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Ms. Donna from Muskegon, MI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Kids With Cozy Hammocks

Help me give my students outdoor hammocks so that they can unwind and enjoy nature.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Donna's classroom raised $836

This project is fully funded

My Project

Introducing outdoor hammocks to the preschoolers' nature trail will significantly enhance their learning experience by providing a unique and interactive outdoor environment. These specific items will serve as cozy, yet versatile, learning space where children can engage in various activities, fostering a connection with nature and promoting sensory exploration. The hammocks offer a comfortable spot for storytelling, group discussions, and quiet observation, allowing the children to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings while developing their cognitive and social skills.

The goals for this project are multi-faceted.

Primarily, we aim to create an outdoor learning space that complements our nature trail, encouraging curiosity and a love for the outdoors. The hammocks will serve as a tool to facilitate hands-on learning experiences, promoting creativity, teamwork, and a sense of community among the preschoolers. Additionally, we hope to instill a deeper appreciation for the environment and instigate a sense of responsibility towards nature from an early age.

Our students are truly special as they bring a diverse range of interests, talents, and backgrounds to the preschool community. Each child possesses unique qualities and potential, and it is our commitment to nurture and support their individual growth. By integrating outdoor hammocks into the nature trail, we aim to cater to the diverse needs of our students, providing them with an inclusive and enriching learning environment that embraces the wonders of nature and the importance of community interaction. Through this project, we aspire to foster a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom, empowering our preschoolers to become inquisitive, compassionate, and environmentally conscious individuals.

Ms. Donna McMillan Early Childhood Center Grades PreK-2

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LA SIESTA Moki Organic Cotton Kids Hammock, 83 x 43 Inches, Green • School Specialty $156.67 2 $313.34
LA SIESTA Moki Organic Cotton Kids Hammock, 83 x 43 Inches, Blue • School Specialty $148.49 2 $296.98

Materials cost

$610.32

Vendor shipping charges

 $61.03

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$710.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$125.38

Total project goal

$835.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $835.88

4 Donors

-$831.47

Donations toward project cost

-$710.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$120.97

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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 $0.00

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