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Ms. Garigen from Rochester, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Garigen's classroom raised $368

Making a Creative Makerspace

Help me give my students the types of materials needed to create, construct, and ultimately take home their creations to loved ones.

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Ms. Garigen World of Inquiry School 58
Rochester, NY Grades 3-5

My Project

Many of our learners thrive in a hands-on environment and learn best by doing. Our makerspace will be a dynamic, hands-on learning environment, providing access to knitting machines, cross stitch, clay, and a diverse range of arts and craft supplies. These resources will empower students to build, explore, and design, and not only will they enhance their fine motor skills but also stimulate their imagination, allowing them to transform ideas into tangible creations.

The makerspace will provide a dedicated space for students to unleash their creativity, experiment with different materials, solve problems and bring their ideas to life.

This space not only fosters technical expertise but also nurtures a sense of accomplishment and the joy of showcasing one's craftsmanship. As the students carry their projects home, they eagerly anticipate the moment when they can proudly present their creations to family and friends, sharing the excitement and knowledge gained in the makerspace, inspiring inspiration, curiosity and conversation beyond the walls of the library and school.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

400 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Garigen World of Inquiry School 58 Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Rochester, NY 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

400 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Brimoon SENTRO 48 Needles Knitting Machine, Smart Weaving Loom Round Knitting Machines with Row Counter for Adults or Kids，DIY Knit Loom Machine Kit for Hat, Scarves, Gloves, Socks • Amazon Business $59.99 2 $119.98
Modeling Clay Kit - 24 Colors Air Dry Ultra Light Soft & Stretchy DIY Molding Clay with Tools, Kids Art Crafts Gift for Boys & Girls Age 3-12 Year Olds • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98
Pllieay 10-in-1 Cross Stitch Beginner Kit for Kids, Embroidery Kit Includes 10pcs Plastic Mesh Canvas with Pattern, 15 Yarns, 5 Weaving Needles, Needle Points Starter Kit Sewing Set with Instructions • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Pllieay Kids 10-in-1 Cross Stitch Beginner Kit for Kids, Includes Instruction of 10 Different Patterns, 10 Blank Plastic Canvas for Needlework, and 14 Colored Threads, Needlepoint Starter Sewing Set • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Billbotk Diamond Art Painting Coasters Kit, 10 Pieces Mandala Diamond Art Coasters with Holder, DIY Diamond Arts and Crafts for Adults • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
sinceroduct Diamond Painting Stickerc for Kids, 80pcs 5D DIY Diamond Painting Kits, Arts and Crafts for Kids, Gem Sticker, Gem Art Kits for Kids, Diamond Stick for Girls Boys Kids Adult Beginner • Amazon Business $11.09 1 $11.09
ZMLM Rainbow Scratch Paper Kit: 117Pcs Magic Art Craft Stuff Supplies Black Drawing Pad for Age 3-12 Kids Children Girl Boy DIY Toy Activity Educational|Party Faver|Christmas Birthday Gifts • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
ZMLM Scratch Paper Art Set: 60Pcs Magic Drawing Art Craft Kid Black Scratch Off Paper Supply Kit Toddler Preschool Learning Bulk Toy for Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Girl Boy Christmas Birthday Party Gift • Amazon Business $9.09 1 $9.09

Materials cost

$277.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$312.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$55.07

Total project goal

$367.12

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $367.12

2 Donors

-$367.12

Donations toward project cost

-$312.05

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.07

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