Help me give my students the tools to explore the possibility of being an entrepreneur.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Sledge's classroom raised $491
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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 am a Teacher of Graphic Design in Paterson, NJ. Many of my students come from families struggling to make ends meet, and opportunities for financial stability are often limited. However, I believe that entrepreneurship can be a powerful tool to inspire and uplift young minds, providing them with the skills and confidence needed to build a successful future.
To introduce my students to entrepreneurship, my graphic department, EG Graphics, is incorporating a T-shirt design & production department using a heat press machine as a hands-on learning experience.
This initiative will not only teach students essential graphic design skills but also expose them to the fundamentals of branding, marketing, and financial literacy. By creating and selling their own custom-designed T-shirts, students will gain firsthand experience in managing costs, setting prices, and engaging with customers—skills that are crucial for any aspiring entrepreneur.
Through this project, students will learn to take their ideas from concept to execution, understanding the value of hard work, persistence, and innovation. They will design logos, create marketing materials, and utilize social media to promote their products. Additionally, they will gain experience in customer service and business management, preparing them for real-world success.
With the right resources, we can provide students with the materials they need to create and sell their T-shirts while fostering a spirit of entrepreneurship that could change their lives. By investing in this program, you are investing in the future of young entrepreneurs who have the potential to transform not only their own lives but also their communities.
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
VEVOR Heat Press, 5 in 1 Heat Press Machine 15x15, 1050W Sublimation Transfer Printer with Teflon Coated, Fast&Even Heating, Digital Precise Temperature Control, for T Shirts Mug Cap Plate, Black
• Amazon Business
$257.88
1
$257.88
Raspberry Cricut Easy Press Mini with Everyday Iron On Bundle, Heat Press Machine for HTV Sublimation, Perfect for Personalized Gifts DIY Projects, Easy to Weed Heat Transfer Vinyl, Convenient Size
• Amazon Business
$68.30
1
$68.30
Heat-Resistant Gloves S Beige PK12
• Grainger
$13.76
4
$55.04
Materials cost
$381.22
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.72
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$416.94
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$73.58
Total project goal
$490.52
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$490.52
2 Donors
-$245.26
Donations toward project cost
-$208.47
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$36.79
match offer
-$245.26
Match offer toward project cost
-$208.47
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mr. Sledge and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
