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Mrs. Rotunna from Manchester, NH is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Students Creating Businesses

Help me give my students the supplies they need to create their own businesses.

  • $437 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

Our middle school students are embarking on an exciting journey in our entrepreneurship class, where they are creating their own businesses. To enhance their learning experience, we are seeking support for essential materials such as sewing needles, thread, faux leather, and sewing kits.

These tools will empower our 8th-grade students to develop hands-on skills in sewing and craftsmanship, fostering creativity and innovation.

Our goal is to not only cultivate entrepreneurial skills but also broaden their skill set by incorporating sewing elements, providing a holistic understanding of product development. By supporting this project, you contribute to fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and a sense of pride and achievement as our students bring their business ideas to life. Our students are special in their ability to merge entrepreneurial thinking with practical skills, showcasing adaptability, creativity, and enthusiasm for hands-on learning.

Your generosity will make a meaningful impact on their educational journey. Thank you for considering supporting our classroom!

Mrs. Rotunna Southside Middle School Grades 6-8

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Manchester, NH 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

900 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ISDIR Paper Cutter Guillotine, 18 Inch Paper Cutting Board, 12 Sheets Capacity, Heavy Duty Metal Base, Dual Paper Guide Bars, Professional Paper Cutter and Trimmer for Home, Office (18'' Black) • Amazon Business $56.99 1 $56.99
Dahle 508 Personal Rotary Trimmer, 18" Cut Length, 5 Sheet Capacity, Self-Sharpening, Automatic Clamp, German Engineered Paper Cutter • Amazon Business $53.89 1 $53.89
Singer Sew-It-Goes Sewing and Craft Storage Kit • Blick Art Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Fiskars SureCut Deluxe Craft Paper Trimmer - 12” Cut Length - Craft Paper Cutter with Grid Lines - Silver/Orange • Amazon Business $26.42 1 $26.42
SGHUO 30pcs Faux Leather Sheets Earring Making Kit Include 4 Kinds of Faux Leather Sheet and Tools for Earrings Craft Making Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
GOANDO Sewing Kit for Adults 206 Pcs Thread and Needle Kit 41 XL Upgrade Spools of Thread Portable Sewing Supplies for Beginners,Emergency,Traveler Contains Thread, Scissors, Needles, Measure Tape • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
ZAIONE Solid Faux Leather Sheets: Grain Colors Leather 20Pcs 8x6 Inch Plain Texture Leather Black Red White PU Bundle for Earring Bows Crafts • Amazon Business $9.69 2 $19.38
AOUXSEEM 321 Pcs Faux Leather Earrings DIY Making Kit for Beginners, Contains 96 Pre Cut Evil Eye Earring Pieces with Hooks Jump Rings Opener Earring Display Cards and Self-Adhesive Bags (Real Cork) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
AOUXSEEM 321 Pcs Faux Leather Earrings Making Kit Full Set for Beginners, Contains 96 Pre Cut Evil Eye Earring Pieces with Hooks Jump Rings Opener Earring Display Cards and Self-Adhesive Bags • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
15 Pieces A4 Size 8x12 Inch Dark Color 1.2MM Thickness Litchi Grain Texture Synthetic Faux Leather Fabric Sheets Cotton Back for Making Hair Bows, Earrings, Placemats,15 Color Each Color One Sheet • Amazon Business $15.12 1 $15.12
Firbon A4 Paper Cutter 12 Inch Titanium Paper Trimmer Scrapbooking Tool with Automatic Security Safeguard and Side Ruler for Craft Paper, Coupon, Label and Cardstock (Black) • Amazon Business $10.97 1 $10.97
Singer Sewing Machine Needles - Universal, Assorted, Pkg of 5 • Blick Art Materials $4.99 2 $9.98
6 Pieces/Set 8x12 Inch (21cm x 30cm) A4 Bundle Leather Sheets Mixed Black Series Holographic Sparkle Fine Chunky Glitter Litchi Faux Leather Fabric for Bow Earring Making DIY Craft • Amazon Business $8.72 1 $8.72
Singer Sewing Machine Bobbins - Class 15J, Assorted Colors, Pkg of 12 • Blick Art Materials $6.57 1 $6.57

Materials cost

$335.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$371.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.48

Total project goal

$436.51

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $436.51

1 Donor

-$264.78

Donations toward project cost

-$264.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$125.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$106.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$46.73

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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