Help me give my students photography equipment to enhance multiple projects throughout the year.
$917 goal
This project expired on November 17, 2025.
This project expired on November 17, 2025.
My Project
I love that our classical charter school focuses on the classics- but there are so many advanced technical ways to create art through the use of cameras, computers, and more that I want to help my scholars bring their work to the 21st century.
First, we will establish a photography unit, then we will also use the equipment to take creative photographs to use for our drawing and painting projects throughout the year.
Finally, we will use the backdrops as a part of our shadow puppet theatre unit. Thankfully, we have already received a used Nikon DSLR camera and flash, so now we are requesting help funding the rest of our needs to get this studio up and running.
I would like students to create a digital portfolio of their work which is why we are also requesting the product photography box. The finishing touch will be allowing the students access to their own color printer which will be useful in more ways than I can enumerate here. As a small classical charter school, our art program is often underfunded compared to our nearby public schools. This technology/equipment will help our students to be competitive with local schools and hopefully instill a love and appreciation for photography in their hearts.
Epson WorkForce Pro WF-4830 Wireless Color Inkjet Printer, All-In-One, Print, Scan, Copy, Fax (9472528)
• Quill.com
$257.59
1
$257.59
Vanguard Alta Pro 263AP Aluminum Tripod with PH-32 Panhead for Sony, Nikon, Canon DSLR Cameras Black
• Amazon Business
$139.95
1
$139.95
GSKAIWEN 180 LED Light Photography Studio LED Lighting Kit Adjustable Light with Light Stand Tripod Photographic Video Fill Light
• Amazon Business
$85.40
1
$85.40
A-SUB Premium Photo Paper Luster 8.5x11 Inch 66lb for Inkjet Printers 50 Sheets, Single Sided
• Amazon Business
$19.90
4
$79.60
Photo Shooting Backgorund Kit, 2PCS Background Boards(24x24),8PCS Backdrop Paper with Light Cone, Photography Kit for Product Shooting, 2PCS Brackets with 2PCS Clips for Food Jewelry Make-up
• Amazon Business
$53.99
1
$53.99
NEEWER Photo Studio Backdrop Support System, 10ft x 7ft//3m x 2.1m Adjustable Background Stand with 4 Crossbars, 6 Backdrop Clamps, 2 Orange Sandbags, and Carrying Bag for Portrait Studio Photography
• Amazon Business
$39.89
1
$39.89
Lockport Black Gaffers Tape 2 inch x 30 Yards - 3 Pack Pro Black Gaff Tape - No Residue, Water Resistant, Non-Reflective, Easy Tear - Multipurpose Photography, Filming, Stage, Production, and More
• Amazon Business
American DJ EC163-3FER 16 Gauge 3-Way IEC Power Extension Cord 25 ft.
• Music & Arts
$19.99
1
$19.99
EMART Photo Black Backdrop Curtain, 5 x 7 ft Photography Black Background Fabric Cloth, Back Drops Pack for Photoshoot Party Birthday
• Amazon Business
$9.90
1
$9.90
5X6.5FT White Backdrop, UTEBIT White Background for Photography, Photo Booth Backdrops for Photoshoot Backgrounds Screen Video Recording Parties Curtain
• Amazon Business
$8.96
1
$8.96
Materials cost
$737.82
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$11.07
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$778.89
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$137.45
Total project goal
$916.34
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Dykstra and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.