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Ms. Primo from Normal, IL is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kindness Project: Putting Mental Health First Through Acts of Empathy

Help me give my students a chance to express kindness and empathy through stickers and t-shirts.

  • $476 goal

This project expired on March 9, 2025.

This project expired on March 9, 2025.

My Project

I am incredibly proud of my students' compassion, creativity, and dedication to making a difference. They are a diverse and energetic group, united by their passion for supporting one another and fostering a positive, inclusive school environment. Despite their different backgrounds, they share a common goal: to create a school culture where kindness and mental well-being are at the forefront.

My students recognize the powerful connection between kindness and mental health, and they are eager to channel their energy into improving the school for everyone.

The t-shirts they will design are part of a project to spread messages of empathy and kindness. Through the art-making process, students will enhance their artistic skills and tap into their creativity in ways that can help alleviate stress and anxiety. Art therapy has been shown to support mental health by fostering emotional expression and reducing tension. Once the t-shirts are complete, they will serve as daily reminders of the importance of kindness and mental wellness, helping students feel connected and proud of their work. The stickers are a fun and easy way for students to spread positivity to everyone around them. Students can add these to their Chromebooks, planners, water bottles, and more.

The overarching goal of this project is to nurture a school culture where kindness, understanding, and empathy are practiced regularly. I want students to feel empowered to be kind to others, offer support, and remember to care for their own mental health. By incorporating art therapy into this initiative, I hope to provide students with tools for managing stress and maintaining focus on their personal and academic growth.

This project reflects my students' passion for creating positive change and their commitment to fostering inclusivity, mental well-being, and kindness—values that are essential to making our school a supportive and thriving community.

Ms. Primo Normal West High School Grades 9-12 Normal, IL View local requests

More than a third 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

Never Before Funded 200 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gildan Unisex-Adult Softstyle Cotton T-Shirt, Style G64000, Multipack • Amazon Business $52.20 1 $52.20
Gildan Unisex-Adult Softstyle Cotton T-Shirt, Style G64000, Multipack • Amazon Business $51.24 1 $51.24
Gildan Unisex-Adult Softstyle Cotton T-Shirt, Style G64000, Multipack • Amazon Business $51.20 1 $51.20
Gildan Unisex-Adult Softstyle Cotton T-Shirt, Style G64000, Multipack • Amazon Business $49.84 1 $49.84
Gildan Unisex-Adult Softstyle Cotton T-Shirt, Style G64000, Multipack • Amazon Business $47.46 1 $47.46
Gildan Unisex-Adult Softstyle Cotton T-Shirt, Style G64000, Multipack • Amazon Business $47.29 1 $47.29
Gildan Unisex-Adult Softstyle Cotton T-Shirt, Style G64000, Multipack • Amazon Business $43.24 1 $43.24
300 Pieces Inspirational Quote Stickers for Teens Students Teachers, Motivational Stickers for Water Bottles Women, Aesthetic Laptop Decals Waterproof Vinyl Positive Stickers for Planners Scrapbooking • Amazon Business $8.86 3 $26.58

Materials cost

$369.05

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$404.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.40

Total project goal

$475.99

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