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Ms. McCormick from Chicago, IL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Adding Color to the South Shore

Help me give my students quality art supplies, essential for enhancing my students' creativity, developing their artistic skills, and allowing them to fully express their unique ideas through vibrant and varied artistic mediums.

  • $685 goal

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My Project

I’m excited to share how essential art supplies will make a profound difference in our elementary school’s art program and why these resources are so important for my students.

My students are vibrant, imaginative, and full of potential.

They approach each art project with boundless enthusiasm and creativity. Their eagerness to explore different materials and techniques reveals a deep-seated curiosity and a genuine love for artistic expression. Each child brings their own unique perspective and style to their artwork, making every creation a reflection of their individual experiences and ideas. Their willingness to experiment and their joy in discovering new ways to express themselves make teaching them an incredibly rewarding experience.

Access to quality paints and brushes will allow students to experiment with different painting techniques and achieve more vibrant, precise results. This will not only improve their technical skills but also boost their confidence in their artistic abilities.The variety of materials will help them explore different styles and techniques, enhancing their ability to translate their ideas onto paper.

By providing high-quality supplies, I aim to help students develop and refine their artistic techniques and skills. With a variety of materials at their disposal, students will be inspired to experiment and think outside the box, fostering their creative growth. Ensuring that students have the materials they need will allow them to fully express their unique ideas and perspectives through their art.

Ms. McCormick O'Keeffe School of Excellence Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. McCormick

Chicago, IL View local requests

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

600 students impacted 9donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Crayola Bulk Crayon Classpack - 800ct (16 Colors), Back to School Supplies, Kids Crayons, Teacher Classroom Must Haves, 3+ • Amazon Business $53.13 2 $106.26
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers (40 Count), Coloring Markers for Kids, Art Supplies, Marker Set, Gifts for Kids, 3, 4, 5 • Amazon Business $17.95 4 $71.80
Pacon Art1st Mixed Media Sheets - 12" x 18", 500 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $55.05 1 $55.05
Handy Art Acrylic Paint Assorted Colors 8 oz. Bottles - Set of 12 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $53.96 1 $53.96
Sakura Cray-Pas Junior Artist Oil Pastel Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 432 • Blick Art Materials $49.44 1 $49.44
Yahenda 1500 Pcs Construction Paper Card Stock Printer Paper Craft Bulk School Supplies Lightweight Art Colored Paper for Kids Adults School Drawing Easter(Multi Colors) • Amazon Business $41.99 1 $41.99
More Than Peach: Multicultural and Rainbow COLORED PENCILS Bundle (skin color art supplies) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $8.00 4 $32.00
160 PCS Washable Sidewalk Chalks Set Non-Toxic Jumbo Chalk for Outdoor Art Play, Painting on Chalkboard, Blackboard and Playground • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Coloring Without Borders: Collaborative, Bilingual Coloring Book (Spanish English book, newcomers, English language learners, compassion, art therapy) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $24.00 1 $24.00
Art Tissue Paper - 20" x 30" Pack of 100 Sheets • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Hulameda 40pcs Art Paint Tray Palette Plastic Pallet for Kids or Pupils to Painting, DIY Craft,Play Party at Home, Kindergarten or School • Amazon Business $18.89 1 $18.89
24 Pack Blunt Tip Scissors - Classroom Buk Pack for Kids Crafts, Student DIY Art Projects, Teacher Supplies (3 Colors, 5 Inch) • Amazon Business $15.29 1 $15.29
The Ancient Art of Origami Kit • Blick Art Materials $12.44 1 $12.44
AROIC Small Paint Brushes Bulk,200 Pcs Nylon Hair Paint Brushes with Flat and Round Pointed Acrylic Paint Brushes,Craft Paint Brushes for Oil Watercolor Face Artist and Kids Professional Kits,Black • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$543.05

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$582.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.74

Total project goal

$684.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $684.94

7 Donors

-$684.94

Donations toward project cost

-$582.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$102.74

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