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Mrs. Ching from Ewa Beach, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Spinning Smiles: A Cotton Candy Extravaganza

Help me give my students a cotton candy machine that will offer a fun, sweet end-of-year treat to celebrate their hard work with a unique and memorable experience.

  • $579 goal

This project expired on August 2, 2025.

This project expired on August 2, 2025.

My Project

I really want to give my students something special to wrap up this school year. "Spinning Smiles: A Cotton Candy Extravaganza" is a unique way to turn the last few days of the school year into an absolute blast! I can imagine the look on their faces when they see a real cotton candy machine, spinning out colorful, sugary cotton candy just for them. It's not just a treat; it's a way to say, "You did it! You worked so hard, and I'm so proud of you." I want them to experience that moment of pure joy. It'll be a memory they'll carry with them and a sweet reminder of all they've accomplished in first grade. It's about creating that vibrant, happy atmosphere and showing them how much we appreciate their dedication and hard work. I can't think of a better way to celebrate their achievements and send them off with a smile and this special treat.

Mrs. Ching Holomua Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

40 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cotton Candy Machine – Flufftastic 1000W Floss Maker with Dome Shield and Stainless-Steel Pan – Party Treat Maker by Great Northern Popcorn (Blue) • Amazon Business $284.95 1 $284.95
Plain Cotton Candy Cones - Package of 1,000 • Amazon Business $58.99 1 $58.99
Perfect Stix Concession Essentials CE Cotton Candy Bags-100 Cotton Candy Bags with Ties, 0.5" Height, 18" Width, 12" Length, Large (Pack of 100) • Amazon Business $11.79 4 $47.16
The Candery Cotton Candy Sugar FLoss 3lbs 3 Pack Premium Flavors (Grape, Raspberry,Strawberry) Plastic Reusable Jars - Easy Grip Easy Pour Spout • Amazon Business $45.07 1 $45.07

Materials cost

$436.17

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $19.19

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.54

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$491.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$86.81

Total project goal

$578.71

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