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Mrs. Riggie from Flint, MI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kindness ROCKS!

Help me give my students the opportunity to share the message of Kindness ROCKS!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Riggie's classroom raised $501

This project is fully funded

My Project

The Service Stars Kindness project is a vibrant initiative that empowers our young students to spread the joyful message that kindness truly matters! This exciting endeavor focuses on beautifying the urban neighborhood surrounding our school, creating a magnificent rock garden that symbolizes kindness and connection. The project aims to benefit our local community, including our school, families, and residents in the neighborhood, inspiring a sense of belonging and positivity.

Through this project, our K-1 students will engage in small acts of kindness that can make a big difference.

With funding, they will receive painting supplies and smooth rocks to transform into colorful canvases for their heartfelt messages. Inspired by the delightful story "Kindness Rocks," this hands-on experience fosters creativity while teaching the importance of positivity.

Imagine a world where every child shares a message of kindness! This initiative encourages students to express themselves artistically while relating their actions to the wider community. As they paint and decorate their rocks, they’ll learn that even the smallest gestures can have a profound impact. Each rock will remind them of the kind actions they’ve taken and how they can continue to spread kindness.

To lead this initiative, students will organize group painting sessions, mentor one another in sharing ideas about kindness, and campaign for goodwill through their artwork displayed in the rock garden. By actively participating in these roles, our students will serve others, fostering a culture of kindness that extends beyond the classroom and into the hearts of their neighbors. Together, we can cultivate an environment where kindness flourishes and everyone feels valued!

Mrs. Riggie Hamady Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Flint, MI View local requests

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

100 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lifetop 24PCS Rocks for Painting, 2"-3" Inches DIY Rocks Flat & Smooth Kindness Rocks for Crafts, Decoration, Medium Rocks for Painting,Hand Picked for Painting Rocks • Amazon Business $15.99 7 $111.93
JR.WHITE Paint Markers Pens Acrylic Pen, 24 Colors Acrylic Paint Pens Medium Tip for Rocks, Stone, Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Canvas Painting, Paint Marker for Kids Adults Art and Craft Making Supplies • Amazon Business $16.99 6 $101.94
Kindness Rocks (Kindness Rocks the World) • Amazon Business $11.99 7 $83.93
Lakeshore Grab & Play Social-Emotional Games - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $73.99 1 $73.99
DUGATO Paint Brush Cleaner Washer, Multifunction Painting Brush Basin Holder and Organizer with Tray Palette Lid & 2 Art Sponges for Acrylic, Watercolor, Oil, Gouache Painting (Grey) • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97

Materials cost

$385.76

Vendor shipping charges

$3.70

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$425.25

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.04

Total project goal

$500.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$500.29

1 Donor

-$500.00

Donations toward project cost

-$425.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$75.00

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$0.00

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