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Mr. Yu from Sacramento, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Giving Out Blankets to Asian Elders

Help me give my students giving out blankets to Asian Elders to celebrate the Lunar New Year!

  • $491 goal

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My Project

I'd like my students to give blankets to Asian elders in the community to celebrate the Lunar New Year. The project aims to make a positive impact on the learning experience of students by instilling values of empathy, compassion, and community engagement. The act of creating and giving out blankets fosters a sense of connection and care among students, contributing to their social and emotional development.

The primary goal of this project is to spread love and care within the community, particularly towards Asian Elders, as the Chinese Lunar New Year approaches.

By involving students in the Blankets of Hope initiative, the project seeks to promote a sense of community service, cultural awareness, and inclusivity. Additionally, it provides an opportunity for students to actively participate in giving back to their community.

The uniqueness of your students lies in the diversity of their backgrounds, with almost half coming from the Asian community. This diversity enriches the school environment and provides a valuable opportunity for cultural exchange and understanding. The willingness of your students to engage in projects like Blankets of Hope demonstrates their special qualities of empathy, kindness, and a desire to make a positive impact on their community, especially given the Title 1 school context.

Mr. Yu William Land Elementary School Grades 3-5

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Sacramento, CA View local requests

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

24 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
BEDELITE Fleece Blanket Black Throw Blankets for Couch & Bed, Plush Cozy Fuzzy Blanket 50" x 60", Super Soft & Warm Blankets for Fall and Winter • Amazon Business $9.99 35 $349.65

Materials cost

$349.65

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$31.99

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.24

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$416.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.57

Total project goal

$490.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$490.45

1 Donor

-$490.45

Donations toward project cost

-$416.88

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.57

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$0.00

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