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Mrs. Stith from Louisville, KY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Painted Trash Can Art for Environmental Awareness

Help me give my students the supplies they need to beautify our school's campus trash cans to help increase environmental awareness.

  • $1,014 goal

This project expired on October 6, 2023.

This project expired on October 6, 2023.

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Mrs. Stith Crosby Middle School
Louisville, KY Grades 6-8

My Project

Environmental awareness has become an imperative aspect of our modern society. As we face the consequences of climate change, pollution, and dwindling natural resources, it is crucial to instill a sense of responsibility and consciousness about of environment from an early age. One effective and creative way to achieve this goal is by engaging 8th graders in painting trash cans for environmental awareness. This seemingly simple activity can have a profound impact on their lives by fostering a deeper understanding of environmental issues, encouraging responsible behavior and empowering them to be agents of change.

Painting trash cans goes beyond a mere art project; it can actively encourage responsible behavior among 8th graders.

When students invest their time and effort in creating these works of art, they develop a sense of pride in their creations. Decorated trash cans become a visible reminder of their commitment to maintaining a clean and sustainable environment. Please consider donating to our cause. My students are amazing and we will create beautiful, purposeful pieces of art.

More than a third of students from low‑income households

21 students impacted
Mrs. Stith Crosby Middle School Grades 6-8 Louisville, KY View local requests

More than a third 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

21 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
TK89506672T Primer Exterior/Interior Red Metal/Steel Interior/Exterior Primer Water Flat Red • Grainger $47.89 2 $95.78
Krylon K05649007 COLORmaxx Acrylic Latex Brush On Paint for Indoor/Outdoor Use, 1 Gallon (Pack of 1), White, 128 Fl Oz • Amazon Business $74.95 1 $74.95
TK89506675T Paint Brush Flat Sash Brush 3 in Synthetic Polyester 9 11/16 in Overall Lg • Grainger $6.74 10 $67.40
3M 26180CP-P-G 180 Grit Pro Grade No-Slip Grip Advanced Sandpaper (20 Pack), 9 x 11" • Amazon Business $32.92 2 $65.84
Krylon K05643007 COLORmaxx Acrylic Latex Brush On Paint for Indoor/Outdoor Use, Quart, Gloss Pumpkin Orange • Amazon Business $28.54 2 $57.08
Frost King P115R/3 Clear Polyethylene Drop Cloths (3 Pack), 9' x 12' x 1Mil • Amazon Business $6.52 8 $52.16
Krylon® K05645007 COLORmaxx Acrylic Latex Brush On Paint for Indoor/Outdoor Use, 1 Quarts (Pack of 1), Gloss Sun Yellow, 8 Fl Oz • Amazon Business $26.06 2 $52.12
Modern Masters 1 qt 275261 Spiritual Front Door Paint Water-Based Exterior Enamel • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Modern Masters 1 qt 275275 Fortunate Front Door Paint Water-Based Exterior Enamel • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Modern Masters 296681 Front Door Paint, 1 Quarts (Pack of 1), Satin Tranquil, 32 Fl Oz • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
8 Piece Mini Paint Roller Kit, 4 Inch Foam Paint Roller, Microfiber Paint Rollers, Paint Roller Covers，High Density Foam Mini Roller, Small Paint Roller with Tray，Paint Rollers for Painting Walls • Amazon Business $14.99 3 $44.97
TK89506676T Interior Paint For Drywall/Masonry/Metal/Plaster/Wood Kings Blue 1 gal Size • Grainger $36.95 1 $36.95
FolkArt Outdoor Paint in Assorted Colors (8 oz), Luau • Amazon Business $11.90 3 $35.70
TK89506673T Paint Brush Flat Sash Brush 2 in Synthetic Polyester 9 in Overall Lg • Grainger $3.17 10 $31.70
Krylon K05617007 COLORmaxx Acrylic Latex Brush On Paint for Indoor/Outdoor Use, 1 Quarts (Pack of 1), Black, 32 Fl Oz • Amazon Business $25.86 1 $25.86
Krylon K05642007 COLORmaxx Acrylic Latex Brush On Paint for Indoor/Outdoor Use, 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1), Gloss Hunter Green • Amazon Business $25.05 1 $25.05
TK89506674T Paint Brush Flat Sash Brush 1 1/2 in Synthetic Polyester • Grainger $1.89 5 $9.45

Materials cost

$818.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$861.26

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$151.99

Total project goal

$1,013.25

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