Help me give my students crochet supplies to empower middle school students to learn a new skill and create handmade blankets for Project Linus, providing comfort to families facing health crises, homelessness, and hunger
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gowie's classroom raised $482
This project is fully funded
My Project
Crochet for Change is an innovative project designed to empower middle school students by teaching them the art of crocheting while fostering social responsibility. Participants will learn the life skill of crocheting, which not only enhances fine motor skills and patience but also provides them with a creative outlet. The project's primary goal is to create handmade blankets to contribute to Project Linus—a nationwide initiative dedicated to providing comfort to children and families facing health crises, homelessness, and hunger.
The initiative is built on the belief that seemingly small acts can have a significant social impact.
By engaging in this hands-on activity, students from diverse backgrounds will learn about the importance of community service and social empathy. The process of creating a blanket, stitch by stitch, reinforces the idea that collective efforts, no matter how modest, can lead to meaningful change. It also instills a sense of pride and accomplishment, as each student takes home a tangible product of their hard work and dedication.
Beyond the development of technical skills, Crochet for Change aims to nurture a community-minded spirit. Students will experience first-hand how sharing their newly acquired skills and compassion can positively affect the lives of others. Through this project, participants not only contribute to alleviating the challenges faced by underserved families but also build a foundation for lifelong habits of giving and service.
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
Sooez 24pcs Super Large Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, B4 Pencil Pouch Bulk with Label Pocket, Waterproof Organizers for Board Game Storage, File Bags for School, Travel & Office, 15.62x11.2”, 12 Colors
• Amazon Business
$18.98
1
$18.98
Vellostar Sewing Kit for Adults - Mend Your Clothes with This Hand Sewing Kit at Home or On The Go, a Basic Needle and Thread Kit with Essential Sewing Supplies and Accessories for Small Repairs
• Amazon Business
$17.97
1
$17.97
Dritz Tapestry Needles - Size 16, Package of 5
• Blick Art Materials
$2.09
6
$12.54
Scissors Bulk Set of 5-Pack, Niutop 8" Multipurpose Sharp Sewing Craft Fabric Scissors for Office Home High/Middle School Student Office Teacher Art Supplies, Soft Comfort-Grip Right/Left Handles
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
53 PCS Yarn Needles Kit,Plastic Large Eye Sewing Needles, Large-Eye Blunt Needles, Bent Tapestry Needles, Yarn Needles Crafting Knitting Stringing Needles with Storage Box for Knitting Crochet
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Materials cost
$353.05
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$21.18
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.30
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$409.53
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$72.27
Total project goal
$481.80
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$481.80
3 Donors
-$446.51
Donations toward project cost
-$409.53
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Gowie and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"DC","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":3,"name":"Middle School"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":false,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/crochet-for-change/9095235/","mayHaveReplacements":true,"numStudents":25,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Gowie","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"-618791232","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"Washington","teachersOnPage":[8942147],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":true,"proposalId":9095235,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"schoolId":124450,"schoolName":"Ida B Wells Middle School","authorIds":{"8942147":{"owner":"Ms. Gowie","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[9095235],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherHasProfilePhoto":false,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":19,"teacherChallengeId":22096144,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":8942147,"schoolCounty":"District Of Columbia","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"DC","name":"District of Columbia"}}