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Mr. Gil from Paterson, NJ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Spreading Cheer Makes a Big Difference!

Help me give my students the costumes and shoes needed to put on a play for the elderly.

  • $499 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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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

Numerous studies have demonstrated a correlation between drama involvement and academic achievement. In addition to having higher standardized test scores than their peers who do not experience the arts, students who participate in drama often experience improved reading comprehension, maintain better attendance records, and stay generally more engaged in school. Now merge this thinking with the idea that helping others makes students feel good, and they can feel it both physically and mentally. People reported feeling more energetic, less depressed, and more self-worthy.

My project not only will help my students but will help the elderly in our area.

We want to put on the play, Aladdin, for a local nursing home. We are in need of costumes and shoes desperately.

Please help. The more time young and old people spend together, the more both parties benefit. Children have a warm and infectious energy, which can help to bring so much joy to the elderly. In fact, research shows that connecting youths with seniors can help to boost confidence, increase communication, and improve memory.

Mr. Gil Norman S Weir Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Paterson, NJ 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

150 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Genfirdom Girls Unitards Long Sleeve Full Body Leotard Kids Turtleneck Bodysuit for Dance Costume Gymnastics 3-12 Years(Black,10-11) • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98
ORIDOOR India Bollywood Costume Belly Dancing Suit for Girls Women Chiffon Harem Pants Halloween Performence 5-Piece Outfit, 002 Green, One Size • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
Ashwini Girls Salwar Suit With Neck Embroidery Work | Readymade Indian Kids Ethnic Salwar Suit • Amazon Business $35.00 1 $35.00
Cielary Kids Girls Belly Dance Halter Top Harem Pants Costume Set Halloween Outfit with Head Veil Waist Chain and Bracelets(Green,S) • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
FIOMVA Men's Muslim Dresses Long Sleeve Striped Henley Shirts Kaftan Muslim Long Gown Thobe Robe for Men(Striped,Small) • Amazon Business $25.89 1 $25.89
Disguise Disney Princess Jasmine Aladdin Girl’S Costume, Purple ,Medium (7-8) • Amazon Business $25.29 1 $25.29
Miss Lavish London Women Kaftans Dresses, Teal, S • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Miss Lavish London Women Kaftans Dresses, Blue, S • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Miss Lavish London Women Kaftans Dresses, Black, S • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Tigerdoe Fez Hat – 2 Pack - Red Fez Hat with Gold Tassel - Turkish Hat - Moroccan Hat – Shriner Hat • Amazon Business $18.80 1 $18.80
Stelle Girls Long Sleeve Team Basic Leotard Ballet Dance Gymnastics (Toddler/Little Kid/Big kid) (Black,8 Years) • Amazon Business $18.58 1 $18.58
Stelle Girls Athletic Leggings Kids Dance Workout Running Yoga Pants with Hidden Pocket (Black, 8-9 Years) • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
Toddler & Kids Gymnastic Shoes - Trampoline Shoes Gymnastics - Tumbling Shoes - Agility Gym Shoes Goat Leather Slip-on Rubber Sole (Numeric_5) Black • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
Toddler & Kids Gymnastic Shoes - Trampoline Shoes Gymnastics - Tumbling Shoes - Agility Gym Shoes Goat Leather Slip-on Rubber Sole (Numeric_4) Black • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
MSMAX Adult Lyrical Ballet Dance Shoes Women Yoga Flat Gold Costume Slippers for Men • Amazon Business $12.90 1 $12.90
MSMAX Adult Lyrical Ballet Dance Shoes Women Yoga Flat Gold Costume Slippers for Men 6.5 M US • Amazon Business $12.90 1 $12.90

Materials cost

$368.25

Vendor shipping charges

 $20.32

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$424.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.84

Total project goal

$498.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $498.93

1 Donor

-$498.93

Donations toward project cost

-$424.09

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.84

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