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Ms. Culbertson from Philadelphia, PA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Make My Kids Feel Golden!

Help me give my students gold and metallic paint to make golden frames to display their artwork and also prizes to reward their awesomeness.

  • $686 goal

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My Project

I am an art teacher for K-5th graders and an elementary school. I am reaching out to you today with a heartfelt request to help make my students' art experience truly golden.

As an art teacher, my goal is to inspire creativity and foster a sense of pride in my students' artistic abilities.

I firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to express themselves through art and feel a sense of accomplishment in their work. That is why I am seeking your support in acquiring essential art supplies for our art room.

The title of our project, "Help Make My Kids Feel Golden!", perfectly encapsulates the essence of what we aim to achieve. We are in need of gold and metallic paint, as well as a sharpener for the classroom and prizes to reward the kids for their amazing attitudes. These supplies will enable us to create beautiful gold frames for their artwork, allowing them to showcase their creations with pride. The joy and excitement they will experience when seeing their artwork displayed in these golden frames will be immeasurable. It will serve as a constant reminder that their creativity is valued and celebrated.

I kindly request your support in making our art room a place where dreams are nurtured and creativity flourishes. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these young artists and help them feel truly golden. Thank you for considering our cause. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated by myself, my students, and the entire school community. If you have any questions or would like further information, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Ms. Culbertson Richard R Wright Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

250 students impacted 11donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
X-Acto School Pro Electric Pencil Sharpener - Black • Blick Art Materials $49.43 1 $49.43
Pentel Hi-Polymer Eraser Caps - Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $45.30 1 $45.30
Handy Art Tempera Paint, Pint, Fluorescent 6-Color Set (RPC882060) • Quill.com $44.99 1 $44.99
Fiskars Blunt Tip Kids Scissors, 5 Inches, Assorted Colors, Pack of 12 - Elementary - Comfortable • School Specialty $39.59 1 $39.59
Handy Art? Metallic Tempera Paint, Silver, 16 oz. Bottle, Pack of 3 (RPC231166-3) • Quill.com $38.99 1 $38.99
Handy Art? Metallic Tempera Paint, Gold, 16 oz. Bottle, Pack of 3 (RPC231162-3) • Quill.com $37.99 1 $37.99
Super Duper Prize Bucket of Motivational Toys & Prizes 6 3/4 x 5 5/8 Assorted Colors 150 Pieces/Bucket (SD609) • Staples $33.15 1 $33.15
YITOHOP 15000+ Colorful Rubber Loom Bands, Creative Mega Rubber Bands Refill Kit Jewelry Necklace Bracelet Making Kit Clips Hooks Tool for Girls Art DIY Craft • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Sargent Art 8 Ounce Gold Metallic Tempera Paint, Non-Fading, Rich Vivid Pigments, Brilliant Matte Finish, Fast Dry Formula, Non-Toxic • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Sargent Art 8 Ounce Silver Metallic Tempera Paint, Non-Fading, Rich Vivid Pigments, Brilliant Matte Finish, Fast Dry Formula, Non-Toxic ,GRAY • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
June Gold 72 Mechanical Pencils, 0.7 mm HB #2 Lead, 2 Lead Dispensers/w 220 Refills & 16 Erasers, Break Resistant Lead, Convenient Side Click & Soft Non-Slip Grip • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
100 Pcs Scented Pencils for Kids Fruit Scent HB Graphite Pencils with 100 Pcs Fruit Pencil Caps Colorful Pencils Fun pencils Lovely Wood Pencils Gift for School Office Classroom Party Reward Supplies • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
11000+ Rubber Band Bracelet Kit, Loom Bracelet Making Kit for Kids, Rubber Bands Refill Loom Set, Loom Bands Kit • Amazon Business $19.80 1 $19.80
Pencil holder for Kids and Adults Colorful Pencil holder Fun Perfect Decompression Pencil Tools Pens Pencil Toppers Writing Pencil Holder for Kids Handwriting Reusable Spiky Pencil holder (100 Pcs) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Tiny Mills 50 Pcs Emoji Assorted Stamps for Kids Self-Ink Stamps (50 Different Designs) for Emoji Birthday Party Favors,Goodie Bag Pinata Fillers, Game Prizes, Classroom Rewards, Teacher Stamps • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Blick Essentials Tempera - Brass (Metallic), Quart • Blick Art Materials $12.87 1 $12.87
Blick Essentials Tempera - Copper (Metallic), Quart • Blick Art Materials $12.87 1 $12.87
Blick Essentials Tempera - Treasure Gold (Metallic), Quart • Blick Art Materials $12.87 1 $12.87
60 Pcs Paint Brushes Set for Kids Classroom Students Beginners，Small Brush Bulk for Detail Painting ,Round Flat Paintbrushes for Acrylic Painting，Oil Watercolor Acrylic Paint Brush • Amazon Business $9.80 1 $9.80
Pastel Scissors, Niutop 8" All Purpose Scissors Heavy Duty Ergonomic Comfort Grip Shears Sharp Scissors for Office Home Household Sewing High/Middle School Students Teacher Art Craft DIY Supplies • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$540.52

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.96

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$582.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.81

Total project goal

$685.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $685.40

11 Donors

-$672.46

Donations toward project cost

-$582.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$89.87

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$12.94

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