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Ms. Wasniewski from La Mesa, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Dance Classroom Needs Supplies!

Help me give my students supplies to be successful artists in our dance classroom!

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  • $450 still needed

expires Jan 17

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My Project

Help support our growing high school dance program by providing essential supplies for our classroom! These materials will help students in all levels—from beginning dance and dance fitness to advanced dance—build strength, improve technique, explore creativity, and feel confident in a welcoming and inclusive space.

Your donation will help create a well-equipped dance classroom where every student has access to meaningful movement experiences, regardless of their previous dance training or financial circumstances.

With the right supplies, students can safely learn, collaborate, express themselves, and develop lifelong skills such as discipline, teamwork, perseverance, and confidence. Your support will help our dancers thrive both in the studio and beyond!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

Never Before Funded 170 students impacted
Ms. Wasniewski Helix Charter High School Grades 9-12

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

La Mesa, CA View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 170 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Giantex 15-Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Mobile Book Paper Organizer Utility Trolley with Wheels, Ideal for School, Office, Home • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Kleenex Anti-Viral Facial Tissue, 55 Tissues Per Box, Pack of 3, White, 1x1x1 - Adult • School Specialty $28.57 2 $57.14
CloroxPro Disinfecting Wipes, Fresh Scent, 700 Count | Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes for Home, Cleans 99.9 Percent of Viruses and Bacteria, Household Essential • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
Sorbus Cube Storage Bin, Fabric, 6 Pack (11 Inch, Pastel Multi-Color) | Collapsible cubby bins with carry handles for clothes and toys; sturdy colored baskets for kids' rooms. • Amazon Business $28.12 1 $28.12
General Medi Instant Ice Cold Pack (4”x 5.5”) – 25 Packs Disposable Cold Therapy Ice Packs for Pain Relief, Swelling, Inflammation, Sprains, Toothache – for Athletes & Outdoor Activities • Amazon Business $21.68 1 $21.68
Dimora Athletic Tape, Easy Tear Sports Tape with Serrated Edges, Strong Adhesion, No Residue, Ideal for Gymnastics, Boxing, Lacrosse, Hockey and First Aid (White, 1.5 in x 45 ft, Pack of 32) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
300 Sheets Colored Paper, 8.5 X 11 Colored Printer Paper Lightweight Construction Paper Double Sided Origami Paper for Crafts & Art, 20 Assorted Colors ( 70gsm/19lb) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Lysol Disinfecting Wipes, Cleaner, Lemon + Linen + Mango, 80 ct. (3 Pack) | All Purpose Cleaner, Sanitizing, Deodorizing, Apartment Essentials, Back To School Cleaning Supplies, Kitchen & Bathroom Wipe • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
EXPO Dry Erase Whiteboard Cleaning Spray, 8oz - Calendar, Organization, Essential Supplies for Office, School, Classroom, Teachers • Amazon Business $2.99 4 $11.96
J-MEE Hair Bands Hair ties for Thick Hair 100PCS Seamless Cotton Simply Ponytail Holders Headband Scrunchies Hair Accessories No Crease Damage (Neutral Colors) • Amazon Business $5.39 2 $10.78
HOYOLS Clear Hair Ties, 1500 Pcs Small Elastic Rubber Bands | Soft Mini TPU Rubber Bands with No-Snag Stretch Hold for Braids, Ponytails and Daily Styling for Women and Teens • Amazon Business $5.96 1 $5.96
Staples Large Rubber Door Stop, Brown, 2/Pack (ST62712) • Quill.com $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$313.08

Vendor shipping charges

$5.71

Sales tax

$28.65

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$382.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.44

Total project goal

$449.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$449.58

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$449.58

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