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Mrs. Olson from Brainerd, MN is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Fresh Start

Help me give my students new supplies to start our year off fresh!

  • $254 goal

This project expired on August 25, 2025.

This project expired on August 25, 2025.

My Project

Starting the year with new supplies is always exciting! This project is a blend of many different supplies to kick off our school year with materials to help us feel successful.

We all know that adding a supply that is colorful or sticky can add a new level of excitement.

We add fun to our learning with bright colored markers, pens, and sticky notes that allow us to share our thoughts and learning with others.

We love starting our day with an option of art. The colored pencils, crayons, and markers will give students the opportunity to add some color to the day. The pouches will help students keep their markers organized for easy access!

Mrs. Olson Garfield Elementary School 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.

Brainerd, MN 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

25 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Pip Squeaks Skinnies Washable Marker Set (16ct), Mini Markers for Toddlers, Thin Coloring Markers for Kids, Kids Gifts & Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $5.24 8 $41.92
VICNOVA 32 Pack Pencil Pouch for 3 Ring Binder, Pencil Pouch Bulk in Assorted Colors for Storing School Supplies, Writing Utensils, Binder Pencil Bags with Zipper • Amazon Business $39.89 1 $39.89
Crayola Mini Twistable Crayons 24 in a Box (Pack of 4) 96 Crayons in Total • Amazon Business $19.00 2 $38.00
Mr. Pen- Colored Pencils, 36 Pack, Soft Core, Colored Pencils for Adult Coloring, Coloring Pencils, Color Pencils for Kids, Color Pencil Set, Coloring Pencil, Map Pencils, Wooden Colored Pencils • Amazon Business $5.98 4 $23.92
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Assorted, Special Edition Retro Accents, 12 Count • Amazon Business $9.77 1 $9.77
(16 Pack) Sticky Notes 3x3, Self-Stick Pads Bright Colors Sticky Note, Recyclable, Easy to Post for Home, Office, Notebook • Amazon Business $8.95 1 $8.95
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Tropical & Classic Colors, 12 Count • Amazon Business $8.27 1 $8.27
Business Source Fold-Back Binder Clips, Black, Large (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $3.60 2 $7.20
KTOJOY 100Pcs Jumbo Wooden Craft Sticks Popsicle Stick 6” Long x 3/4”Wide Treat Ice Pop for DIY Crafts,Home Art Projects, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$182.91

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$215.65

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.06

Total project goal

$253.71

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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