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Ms. Buse from Austin, TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Night to Remember: Affordable Prom Decor for Our Students

Help me give my students a magical and affordable prom for our students by funding essential decor, saving up to $1,000 for other vital event costs.

  • 19 donors
  • $1,166 goal

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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

Prom is a once-in-a-lifetime event that our students have been eagerly anticipating, but as a Title 1 campus, we are working with an incredibly small budget to make it happen. With your support, we can secure essential lighting and décor items that will transform our space into a magical night—without the hefty price tag.

Our prom is on May 3rd, and we need these supplies by or before then to ensure everything is ready for the big night.

Your generous donations will help us save up to $1,000, allowing us to reallocate those funds toward other vital aspects of the event, such as student tickets, refreshments, and entertainment. Every dollar counts in making this night special for our hardworking students, many of whom would not otherwise have access to an event of this scale.

By contributing, you are directly helping create cherished memories for our students while ensuring prom remains an accessible and beautiful experience for all. Thank you for making a difference!

Ms. Buse Eastside Early College High School Grades 9-12

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Austin, TX 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

300 students impacted 19donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
200FT Outdoor Edison String Lights for Outside LED Waterproof 2200K Patio Lights with 104 ST38 Shatterproof Plastic Bulbs Soft Warm Bistro Lights Outdoor Connectable for Gazebo Pergola 2Pack x 100FT • Amazon Business $84.48 2 $168.96
LLKMDSS 40 Pcs Glowing Party Cups,Pack with Flashing color Bright Glow-In-The-Dark Colors for House Parties Birthdays Concerts Weddings BBQ Beach DJ Holidays(16oz) • Amazon Business $27.99 6 $167.94
Satin Fabric | Decoration & Sewing | Shiny & Luxury | 60" Wide Roll | Metallic Shiny | Upholstery, Lining, Drapery, DIY Crafts (Ivory, 5 Yards) • Amazon Business $19.90 7 $139.30
HAUSPROFI Paper Lanterns, 6" 8" 10" 12" Round Paper Lantern with LED Lantern Lights for Indoor and Outdoor Decoration - (Lanterns: 12pcs, Warm White Lights: 12pcs) • Amazon Business $20.99 5 $104.95
HOMBYS 450GSM Extra Thick Red Carpet Runner for Party & Events 2.6x30ft, Red Aisle Runner for Wedding Ceremony, Hollywood Oscars Runner Rug, Non-Slip 550 GSM Rubber Backing, No Tape Needed(2.6x30 ft) • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
N9R 300PCS Gold Plastic Silverware, Heavy Duty Gold Plastic Cutlery Set Disposable Flatware Dinnerware, 100 Gold Forks, 100 Gold Spoons, 100 Gold Knives, Perfect for Party, Weeding and Christmas • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
JYX Sound Activated Party Lights,DJ Disco Ball Lights with Remote Control, Strobe Lamp 7 Modes Stage Par Light for Home Party, Birthday, Wedding • Amazon Business $12.99 4 $51.96
200 Pcs Gold Plastic Plates - Disposable Party Plates, Gold Plates Disposable Include 100 Dinner Plates and 100 Elegant Dessert Plates, Plastic Plates for Party, Holiday, Wedding & Birthday • Amazon Business $44.89 1 $44.89
Juvale 100 Pack Disposable White and Gold Paper Cocktail Napkins for Wedding Reception, Polka Dot Party Supplies (5 x 5 In) • Amazon Business $11.69 3 $35.07
Yongxiang 10 PACKS LED Bobo Balloons,Transparent LED Light Up Balloons,Helium Style Glow Bubble Balloons with String Lights for Party Birthday Wedding Festival Decorations (Colorful) • Amazon Business $11.90 2 $23.80
Vinkor Flameless Candles Battery Operated Candles Real Wax Pillar LED Candles with 10-Key Remote and Cycling 24 Hours Timer (Ivory 4" 5" 6" 7" 8" 9") • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
Saintrygo Prom King and Queen Crowns - 80s Cosplay Party Favors Tiara, Sash, Shiny Satin for Adults, 2024 Grad (4 Pcs, Graceful Style) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Brigle Tea Lights, Flameless LED Candles Flickering Warm Yellow 200 Hours Battery-Powered Tea Light Candle Ideal for Party, Wedding, Birthday, Gifts and Home Decoration (24 Pack Warm Yellow) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$946.21

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$990.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$174.78

Total project goal

$1,165.18

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,165.18

18 Donors

-$1,122.53

Donations toward project cost

-$969.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$153.38

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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 $0.00

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