Picture This: Inspiring Young Photographers and Providing Essentials
Help me give my students snacks, a digital SLR camera to give them the opportunity to explore their creativity through photography; a photography backdrop; and supplies to help them learn new skills.
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
I teach at one of the few remaining magnet schools in the city that offers a media arts program, making this a rare and valuable opportunity for my students. Many of the students at my Title I school come from low-income housing and have disabilities (SWD), but they are incredibly passionate about storytelling and media production. My students embrace their cultural identities and work hard to build an inclusive, vibrant community.
The resources I am requesting—such as a digital SLR camera, photography backdrop, and snacks—will empower my students to shoot photographs, create short films, conduct interviews, and produce podcasts.
These tools will unlock my students' creativity, boost confidence, and provide vital skills that can open doors to future opportunities. Your support will transform their learning experience and help nurture the next generation of media creators and leaders.
More than three‑quarters 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
2024 Upgrade VJIANGER Digital Camera for Photography Vlogging Camera for YouTube with WiFi, 180° Flip Screen, 16X Digital Zoom, 52mm Lens, 2 Batteries, 32GB Micro SD Card(Black)
• Amazon Business
$89.99
2
$179.98
Photography Background Stand Support System with Muslin Backdrop (Chromakey Green Screen kit) 85W 5500K LED Bulb with Umbrella Lighting Kit for Photo Studio Product, Portrait and Video Shoot
• Amazon Business
$89.99
1
$89.99
Cereal Bars Variety Pack Breakfast Food Snack Box 30 Individually Wrapped Granola Bars Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Golden Grahams, Peanut Butter Puffs and Reusable Bag
• Amazon Business
$34.99
2
$69.98
Better Office Products Glossy Photo Paper, 8.5 x 11 Inch, 100 Sheets, 200 gsm/53LBS, Letter Size, 100-Count Pack
• Amazon Business
$16.75
1
$16.75
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Assorted Colors Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms Offices & Home Offices
• Amazon Business
$4.00
1
$4.00
Materials cost
$360.70
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.41
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$396.11
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$69.90
Total project goal
$466.01
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$466.01
11 Donors
-$466.01
Donations toward project cost
-$396.11
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Gilliard and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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