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Ms. West from Kailua, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fourth Graders Aspiring to Save Endangered Plants

Help me give my students resources to learn about endangered Hawaiian plants and to help save the planet!

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My Project

I am writing to you on behalf of our enthusiastic fourth-grade class at our elementary school. We are embarking on an exciting and impactful project to research endangered Hawaiian plants, with a strong emphasis on conservation and preserving the precious plant species unique to our beautiful islands.

Our mission is to instill a sense of responsibility and stewardship for the environment in our young learners while immersing them in the rich biodiversity of Hawaii.

By studying endangered plants, our students will gain a deeper understanding of the delicate balance that sustains our ecosystem and the urgency of preserving our natural heritage.

To accomplish our goal, we are reaching out to generous donors like you for support. Your contributions would have an invaluable impact on our students' learning, achievement, and community outreach. I have identified several key resources that would greatly enhance our project:

1. **Educational Books and Materials:** Nonfiction books and educational resources about Hawaiian plants, ecosystems, and conservation efforts would provide a solid foundation for our students' research and understanding.

2. **Plant Identification Guides:** Field guides and resources that help our students identify and understand the unique characteristics of endangered Hawaiian plants are crucial for their hands-on learning experiences.

3. **Outdoor Tools:** Access to tools such as magnifying glasses, polaroids and sketchbooks would enable our students to connect with and better understand the nature in their own backyard.

4. **Community Engagement Materials:** Materials for creating presentations, exhibits, and documentaries to raise awareness about endangered Hawaiian plants within our school and local community.

Your support would not only contribute our students' educational journey but also foster a sense of pride in their ability to make a positive impact on the environment. By investing in our project, you are investing in the future stewards of our planet.

Ms. West Keolu Elementary School Grades 3-5

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More than half of 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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Polaroid Instant Color I-Type Film - 40x Film Pack (40 Photos) (6010) • Amazon Business $71.99 1 $71.99
HBTower 3 Step Ladder, Folding Step Stool with Wide Anti-Slip Pedal, 500lbs Sturdy Steel Ladder, Convenient Handgrip, Lightweight, Portable Steel Step Stool, Black • Amazon Business $55.99 1 $55.99
10X Magnifying Glass for Kids and Seniors Non-Slip Handheld Reading Magnifier 75 mm Magnifying Lens for Book Newspaper Reading Classroom Science Nature Exploration (12 Pcs) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Hawaiian Heritage Plants: Revised Edition (Latitude 20 Books) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
12 Pack White Hardcover Blank Book 6x8 inch, Hardcover Blank Book for Kid to Write Stories, Hardcover Sketchbooks Journal（White，22 Sheets/ 44 Pages Each）by zmybcpack • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Crayola Washable Paint for Kids - Green (1 Gallon), Kids Arts and Crafts Supplies, Non Toxic, Bulk • Amazon Business $24.46 1 $24.46
24 Pack A5 Kraft Paper Notebooks, Bulk Blank Journals for Kids, Crafts, Sketchbook, Classrooms, Traveling, (60 Pages 5.5x8.3-In) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
12 Pack Small Digital Kitchen Timer Magnetic Back and ON/Off Switch,Minute Second Count Up Countdown（White,Blue,Orange • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Punchy Pastel 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb./176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91780) • Amazon Business $20.44 1 $20.44
iCasso for MacBook Air 13 Inch Case 2020 2019 2018 Release A2337M1/ A1932/A2179 with Retina Display Touch ID, Durable Hard Shell Case and Keyboard Cover for MacBook Air 13 - Morandi • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock,"Brilliant" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91687), Assorted • Amazon Business $18.49 1 $18.49
Jecery 30 Set Garden Paper Pot Craft Kit Planting for Kids Foam Flowers Crafts Flower Pots Bulk Kits Growing DIY Painting, Multicolor • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
The Seeking Tree • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
108 Pack Palm Leaves Artificial Tropical Monstera - 6 Kinds Large Small Green Fake Palm Leaf with Stems for Safari Jungle Hawaiian Luau Party Table Decoration Wedding Birthday Theme Party Decorations • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Let's Save Our Planet: Forests: Discover the Facts. Be Inspired. Make A Difference. • Amazon Business $15.44 1 $15.44
A Kid's Guide to Saving the Planet: It's Not Hopeless and We're Not Helpless • Amazon Business $12.38 1 $12.38
Lonely Planet Kids 101 Small Ways to Change the World 1 • Amazon Business $12.19 1 $12.19
The Lorax (Classic Seuss) • Amazon Business $7.48 1 $7.48
A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story • Amazon Business $6.91 1 $6.91

Materials cost

$445.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $19.62

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$502.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.62

Total project goal

$590.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $590.81

3 Donors

-$384.65

Donations toward project cost

-$326.96

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$57.69

Matching donations from our partners

-$206.16

Match offers toward project cost

-$175.24

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.92

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