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Mr. Escobar from Tucson, AZ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creativity Unlocked with a 3D Printer

Help me give my students the art of creativity with this FLASHFORGE 3D printer, it lets them turn their digital designs into real, tangible objects. Such as custom toys or unique prizes for our PBIS incentives program.

  • $975 goal

This project expired on June 27, 2025.

This project expired on June 27, 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

My heart overflows with excitement when I imagine the possibilities a FLASHFORGE Adventurer 5M Pro 3D Printer could unlock for my extraordinary elementary students. It's more than just a piece of technology; it's a key to unlocking their boundless potential and igniting a lifelong passion for learning. The 3D printer transforms abstract ideas into concrete realities. For my visual learners, this is transformative. They can physically interact with concepts, leading to deeper comprehension and retention. This printer empowers students to express their creativity in unique and meaningful ways. They can design custom toys, create personalized gifts, and even invent solutions to real-world problems. It brings STEM to life. It’s not just theory; it’s hands-on application. The high speed of the printer allows for more time spent creating, and less time waiting, so the students can stay engaged. The quick change nozzle, and automatic bed leveling, allows for more time learning, and less time with frustrating set up. I believe that this printer and set of beanbag and rocker chairs would definitely benefit all of our students and create life long learners.

Mr. Escobar Manzo 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.

Tucson, AZ View local requests

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 200 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
FLASHFORGE Adventurer 5M Pro 3D Printer with 1 Click Auto Printing System, 600mm/s High-Speed, Quick Detachable 280°C Nozzle, Core XY All-Metal Structure, Multi-Functional 220x220x220mm 3D Printer • Amazon Business $464.00 1 $464.00
Big Joe Milano Kid's Smartmax Black Beanbag Chair • Amazon Business $43.99 4 $175.96
ECR4Kids Leaf Floor Seat, Rocker Chair, Navy, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $94.99 1 $94.99

Materials cost

$734.95

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$52.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.02

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$828.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$146.21

Total project goal

$974.73

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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