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Mrs. Hoffman from Pasadena, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Hoffman's classroom raised $2,901

From Imagination to Creation: 3D Learning in Action

Help me give my students a 3D printer and filament for creative learning.

This project is fully funded

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

I love how curious, imaginative, and determined my students are. They come to class each day excited to explore, ask questions, and create. Many of them learn best through hands-on experiences, and I want to give them opportunities that inspire innovation and critical thinking. A 3D printer will allow my students to bring their ideas to life—from designing prototypes to solving real-world problems. It will make abstract STEM concepts more concrete and engaging. The filament and supplies will ensure that every student has access to the materials they need to fully participate. This project will help my students become confident creators, collaborators, and problem-solvers who are prepared for the future. I believe every child deserves access to tools that spark learning and joy, and this 3D printer will do exactly that.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

21 students impacted 2 donors
Mrs. Hoffman Washington Elementary STEM Magnet 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.

Pasadena, 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

21 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bambu Lab - X1C Combo 3D Printer - Silver • Best Buy Education $1,749.99 1 $1,749.99
JAYO PLA+ Filament 1.75mm,3D Printer Filament PLA Plus Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02 mm, 1.1 Kg Per Spool, Black+White+Gray+Blue+Red+Green+Orange+Yellow+Pink+Transparent of 10 • Amazon Business $110.19 1 $110.19
Kingroon PLA Filament, Triple Color Silk PLA Filament, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.03 mm, 4kg Spool(8.8lbs), 1.75 mm, Red Green Blue+Red Yellow Blue+Copper Green Purple+Yellow Blue Green • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
SUNLU 3D Printer Silk Filament,Shiny Silk PLA Filament 1.75mm, Smooth Silky Surface, Great Easy to Print for 3D Printers, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, Silk Light Gold + Silk Silver 2KG • Amazon Business $38.69 1 $38.69
SUNLU Glow in The Dark PLA Filament, Neatly Wound Luminous PLA 3D Printer Filament 1.75mm Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, Fit Most FDM 3D Printers, 1kg Spool (2.2lbs), (Blue PLA, Glow Blue) • Amazon Business $25.98 1 $25.98
SUNLU High Speed PETG Filament 1.75mm Bundle, Less Stringing PETG 3D Printer Filament, 2kg in Total, 1kg per Spool, PETG 2 Pack, Black+White • Amazon Business $24.29 1 $24.29
SUNLU High Speed PETG Filament 1.75mm Bundle, Less Stringing PETG 3D Printer Filament, 2kg in Total, 1kg per Spool, PETG 2 Pack, Green+Yellow • Amazon Business $24.29 1 $24.29
SUNLU High Speed PETG Filament 1.75mm Bundle, Less Stringing PETG 3D Printer Filament, 2kg in Total, 1kg per Spool, PETG 2 Pack, Blue+Red • Amazon Business $24.29 1 $24.29
CC3D Color Change PLA Filament Purple Blue to Pink PLA Filament 1.75 mm 1KG 3D Printer Filament 2.2LBS Spool Heat Temp Color Changing Filament with Temperature PLA • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Creality 3D Printer Filament, PLA Plus Filament 1.75mm Beige, PLA Pro Toughness Upgraded Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.03mm, 1KG Spool(2.2lbs) Ender PLA+ Filament for Most 3D Printer • Amazon Business $21.84 1 $21.84
ELEGOO Metal PLA Filament 1.75mm Bronze 1KG, Metallic Shiny 3D Printer Filament Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02mm, 1kg Spool(2.2lbs) Fits for Most FDM 3D Printers • Amazon Business $21.24 1 $21.24
Geeetech Silk Rainbow PLA Filament 1.75mm, 3D Printer Multicolor Filament, Color Changing Filament 1kg (2.2lbs) 1 Spool, Dimensional Accuracy +/- 0.02 mm • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
GIANTARM Matte PLA, 1.75mm PLA Filament, 1KG Spool(2.2lb), Vacuum Packaging, 3D Printer Filament for Bambu Lab (Matte Skin) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
GIANTARM Matte PLA, 1.75mm PLA Filament, 1KG Spool(2.2lb), Vacuum Packaging, 3D Printer Filament for Bambu Lab (Matte Brown) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Comgrow 3D Printer PEI Sheet 258*258mm, Double Sided Textured PEI Build Plate for Bambu Lab X1C / X1 / X1E / P1P / P1S / A1, PEI Spring Steel Build Plate Flexible Print Bed Removable Surface Platform • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$2,200.74

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$201.37

3rd party payment processing fee

$33.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,465.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$435.02

Total project goal

$2,900.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$2,900.14

1 Donor

-$580.03

Donations toward project cost

-$493.03

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$87.00

match offer

-$2,320.11

Match offer toward project cost

-$1,972.09

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$348.02

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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$0.00

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