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Ms. Kinoshita from San Diego, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. K's Supplies, Where Creativity Thrives

Help me give my students additional ways to express themselves visually via tempera paints and etc.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Kinoshita's classroom raised $1,025

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Our students are a diverse and talented group, each with a unique story to tell. What sets them apart is their passion for creativity and their potential to make a difference in the world through the arts.

Art supplies are invaluable to these students as they provide the means to turn their creative visions into reality.

Donations are vital because they ensure that every student, regardless of their background, has access to the tools needed for artistic expression. This inclusivity fosters a sense of unity and opportunity among students.

Art supplies not only cultivate artistic skills but also boost confidence, encourage innovation, and promote critical thinking. They allow students to explore various mediums and techniques, empowering them to communicate their thoughts, emotions, and perspectives effectively.

By donating art supplies, individuals directly contribute to the growth and development of our students. They support a nurturing environment where creativity thrives and students can discover their artistic talents. These supplies make a tangible difference in the classroom by providing the resources needed for hands-on learning and self-expression.

Ultimately, your generosity can help these students unlock their full creative potential, shaping them into future artists, designers, and innovative thinkers who contribute positively to their community and beyond.

Ms. Kinoshita San Diego High School Grades 9-12

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.

San Diego, CA View local requests

More than half 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

300 students impacted 19donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gallon Paint Pump Dispenser - Set of 8 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.96 12 $323.52
Storex Plastic Small Cubby Bins, 5.1" x 7.8" x 12.2", Assorted Colors, 5/Carton (62490U05C) • Quill.com $32.99 3 $98.97
Blick Black Cat Waterproof India Ink - Quart • Blick Art Materials $15.98 3 $47.94
EXPO Dry Erase Markers (Assorted Colors) - 36 Count with CHISEL Tip • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $45.00 1 $45.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Black, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Orange, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Light Green, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Magenta, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Brown, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Yellow, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Turquoise, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Peach, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - White, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Pink, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Violet, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Light Blue, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Blue, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Green, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00
Blick Washable Tempera Paint - Red, Gallon • Blick Art Materials $16.00 1 $16.00

Materials cost

$755.43

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $69.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$870.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$153.68

Total project goal

$1,024.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,024.56

11 Donors

-$995.21

Donations toward project cost

-$870.88

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$124.33

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$29.35

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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