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Mrs. Volpi from Pasadena CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Enhancing Theater Fundraising With a Hot Dog Grilling Machine

Help me give my students a tool to increase fundraising for our theatre company!

  • 1 donor
  • $266 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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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

Our theater program is dedicated to providing enriching experiences for our students, and we believe that a hot dog grilling machine will serve as an excellent tool for fundraising events.

Fundraising is crucial for our theater program to cover expenses related to props, costumes, and production costs.

By incorporating a hot dog grilling machine into our fundraising events, we can attract more attendees and increase our revenue. Hot dogs are a popular and affordable food option that appeals to a wide range of people, making them ideal for our events.

The resources we've requested, particularly the hot dog grilling machine, will play a significant role in benefiting our students in several ways. Students involved in our theater program will actively participate in planning and executing fundraising events where the hot dog grilling machine will be used. They will gain practical experience in event management, food preparation, and customer service, which are valuable skills applicable in various future endeavors.

With the ability to offer hot dogs at our fundraising events, students will witness firsthand how such a simple addition can attract more attendees and increase revenue. This experience will illustrate the importance of creativity and innovation in fundraising efforts.

The utilization of the hot dog grilling machine will require teamwork among students to ensure smooth operations during events. This collaboration fosters a sense of camaraderie and reinforces the importance of effective communication and coordination in achieving common goals. By hosting successful fundraising events with the hot dog grilling machine, students will actively engage with their community and build meaningful connections with supporters. This interaction not only raises funds but also promotes awareness and appreciation for the arts within our local community.

Mrs. Volpi
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
SYBO Hot Dog Roller, 18 Hot Dog 7 Roller Grill Cooker Machine with Detachable Glass Cover, 1000-Watts, OT-R3-8 • Amazon Business $177.00 1 $177.00

Materials cost

$177.00

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $16.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$225.86

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.86

Total project goal

$265.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $265.72

1 Donor

-$265.72

Donations toward project cost

-$225.86

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.86

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