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Mrs. Oleksak from Springfield MA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspiring Environmental Awareness Through Arts and Crafts

Help me give my students arts and crafts tools to inspire them to celebrate Earth Day through artistic expression.

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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

As we gear up to celebrate Earth Day, we are excited to engage our students in meaningful arts and crafts projects that promote environmental awareness and stewardship. To support our efforts, we are seeking donations of essential arts and crafts tools such as cardboard scissors, hot glue guns, books, and other materials that will empower our students to express their creativity while learning about sustainability.

Through hands-on arts and crafts projects, students will learn about environmental issues such as recycling, conservation, and sustainability in a fun and engaging way.

By using recycled and eco-friendly materials, they will gain a deeper appreciation for the importance of protecting our planet.

Your donation of arts and crafts tools will enable us to provide students with the resources they need to create inspiring and environmentally-themed artworks for Earth Day. By supporting our project, you will empower students to become advocates for the planet and champions of environmental stewardship through the power of creativity. Thank you in advance for supporting this project.

Mrs. Oleksak
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
CANARY Corrugated Cardboard Scissors, Heavy Dudy Craft Scissors Japanese Stainless Steel Blade, Made in JAPAN, Blue (Bulk 5 Pcs Set) • Amazon Business $76.80 1 $76.80
Full Size Cordless Glue Gun, GoGonova 20V Temp Adjust LCD Digital Display Fast Heating Accurate Dual Temp, Dripless Full Size Heavy Duty Hot Gun Kit with 12 Pcs Sticks (Battery Included) • Amazon Business $55.99 1 $55.99
Full Size Cordless Glue Gun, GoGonova 20V Temp Adjust LCD Digital Display Fast Heating Accurate Dual Temp, Dripless Full Size Heavy Duty Hot Gun Kit with 12 Pcs Sticks (Battery Included) • Amazon Business $55.99 1 $55.99
WORKPRO 52-Piece Pink Tools Set, Household Tool Kit with Storage Toolbox, Basic Tool Set for Home, Garage, Apartment, Dorm, New House, Back to School, and as a Gift - Pink Ribbon • Amazon Business $49.98 1 $49.98
HS Durable Plastic Zip Ties 4 Inch (Bulk-1000 Pack) Small Tie Wraps Thin 18 Lbs Self-Locking Nylon Ties for Electronics Organizer, Wire Zip Ties Black • Amazon Business $10.05 4 $40.20
P.I.T. Small Tool Box, Portable Removable Tray Heavy Steel Tool Box with Metal Latch Closure, Pink, Metal Tool Box for Household, Warehouse, Repair Shop,Workshop,Tools Storage,Home DIY • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
ALBO Black Zip Ties Assorted Sizes 800 Pack 4+6+8+10+12 Inch Plastic Black Cable Ties Wire Tie UV Resistant Nylon Tie Wraps Assorted Sizes • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
TOWOT Sharp Multi Angle Miter Shear Cutter, Adjustable at 45 To 135 Degree With Safety Lock Hand Tools for Cutting Plastic, PVC and Molding Trim • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Bolt Dropper Cable Zip Tie Gun Tools - Install, Fastening, Cutting Zip Ties Wire with Steel Handle for Nylon Tie Rod Removal Tool - Adjustable, Comfort Grip, Heavy Duty Lightweight Cable Tie Gun • Amazon Business $17.63 1 $17.63
WISYOK 1000 Pcs Colored Popsicle Sticks for Crafts, 4.5 Inch Colored Wooden Craft Sticks, Ice Cream Sticks, Rainbow Popsicle Sticks, Great for DIY Craft Creative Designs and Children Education • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Mini Glue Gun Sticks, GoGonova 200 Pcs Clear Mini Glue Sticks, 0.27" Diameter and 4" Long Hot Melt Glue Sticks - Compatible with Most Mini Glue Guns • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
LUBAN Cable Wire Tie Gun With Cable Ties, Professional Fastening Cable Install and Cut Plastic Nylon Ties Tool • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Build Your Own Chain Reaction Machines: How to Make Crazy Contraptions Using Everyday Stuff--Creative Kid-Powered Projects! • Amazon Business $14.29 1 $14.29
Scotch Heavy Duty Packaging Tape, 1.88" x 22.2 yd, Designed for Packing, Shipping and Mailing, Strong Seal on All Box Types, 1.5" Core, Clear, 6 Rolls with Dispenser (142-6) • Amazon Business $13.89 1 $13.89
Krylon K05528007 COLORmaxx Spray Paint and Primer for Indoor/Outdoor Use, Gloss Mambo Pink, 12 Ounce (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $8.62 1 $8.62

Materials cost

$469.28

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$506.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.35

Total project goal

$595.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$595.67

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$595.67

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