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Mrs. Melendez from San Bernardino CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Materials for a Marketplace

Help me give my students the materials to bring their designs alive on the laser cutter and engraver.

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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

We're excited about our new Laser engraver and cutter, but there's a vital piece missing: the materials for students to bring their designs to life. That's why we're asking for your support in purchasing wood materials for hands-on design, engraving, and laser cutting activities.

These skills aren't just about boosting creativity; they're about giving students practical experience in modern technology and entrepreneurship.

These experiences go beyond the classroom, building confidence and independence as they tackle the challenges of today's world.

Your contribution will help set up a virtual marketplace where students can showcase and sell their creations. This isn't just about learning in theory; it's about giving them a real-world platform to apply their skills, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship from a young age.

Your generosity will leave a lasting impact, shaping the future of our community one student at a time. Thank you for considering our request and for being a champion of education and empowerment. Together, we can truly make a difference.

Mrs. Melendez
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
xTool Selected Basswood Plywood 12" x 24", 1/8 inch Plywood Basswood Sheets 6PCS Unfinished Wood for Crafts, 3mm Plywood for Laser Cutting Engraving, Painting, Thin Wood for Crafts & Decor • Amazon Business $45.99 5 $229.95
Csyidio 220 PCS Engraving Material Box, DIY Materials Apply to All Laser Engravers with Instructions, Laser Engraving Supplies Including Acrylic Sheet, Metal Materials, Wood Materials • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99

Materials cost

$309.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $28.36

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$372.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.81

Total project goal

$438.76

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $438.76

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 $438.76

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