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Ms. Williams from Cincinnati, OH is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cultivating Curiosity in the Art Room

Help me give my students access to supplies which will open up their imagination and spark their curiosity.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Williams's classroom raised $559

This project is fully funded

My Project

Request for Art Supplies to Foster Curiosity and Creativity

My classroom is a vibrant melting pot of students hailing from various backgrounds, countries, and cultures.

Each student brings their unique perspectives and experiences, contributing to the richness of the classroom. With differing levels of artistic talent and abilities, my students embody a diverse spectrum of creativity that deserves to be nurtured and heard.

To encourage self-expression that transcends the traditional confines of pencil and paper, I am requesting a variety of art supplies. These materials will include paints, markers, and pastels among others. Such an array of resources will empower my students to explore their identities and experiences in meaningful ways, fostering a sense of belonging and self-worth within their artistic endeavors.

By providing these essential art supplies, I aim to cultivate an inclusive environment where every student feels encouraged to unleash their creativity. This initiative will allow them to express their unique voices and perspectives. Thank you for considering this request to enhance our artistic journey!

Ms. Williams Princeton High School Grades 9-12

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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

150 students impacted 12donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Markers Classpack, Broad Line, Assorted Colors, Set of 256 • School Specialty $97.64 1 $97.64
Blick Studio Acrylics - Set of 36 colors, 21 ml tubes • Blick Art Materials $39.86 2 $79.72
HIMI Gouache Paint Set, 48 Colors x 0.4oz, Twin Cup Jelly Design, bouns 3 Brushes & a Palette, Non-Toxic, Opaque Guache Paint for Canvas and Watercolor Paper - Perfect for Beginners, Students, Artists • Amazon Business $28.79 2 $57.58
Gray Paper Stumps - Set of 48 • Blick Art Materials $16.94 2 $33.88
Paint Brushes Set, 60 Pcs Paint Brushes for Acrylic Painting, Oil Watercolor Acrylic Paint Brush, Artist Paintbrushes for Body Face Rock Canvas, Kids Adult Drawing Arts Crafts Supplies, Black • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
MEMX Scratch Art Books for Kids, 2 Pack Rainbow Magic Scratch Paper Black Scratch it Off Art Crafts Notes Boards Sheet with 2 Wooden Stylus for Best Gifts • Amazon Business $9.79 3 $29.37
Pink Pearl Eraser - Large, Box of 12 • Blick Art Materials $6.84 4 $27.36
Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencil - Indigo Blue • Blick Art Materials $1.52 12 $18.24
Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils - Black • Blick Art Materials $1.52 12 $18.24
Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencil - Crimson Red • Blick Art Materials $1.52 12 $18.24
Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencil - Non-Photo Blue • Blick Art Materials $1.52 12 $18.24

Materials cost

$428.49

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.76

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.43

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$474.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.77

Total project goal

$558.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $558.45

9 Donors

-$443.45

Donations toward project cost

-$376.93

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.52

Matching donations from our partners

-$115.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$97.75

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.25

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 $0.00

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