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Ms. Orensten from Saint Paul, MN is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Filament Color Refresh for Student Designed 3D Prints

Help me give my students filament colors they requested for their 3D model creations

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Orensten's classroom raised $375

This project is fully funded

My Project

In our school, students have the option of engaging in hands-on learning through 3D printing, creating innovative and meaningful projects that promote creativity and technical skills. As part of their design process, they use 3D printers to bring their ideas to life, but the current limitation on filament color options restricts their ability to fully express their vision. With a wider variety of filament colors, students would have the freedom to make their designs more realistic, visually appealing, and reflective of their personal styles or the real-world applications they are aiming for.

Expanding our filament color options will not only enhance the aesthetic quality of student projects, but it will also encourage students to think more critically about color theory and its relevance to design.

Whether students are creating prototypes, art pieces, or models related to STEM projects, the ability to choose from a broad spectrum of colors will allow them to make intentional decisions about how their projects are perceived. This could lead to a deeper understanding of the importance of color in both artistic and technical fields, opening doors for students to consider new career paths.

Your generous donation will ensure that students have access to a variety of filament colors, transforming their 3D printing experience and helping them develop skills that will serve them well in the future. By supporting this project, you will directly impact their ability to innovate and create with the freedom to choose the perfect colors for their designs. Thank you for helping us make our classroom a more vibrant and inspiring place for students to grow!

Ms. Orensten Barack and Michelle Obama Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Saint Paul, MN View local requests 700 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ZIRO PLA Filament 1.75mm,3D Printer Filament PLA PRO Basic Color Series 1.75MM Total 4KG(8.8lbs), Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.03mm,Black(1KG X 4 Spools Pack) • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99
ZIRO PLA Filament Dual Color Coextrusion Silk 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm for 3D Printer & 3D Pen, Multicolor PLA Rainbow Filament, 1kg(2.2lbs),Gold & Silver • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
ZIRO 3D Printer Filament,Matte PLA Filament 1.75mm,Multicolor Rainbow PLA Filament,1KG/2.2lb,Camouflage • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Bambu Lab - 1.75mm PLA Galaxy Filament - Nebulae • Best Buy Education $24.99 1 $24.99
ZIRO 3D Printer Filament,Matte PLA Filament 1.75mm,Multicolor Rainbow PLA Filament,1KG/2.2lb,Macaron • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
Bambu Lab - 1.75mm PLA Matte Filament - Marine Blue • Best Buy Education $22.99 1 $22.99
ZIRO PLA Filament 1.75mm, Shining Red 3D Printer Filament Silky, Silk 3D Printing Filament, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.03mm, Fit Most 3D FDM Printers Metal Metallic 1KG/2.2lb Spool • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
ZIRO Silk PLA Filament, 1.75mm 3D Printing Filament Shiny, Glossy PLA 3D Printer Filament, Fit Most FDM Printers, 1.75mm 1KG Metal-Like Surface Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.03mm, Silky Rose Gold • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
ZIRO Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm, White Shine 3D Printer Filament, Shiny 3D Printing Filament, Dimensional Fit Most 3D FDM Printers, Metal Metallic 1KG/2.2lb Spool, White • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
ZIRO Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm, Shine 3D Printer Filament, Shiny 3D Printing Filament, Dimensional Fit Most 3D FDM Printers, Metal Metallic 1KG/2.2lb Spool, Green • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
ZIRO Matte PLA Filament 1.75mm,1KG 3D Printer Filament,High Toughness PLA,Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.03mm,Matte PLA White • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$284.29

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$318.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.21

Total project goal

$374.76

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$374.76

6 Donors

-$177.46

Donations toward project cost

-$167.72

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.74

Matching donations from our partners

-$177.45

Match offers toward project cost

-$150.83

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.62

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$19.86

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$0.00

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