fl oz each, 16 assorted matte colors, 16 count • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Astrobrights 70 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", Assorted Colors, 80 Sheets/Ream (91668) • Quill.com $13.79 1 $13.79
HTVRONT Holographic Chunky Glitter for Resin - 15 Colors Holographic, 150g/5.3oz Craft Glitter Set, Chunky Glitter for Tumblers, Craft, Body, Face, Nails • Amazon Business $9.68 1 $9.68
24 Pcs Foam Paint Brushes, Wood Handle Sponge Brushes for Painting, Staining, Varnishes, and DIY Craft Projects (1'', 2'' and 3'') • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$260.09

Vendor shipping charges

 $15.37

Sales tax

 $21.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$330.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.38

Total project goal

$389.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $389.20

2 Donors

-$364.20

Donations toward project cost

-$309.57

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$54.63

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

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