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Ms. Daniels from Camden NJ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowerment Ceremony: Funding a Memorable Graduation for Low-Income Children

Help me give my students a lasting difference in the lives of low-income preschoolers by giving them the memorable and joyous graduation experience they deserve.

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

A fantastic graduation holds immense significance for preschoolers on multiple levels. Firstly, it serves as a powerful affirmation of their hard work, resilience, and achievements throughout their early years of education. By celebrating their accomplishments in a memorable way, we instill in them a sense of pride and self-worth, reinforcing the importance of education and setting a positive trajectory for their future academic endeavors.

A fantastic graduation experience can have a profound impact on the social and emotional development of low-income preschoolers.

It creates a sense of belonging and community, fostering connections with peers, teachers, and caregivers that extend beyond the classroom walls. This sense of belonging is especially crucial for children from disadvantaged backgrounds, as it provides them with a support network and a source of encouragement as they navigate the challenges ahead.

The specific items we are requesting for this project—such as graduation gowns, caps, diplomas, and decorations—will play a pivotal role in creating a memorable and inclusive graduation experience for our low-income preschoolers. These items will not only enhance the visual appeal of the ceremony but also symbolize the significance of the occasion, making our students feel truly special and valued.

Our goals for this project extends beyond just hosting a graduation ceremony. We aim to foster a culture of celebration and achievement within our preschool community, where every child feels seen, heard, and empowered to reach their full potential. By providing our low-income preschoolers with a fantastic graduation experience, we hope to inspire them to dream big, work hard, and believe in themselves, regardless of the challenges they may face.

Giving our preschoolers a fantastic graduation is not just about celebrating their achievements—it's about affirming their worth, nurturing their potential, and laying the foundation for a future filled with hope and possibility.

Ms. Daniels
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Xuhal 6 Set Preschool Graduation Cap and Gown Set Kindergarten Grad Gowns Children Graduation Cap with 2024 Grad Tassel • Amazon Business $65.79 2 $131.58
Yinder 227 Pcs Preschool Graduation Party Supplies Dinnerware Graduation Decorations 2024 Tableware Graduation Plates and Napkins, Cups, Tablecloth, Cutlery, Straws, Congrats Grad Decorations for Kids • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
108 Pcs 2024 Graduation Balloon Arch Kit and 4 Lighted Graduation Balloon Box with letters "GRAD" "So Proud of You" Preschool High School College Grad Party Supplies(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
108 Pcs 2024 Graduation Balloon Arch Kit and 4 Lighted Graduation Balloon Box with letters "GRAD" "So Proud of You" Preschool High School College Grad Party Supplies(Red, Blue) • Amazon Business $21.79 1 $21.79
OurWarm Balloon Column Kit Set of 2, 63 inch Balloon Column Stand with Base and Pole, Adjustable Balloon Arch Tower Pillar Kit for Wedding Birthday Party Baby Shower Graduation Decorations • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
INFLORAL Birthday Party Red Balloons Arch Kit 174 PCS Red and Rose Gold Confetti Balloon Garland Kit Latex Balloons Set for Mother's Day Valentine Day Wedding Bridal Shower and Baby Shower Decorations • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
3PCS Graduation Decorations Class of 2023 2024 Photo Banner Party Supplies - Congrats Grad We are So Proud of You Garland Decor(Blue) • Amazon Business $10.97 1 $10.97
Funrous 30 Pack Kindergarten Class of 2024 Grad Party Eyeglasses Photo Props Congrats Grad 2024 Glasses Preschool Graduation Party Sunglasses, 15 Styles • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
100 Pieces Graduation Cellophane Treat Bags, Congrats Graduates Candy Present Bags Plastic Clear Goodie Wrapping Bags with 100 Silver Twist Ties for Graduation Day (Blue) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Preschool Graduation Certificates • Lakeshore Learning Materials $6.99 1 $6.99
2024 Red Balloons, 2024 Foil Number Balloons, 40 inch 2024 Balloons New Year, Large 2024 Mylar Balloons for 2024 New Years Eve Party Supplies Festival Birthday Anniversary Graduation Decorations • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$273.06

Vendor shipping charges

$0.35

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$307.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.27

Total project goal

$361.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$361.78

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$361.78

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