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Mr. Lastimosa from Port Richey, FL is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Zoom-in Project: We Need a Microscope!

Help me give my students have a more meaningful learning experience in Science with these microscopes!

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Lastimosa's classroom raised $677

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a dedicated teacher in our community, I'm reaching out with a heartfelt request to enhance the learning journey of my incredible 4th-grade students. Our science class is brimming with potential, but we need your help to unlock it fully.

Imagine the awe in their eyes as they discover the intricacies of the world through microscopes.

These aren't just instruments; they are portals to a universe of knowledge. In a community facing challenges, your generosity can make a monumental difference.

With your donation, we can provide our budding scientists with the tools they need for a hands-on, in-depth exploration of our science topics.

Join me in making a lasting impact on these young minds. Your support isn't just an investment in microscopes; it's an investment in the future of our community. Let's inspire curiosity, ignite passion, and create a brighter tomorrow together.

Thank you in advance for your kind hearts!

Mr. Lastimosa Chasco Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Port Richey, FL View local requests

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

28 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Celestron LCD Digital Microscope II • Carolina Biological Supply Company $278.10 1 $278.10
Walter BMT Series Compound Microscope • Carolina Biological Supply Company $259.20 1 $259.20

Materials cost

$537.30

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$575.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.53

Total project goal

$676.89

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $676.89

2 Donors

-$292.21

Donations toward project cost

-$287.68

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$4.53

match offer

-$338.45

Match offer toward project cost

-$287.68

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$50.77

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$46.24

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 $0.00

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