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Ms. Ale's Art Class from San Francisco, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Creativity Through Clay!

Help me give my students enough air dry clay and paint to make their pottery dreams come true!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ale's Art Class's classroom raised $603

This project is fully funded

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

Welcome to our High School's first-ever Clay Club, a vibrant community dedicated to providing low-income students with the resources and inspiration to explore their artistic talents. Our club offers a unique opportunity for students who may not have access to art supplies at home to immerse themselves in the transformative world of ceramics.

In Clay Club, students can unleash their creativity, learning essential techniques in hand-building and decoration.

The students who are a part of Clay Club not only develop their artistic skills but also build confidence and foster a sense of belonging. The act of molding clay becomes a powerful metaphor for personal growth—shaping ideas, building connections, and embracing individuality.

The Clay Club serves as a safe space where students from diverse backgrounds come together to collaborate, share stories, and express their emotions through art. By providing access to high-quality materials and tools, we eliminate barriers that often prevent talented young artists from pursuing their passion. Each piece they create tells a story, reflects their experiences, and enhances their self-esteem.

However, we need your support to keep this initiative thriving. Your donations will directly fund essential materials like clay, paints, tools, and shelving, ensuring that every student can participate fully. By investing in the Clay Club, you’re not just funding art supplies—you’re empowering the next generation of creators and change makers.

Join us in nurturing creativity, resilience, and community. Together, we can transform lives one piece of clay at a time. Thank you for considering a donation to our High School Clay Club!

Ms. Ale's Art Class City Arts & Leadership Academy Grades 9-12

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 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
MONT MARTE Signature Acrylic Color Paint Set, 12 x 33.8oz (1L), Semi-Matte Finish, 12 Colors, Suitable for Canvas, Wood, Fabric, Leather, Cardboard, Paper, MDF and Crafts • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
Amaco Mexican Pottery Clay - 25 lb • Blick Art Materials $39.94 2 $79.88
Laguna Wed Air Dry Clay EM217 - 50 lbs • Blick Art Materials $28.79 2 $57.58
Peohud 4 Pack Sanitizing Buckets, 3 Quart Small Cleaning Pail, Square Detergent Bucket with Spout and Handle for Home, Offices, School, Commercial Use • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Fixwal 10 Pack Black Floating Shelves for Wall, Black Wall Book Shelves for Living Room Decor, Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen • Amazon Business $36.49 1 $36.49
TSD STORY Total 15 PCS Mixed Plain Color Bib Aprons Bulk for Women Men Adult with 2 Front Pockets Chef Cooking Painting Baking(12colours ,15pcs) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
LIFE IS GOOD Rocket's Garden 5 Gallon Bucket 2 Pack • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
1 Gallon (128 oz) Clear Plastic Bucket with Lid and Handle (3 Pack), Ice Cream Tub with Lids - Food Grade Freezer and Microwave Safe Food Storage Containers, Round Plastic Pail Container, BPA Free • Amazon Business $20.95 1 $20.95
12 Pcs Soft Rubber Rib for Pottery Clay Silicone Ceramics Tools Multi Styles Pottery Rubber Clay Ceramic Ribs for DIY Smooths Shapes Sculpting Pottery Ceramics Clay Tool (Bright Color,Charming Style) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
S&T INC. 25 Pack Microfiber Cleaning Cloth, Bulk Microfiber Towel for Home, Reusable Microfiber Towels for Cars, Assorted, 11.5 in. x 11.5 in., 25 Count • Amazon Business $10.79 1 $10.79
U.S. Art Supply 25-Piece Children's All Purpose Paint Brush Set - Artist Variety Value Pack, 6 Types, Flat, Round, Chip, Mop, Foam Tipped Brushes - Fun Kid's Party, School Student Class Craft Painting • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Temede 5-Pack Car Wash Sponges, 9.1" x 4.3" x 2.4" Large Sponges, Extra Thick Foam Kit for All-Purpose Cleaning, Ideal Washing Sponges for Kitchen, Bathroom, Household • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$435.62

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$39.86

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$512.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$90.35

Total project goal

$602.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$602.36

2 Donors

-$602.36

Donations toward project cost

-$512.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$90.35

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$0.00

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