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Mr. Grandinetti from Phoenix, AZ is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspiring Creativity Through Books, Art, and Play

Help me give my students books, supplies & interactive tools for our classroom!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Grandinetti's classroom raised $1,184

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

Our classroom is a vibrant, dynamic learning community where every day brings new opportunities for exploration, creativity, and growth. I am passionate about providing my students with experiences that go beyond textbooks—engaging them with award-winning literature, hands-on art projects, and interactive games that build teamwork and critical thinking. With your generous support, we can transform our classroom into an inspiring space where every student has the tools they need to thrive.

Every item on this list has been carefully chosen to meet our diverse educational needs.

Our project is designed to create an engaging learning environment by providing a diverse range of supplies. We need an assortment of inspiring books that promote literacy and empathy, alongside art supplies like colored pencils, giant maps, and comfortable seating to spark creativity. Interactive games and sensory tools, including giant tic tac toe, inflatable bowling, and cornhole sets, will encourage teamwork and motor skills, while craft materials such as fidget toys, craft sticks, and hot glue guns support hands-on projects. Additionally, everyday classroom essentials—from school glue and hot glue sticks to snacks, laminating sheets, markers, tape dispensers, and staplers—will help us maintain an organized and resourceful space for learning.

The inspiring literature will open up new worlds and perspectives, while the art supplies and craft materials will allow students to express their creativity in tangible ways. Interactive games and sensory tools will not only make learning fun but also help build essential social and motor skills. Meanwhile, the classroom essentials ensure that our day-to-day activities run smoothly, providing a reliable foundation for academic success.

Mr. Grandinetti Estrella Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Phoenix, AZ 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Maitys 4 Pcs Stadium Seats for Bleachers with Back Support and Cushion Folding Bleacher Seat with Backrest Wide Padded School Floor Chairs 5 Reclining Positions(29.5 x 21.7 x 2 Inch,Multi Color) • Amazon Business $116.99 1 $116.99
Frito Lay Baked & Popped Mix Variety Pack, (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $21.86 3 $65.58
Bostitch Office No-Jam Booklet Stapler, 20 Sheets, No-Jam Technology, Black (B440SB) • Amazon Business $29.20 2 $58.40
Zhengmy 12 Pieces Mini Hot Glue Gun Crafts Hot Melt Guns Fast Preheating and Easy Squeeze Trigger for School DIY Arts Class Projects Office Home Quick Repairs (Multicolored) • Amazon Business $25.99 2 $51.98
Goldfish Crackers Big Smiles Variety Pack with Cheddar, Colors, and Pretzels, Snack Packs, 30 Ct • Amazon Business $12.86 3 $38.58
1000Pcs Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Bulk, Birthday Gift Toys, Fidgets Stocking Stuffers, Treasure Box Birthday Party, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes, Pinata Filler Stuffers for Classroom • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Rarlan Colored Pencils Bulk, Pre-sharpened Colored Pencils for Kids, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 36, Coloring Pencils 432 Count • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
2 Pack - Giant World Map & US Map Poster Set - Extra Large Mega Chart of the World & United States - Laminated - 46" x 60" [Blue] • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit, Bulk Pack, Individual Single Serve Bags, 0.8 oz (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $7.99 4 $31.96
OTTARO Giant Tic Tac Toe Game Outdoor Indoor for Family, Outdoor Bean Bag Toss Game for Adults and Kids(3ft x 3ft) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
AdTech Hot Glue Sticks 4" Mini Size, White, 550 Sticks • Amazon Business $28.09 1 $28.09
IRIS USA 7 Quarts Plastic Storage Container Bin with Latching Lid, 12 Pack, Nestable Box Tote Closet Game Organization Teacher Tools Art Supplies Shoe Shoebox Stackable • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
3000pcs 4.5" Wooden Craft Sticks, Popsicle Sticks for Waxing, Ice Cream Sticks, Wooden Sticks for Crafts, Hair Removal and Waxing Supplies, Creative Designs and Home Art Projects • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
NZQXJXZ 3x2 ft Cornhole Board Set with 8 Bean Bags and Carrying Bag, Outdoor Toss Game Set for Kids and Adults, Portable Corn Hole Sets for Beach Lawn Backyard (Red and Blue) • Amazon Business $27.95 1 $27.95
Giant Inflatable Bowling Set for Kids and Adults, Christmas Birthday Party Games, Kids Education Motor Skills Toys • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Lichamp 2 Pack Desktop Tape Dispenser Holder with Large 3 inch Core for Masking Tape, Heat Transfer Tape Sublimation, Painters Tape, Freezer Tape and Kitchen Tape, 0228LG • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Permanent markers, 100 packs permanent markers bulk, quick drying in one second, waterproof, smooth, not easy to erase, durable, can be marked on glass, tiles and cloth, office supplies … • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
AdTech 220-145-5 4" Full Size Hot Glue Sticks, 4 inch, Clear • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Elmers Liquid School Glue, Slime Glue & Craft Glue | Washable, 4 Ounces Each, Great for Making Slime, 12 Count • Amazon Business $11.03 2 $22.06
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets, 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $19.68 1 $19.68
170Pcs Valentines Pop It Fidget Toys Bulk Party Favors for Kids Pop Keychain Sensory Toys Bag Fillers Pop Toddler Birthday Carnival Treasure Classroom Prizes Stress Reliever Anti-Anxiety Toy • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
SEBETOW Masking Tape Bulk 10 Packs 0.75 Inch - Masking Tapes Artist Drafting Tapes White Beige, General Purpose for Craft, Art, Office, School, 3/4 Inch x 55 Yards x 10 Rolls • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Once Upon a Quinceañera • Amazon Business $11.40 1 $11.40
Speak Up! • Amazon Business $10.59 1 $10.59
The Curse on Spectacle Key • Amazon Business $9.20 1 $9.20
We Were the Fire: Birmingham 1963 • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Iveliz Explains It All: (Newbery Honor Award Winner) • Amazon Business $7.81 1 $7.81
Show Me a Sign (Show Me a Sign, Book 1) • Amazon Business $7.79 1 $7.79
Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish • Amazon Business $7.51 1 $7.51
Ghost Boys • Amazon Business $7.08 1 $7.08
The War That Saved My Life: (Newbery Honor Award Winner) • Amazon Business $6.92 1 $6.92
The Summer I Turned Pretty • Amazon Business $6.65 1 $6.65
The First Rule of Punk • Amazon Business $6.39 1 $6.39
Number the Stars: A Newbery Award Winner • Amazon Business $6.20 1 $6.20
Bostitch Office Bostitch SBS1914CP Standard Staples, 1/4" Leg Length (Box of 5000) • Amazon Business $3.03 2 $6.06
Esperanza Rising (Scholastic Gold) • Amazon Business $5.26 1 $5.26

Materials cost

$898.50

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $64.24

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,006.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$177.57

Total project goal

$1,183.79

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,183.79

1 Donor

-$1,183.79

Donations toward project cost

-$1,006.22

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$177.57

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