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Mrs. Lara from Long Is. City, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Igniting Minds: Materials for Hands-On Exploration

Help me give my students You're providing your students with organized circuit kits, storage bins, and cyclone paper to support hands-on learning, encourage creativity, and keep materials tidy and easily accessible for classroom activities.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Lara's classroom raised $1,155

This project is fully funded

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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, creative, and full of energy my students are. They come to class ready to explore new ideas, ask questions, and dive into hands-on learning. These resources will make a huge difference in their experience. The circuit kits will help them build, experiment, and problem-solve as they create projects that light up, move, or respond to touch—bringing their ideas to life in a tangible way. The heat press and mug maker will allow them to take their creativity a step further by designing custom mugs—combining art, design, and technology in a way that feels both fun and empowering. The markers and cellophane paper will fuel their imagination during the design process, while the storage bins will keep all their materials organized and easy to access. Each item will help bring learning to life and support the unique talents and curiosity of every student in my class.

Mrs. Lara Intermediate School 10 Horace Greeley Grades 6-8

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.

Long Is. City, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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
NuFun Activities Printable Iron-on Heat Transfer Paper for T Shirts, Light Fabrics, 500 Sheets 8.5 x 11 inch, Long Lasting, Durable, Professional Quality, Easy DIY, Non-Toxic, Made In the USA • Amazon Business $185.00 1 $185.00
Cricut Mug Press + 12 Blank Mugs (12oz each) • Amazon Business $109.00 1 $109.00
Cricut EasyPress 2 Heat Press Machine (12 in x 10 in), Ideal for T-Shirts, Tote Bags, Pillows, Aprons & More, Precise Temperature Control, Features Insulated Safety Base & Auto-Off, Raspberry • Amazon Business $99.00 1 $99.00
Ziploc Storage Bags, Gallon, Box of 250 • School Specialty $54.67 1 $54.67
Cricut - EasyPress Mini - Zen Blue • Best Buy Education $49.99 1 $49.99
Case for Play-Doh Modeling Compound 20-Pack Case of Colors 3-Ounce Cans,Storage Box Organizer Container Holds 32-Pack of 1-Ounce Modeling Compound for Kid Party Favors(Box Only) • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98
HOMZ 5 Pack Small Clear Plastic Storage Bins with Latching Lids, 7.5 Quart, Gray - Organization Container Totes for Shoes, Art and Craft Supplies • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
MINTWOOD Design Extra Large 22 x 14 Inch Rainbow Blanket Basket for Colorful Room Decor, Playroom & Classroom Storage Basket, Decorative Cotton Rope Basket, Toy Storage Baskets & Bins, Pastel Rainbow • Amazon Business $33.95 1 $33.95
Cricut Adhesive Cutting Mats - Pkg of 3, Light, Standard, and Strong Grip • Blick Art Materials $33.78 1 $33.78
Gionlion Clay Beads Friendship Bracelet Making Kit,72 Colors Preppy Clay Beads A-Z Letter Beads Number Beads& Charms Kit Complete Friendship Jewelry Making Kit DIY Crafts Gift for Teen Girls • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Cello Wrap Roll Clear • Teachers' School Supply $5.49 5 $27.45
Cello Wrap Roll Orange • Teachers' School Supply $5.49 5 $27.45
Cello Wrap Roll Red • Teachers' School Supply $5.49 5 $27.45
NAWOD 35 Premium Acrylic Paint Marker Pens, Double Pack of Both Extra Fine and Medium Tip, for Rock Painting, Mug, Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Fabric, Canvas, Metal, Pumpkin, DIY Crafts Making Art Supplies • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Scotch Moving & Storage Packing Tape with Dispenser 1.88 x 38.2 yds. Clear 4/Pack (3650S-4RD) • Staples $20.64 1 $20.64
toyco Gingerbread House Foam Christmas Craft Kit- Makes 24 • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Bostitch Stapler with 1260 Staples - InPower Red Spring Powered Stapler - Built-in Staple Remover - 20 Sheet Capacity- Staple Storage Compartment - One Touch Heavy Duty for Desk • Amazon Business $17.88 1 $17.88
Art and Craft Storage Box - 5-3/10" H x 6-3/10" W x 11-1/5" L • Blick Art Materials $17.59 1 $17.59
Staples Moving and Storage Packing Tape 1.88 W x 54.6 yds. Clear 6 Pack (52210/ST-A26-6C) • Staples $16.15 1 $16.15
Learning Resources Magnetic Create-A-Space Storage Bins - Set of 4 • Blick Art Materials $14.48 1 $14.48
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824, 200Pk • Amazon Business $11.74 1 $11.74
Cricut EasyPress Mat (12" x 12"), Protective Resistant Mat for Heat Press Machines, HTV and Iron On Projects, Heat Press Mat, Compatible with EasyPress 2 Machine, Gray • Amazon Business $11.29 1 $11.29

Materials cost

$913.44

Vendor shipping charges

$24.48

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$981.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$173.23

Total project goal

$1,154.85

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,154.85

1 Donor

-$577.42

Donations toward project cost

-$490.81

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$86.61

match offer

-$577.42

Match offer toward project cost

-$490.81

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$86.61

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$0.00

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