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Ms. Mogavero from Buffalo, NY is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unlocking Creativity: Donate Digital Cameras to an Elementary School

Help me give my students access to photography and the world of opportunities it can open up for a young artist! These digital cameras are durable and will last for many school years to come!

  • $1,497 goal

This project expired on December 31, 2023.

This project expired on December 31, 2023.

My Project

In today's visually driven world, photography has become a universal language, a means of storytelling, and a powerful form of self-expression. But what if this art form remains out of reach for many young, creative minds? This is where your donation can make a profound difference. When you contribute to a fund for digital cameras for elementary students, you're not just providing technology; you're opening doors to creativity and empowering our future generation.

To place a camera into the hands of a student is to say, "Your perspective matters." Consider how often you use your phone to capture moments that matter.

These photos are more than just images; they're memories, emotions, and stories captured in pixels. Now, imagine the excitement on a child's face when they receive their very own digital camera. It's not just a device; it's an invitation to explore, learn, and express themselves in a new way.

Photography is more than just taking pictures; it's a language, a form of storytelling, and a means of self-expression. By donating digital cameras to elementary students, we give them the chance to develop this language early, empowering them to communicate their thoughts, emotions, and unique perspectives.

In an enriched art class with digital cameras, students will learn proper photography techniques. They will dive into portraiture, discovering the depths of human expression. They will experiment with lighting, realizing its power to transform a photograph's mood and meaning. They will explore nature, landscapes, and observational photography, finding beauty in the ordinary and extraordinary.

When you donate to a fund for digital cameras for elementary students, you empower young minds to see the world differently, express themselves uniquely, and believe in their perspectives' importance.

Ms. Mogavero Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School 2 Grades PreK-2

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.

Buffalo, NY 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

300 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Polaroid - 16MP Waterproof Digital Camera - Red • Best Buy Education $40.79 30 $1,223.70

Materials cost

$1,223.70

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$18.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,272.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$224.48

Total project goal

$1,496.54

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