Help me give my students a painting center where they can express themselves through art.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Johns's classroom raised $749
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
What I love most about my students is their resilience and creativity. Despite the challenges they face as part of a Title I school and the obstacles that come from being from low-income families, they demonstrate remarkable perseverance and an innate artistic flair. They come to class with open hearts and eager minds, ready to explore and express themselves through art.
By providing painting supplies, we can unlock their potential for artistic expression, fostering their creativity and emotional well-being.
These supplies—paints, canvases, brushes, etc. —are not just materials; they are keys to open doors to new experiences. With these tools, students can express their feelings, tell their stories, and share their perspectives in a way that words sometimes cannot capture. Painting allows them to channel their thoughts and emotions into beautiful creations, providing a much-needed therapeutic outlet.
One of my main goals for this project is to create a calm and nurturing environment where students can feel safe to express themselves. Painting uniquely brings about a sense of tranquility and mindfulness, allowing students to escape the pressures of their everyday lives, even for a moment. I want to cultivate a space where they can relieve stress, build confidence in their artistic abilities, and learn the value of self-expression.
Nearly all 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
Lauthen.S Kids Art Smocks,Artist Painting Aprons Long Sleeve with Pocket Eating Gardening Smocks for Toddler 2-12 Years
• Amazon Business
$16.99
12
$203.88
AROIC Wood Easels, Easel Stand for Painting Canvases, Art, and Crafts. (11.8 inch, 20 Pack), Tripod, Painting Party Easel, Kids Student Table School Desktop, Portable Canvas Photo Picture Sign Holder.
• Amazon Business
$44.64
2
$89.28
Art Drying Rack For Classroom | Functional & Mobile Paint Drying Rack | 25 Removable Shelves | Canvas Rack Art Storage | Painting Drying Rack With Wheels | Stack Rack For Painting, Drawings, And More
• Amazon Business
$84.95
1
$84.95
TaoBary 300 Pcs Watercolor Paper Sheet Bulk White Cold Press Paper Pack 110 lb 230 GSM Sketch Painting Watercolor Pad for Watercolorist Beginning Artists Adults Drawing Craft(8.5 x 11.5 Inch)
• Amazon Business
$45.99
1
$45.99
Sax Liquid Washable Watercolor Paint, 8 Ounces, Assorted Fluorescent Colors, Set of 8, Black
• School Specialty
$33.14
1
$33.14
Simetufy 72 Pack Canvas Boards for Painting 5 x 7 inch, Blank Canvas Panels- Gesso Primed Acid-Free 100% Cotton for Acrylics Oil Watercolor Tempera Paints
• Amazon Business
$28.99
1
$28.99
20 pcs 2-3 inch Natural Rocks for Painting Kindness Rocks Crafting Party Pack Bundle River Stones for Painting Crafts – Natural Smooth Surface Arts & Crafting Rock Painting Supplies for Kid Painters
• Amazon Business
$13.99
2
$27.98
School Smart Watercolor Paint Brushes, Short Handle, Size 8, Set of 12 - Aluminum - Durable
• School Specialty
$10.49
1
$10.49
TSSART White Art Tape Medium Tack - Masking Artists Tape for Drafting Art Watercolor Painting Canvas Framing - Acid Free 1inch Wide 180FT Long
• Amazon Business
$7.29
1
$7.29
TSSART White Art Tape Medium Tack - Masking Artists Tape for Drafting Art Watercolor Painting Canvas Framing - Acid Free 1/2Inch/ 0.5inch Wide 180FT Long
• Amazon Business
$6.29
1
$6.29
TSSART White Art Tape Medium Tack - Masking Artists Tape for Drafting Art Watercolor Painting Canvas Framing - Acid Free 1/4 Inch/ 0.25inch Wide 180FT Long
• Amazon Business
$5.29
1
$5.29
Materials cost
$543.57
Vendor shipping charges
$4.36
Sales tax
$49.74
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.15
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$635.82
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$112.20
Total project goal
$748.02
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$748.02
6 Donors
-$393.86
Donations toward project cost
-$364.78
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$29.08
Matching donations from our partners
-$318.87
Match offers toward project cost
-$271.04
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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