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Ms. Mejia from Salinas, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Mejia's classroom raised $180

Fifth Graders Still Celebrate Birthdays

Help me give my students the opportunity to celebrate their birthday with their friends.

This project expired on May 14, 2023.

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Ms. Mejia Cesar E Chavez Elementary School
Salinas, CA Grades 3-5

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

Our families may find it difficult to celebrate their children's birthdays. Currently, prices have increased for all supplies and salaries are still the same for some of our parents.

This project gives our students the opportunity to receive a small gift and celebrate in class with their friends.

Being able to acknowledge their birthday in class will bring a smile to their face. On their special day, they will receive a present and have everyone in class sing to them. Birthdays are special, and this project will definitely bring joy to every child.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

35 students impacted 4 donors
Ms. Mejia Cesar E Chavez Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Salinas, CA View local requests

Nearly all 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

35 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
200 Pcs Happy Birthday Pencils Colorful Printed Birthday Pencils 7.5 Inch with Top Erasers Classroom Birthday Woodcase Lead Pencils for Teacher Student Reward Birthday Party Kids Gifts Supplies • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
72 Pcs Happy Birthday Decorations Birthday Party Favors, Include 36 Birthday Crowns Paper Birthday Party Hats and 36 Party Happy Birthday Glasses Photo Booth Prop for Birthday Classroom Party Supplies • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Joyjoz 24 Pieces Galaxy Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Ages 6+ Non Sticky, Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Dminya Happy Birthday Rubber Bracelets Colored Silicone Stretch Wristbands for Birthday Party Supplies Favors 30 Pack rubber bracelets for kids&teens Party Favor Sets • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Oasis Supply Scented Cupcake Erasers Toy (24 Piece), 1-Pack (RN STECUPC) • Amazon Business $6.50 2 $13.00
Raymond Geddes Happy Birthday Assorted Bookmarks For Kids (Pack of 100) • Amazon Business $11.94 1 $11.94
Happy Birthday Stickers for Kids, 300 Pcs Waterproof Badge It's My Birthday Stickers for Teachers Students Classroom Home Birthday Party Decoration • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$110.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $10.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$152.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.95

Total project goal

$179.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $179.64

3 Donors

-$119.75

Donations toward project cost

-$101.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.96

match offer

-$59.88

Match offer toward project cost

-$50.90

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$8.98

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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