Lights, Camera, Impact!: Capturing the Magic of Theatre
Help me give my students the equipment to capture and share the magic of theatre!
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Chance's classroom raised $906
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
To fully capture the depth, energy, and artistry of our theatrical productions and digital storytelling, we are seeking funding to purchase a high-quality professional camera.
This essential piece of equipment will enable us to film live plays and musicals with the clarity and richness they deserve.
They can create compelling web content to engage our growing online community. This project can teach youth participants the technical and creative skills behind content creation for platforms like YouTube and social media.
I hope to equip students with marketable skills in video production, editing, and digital storytelling—tools that are increasingly valuable in today’s media-driven world.
Our students are primarily bilingual, English language learners, and come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Your gift not only helps amplify their voices—it gives them access to tools and training that can open doors to creative and professional opportunities many never imagined were within reach.
This initiative is more than a technical upgrade; it’s an investment in education, access, and the future. With the right tools, our students won't just perform on stage—they'll learn to document, promote, and share their work, gaining real-world experience in an expanding field of creative careers.
We estimate the cost of the camera and necessary accessories to be $[insert amount]. Any contribution you can make—whether it be a portion or the full amount—will directly impact both our artistic output and our ability to prepare young people for success in a digital age.
Your generosity has always helped us bring art to life. With your help, we can now preserve that work, amplify it, and empower the next generation of creators.
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
Canon - EOS Rebel T7 DSLR Video Two Lens Kit with EF-S 18-55mm and EF 75-300mm Lenses
• Best Buy Education
$599.99
1
$599.99
HPUSN Softbox Photography Lighting Kit 30"X30" Professional Continuous Lighting System Photo Studio Equipment with 2pcs E27 Socket 5400K Bulbs for Portraits Advertising Shooting YouTube Video
• Amazon Business
$95.99
1
$95.99
Endurax 66 Tripod for Camera and Phone Camera Tripod Stand with Quick Release Plate Compatible with iPhone Nikon Canon DSLR Heavy Duty and Sturdy Grey
• Amazon Business
$32.99
1
$32.99
Materials cost
$728.97
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.93
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$769.90
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$135.86
Total project goal
$905.76
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$905.76
1 Donor
-$603.83
Donations toward project cost
-$513.26
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$90.57
match offer
-$301.93
Match offer toward project cost
-$256.64
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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